UnitedHealth sued by pharmacists, providers hurt by Change Healthcare hack (HealthcareExec)

UnitedHealth Group, along with its subsidiaries Optum and Change Healthcare, is facing a lawsuit from pharmacists and providers due to a ransomware attack on Change Healthcare. The attack has caused significant financial disruptions, affecting reimbursement processes and patient care. The lawsuit claims inadequate security measures and poor communication during recovery efforts. This legal action highlights ongoing challenges in healthcare cybersecurity and its impact on providers.