Release Date: April 30, 2024
You may have heard that Change Healthcare, a medical clearinghouse, was breached by cybercriminals. Our practice uses Change Healthcare to process claims; therefore, your patient records may be involved. Currently the full extent of the incident is unknown, however we encourage you to review and monitor your credit reports and Explanation of Benefits (EOBs) for suspicious activity.
Here is the Latest Information from Change Healthcare Regarding the HIPAA Breach.“Based on initial targeted data sampling to date, the company has found files containing protected health information (PHI) or personally identifiable information (PII), which could cover a substantial proportion of people in America. To date, the company has not seen evidence of exfiltration of materials such as doctors’ charts or full medical histories among the data.
Given the ongoing nature and complexity of the data review, it is likely to take several months of continued analysis before enough information will be available to identify and notify impacted customers and individuals. As the company continues to work with leading industry experts to analyze data involved in this cyberattack, it is immediately providing support and robust protections rather than waiting until the conclusion of the data review.
For the Latest Information:People can visit a dedicated website at http://changecybersupport.com/ to get more information and details on these resources.”
IF YOU FEEL YOU HAVE BEEN IMPACTED HELP IS AVAILABLE.The call center can be reached at 1-866-262-5342.
Given the ongoing nature and complexity of the data review, the call center will not be able to provide any specifics on individual data impact at this time.”
Have you experienced redness or itchiness of the eyes? Does it cause you to tear involuntarily? Commonly referred as pinkeye syndrome, conjunctivitis is inflammation of the covering of the eyeball, particularly the area inside your eyelid.
The most common cause of pinkeye syndrome is bacterial infection. Chemical irritation and allergic reaction can also trigger this condition.
Do you have pinkeye syndrome? A classic symptom is when your eyelids stay shut as you wake up in the morning. This may be accompanied by a thick green or yellow, pus-like discharge, which usually occurs in a bacterial infection. In cases of chemical irritation or allergic reaction, clear drainage occurs.
You may also feel an itching or burning sensation. There may also be a feeling of having something inside the eyelids.
Other symptoms of pinkeye syndrome include swollen lymph nodes and cold, which often results after a viral infection.
Not all cases of red, irritated eyes are related to pinkeye syndrome. Seasonal allergies and blepharitis also carry these symptoms. However, if youre experiencing eye redness and irritation that is accompanied by any of these conditions, it is best to seek medical help:
Also, if your condition hasnt improved after a week or two, you may want to consult an eye doctor.
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