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Federal agencies issue urgent alert against Interlock ransomware
The FBI, CISA, HHS, and MS-ISAC have released a joint advisory warning healthcare organizations about Interlock ransomware, a sophisticated threat...
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5 underserved health centers join forces to tackle AI challenges
Farah Amod: Jul 31, 2025 1:23:01 PM
A small network of FQHCs and one community hospital are testing practical AI tools while helping shape implementation guidance for similar...
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Federal audit uncovers safety risks at North Carolina disability facilities
Kirsten Peremore: Jul 31, 2025 7:51:32 AM
On July 23, 2025, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) Office of Inspector General (OIG) released Audit Report A-04-24-02504,...
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$14M settlement approved in Independent Living Systems data breach case
Farah Amod: Jul 27, 2025 8:04:14 AM
A federal judge has given preliminary approval to settle a class action lawsuit following a 2022 breach that exposed data of over 4.2 million...
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HHS releases policy update on criminal referrals for regulatory violations
Farah Amod: Jul 26, 2025 4:35:26 PM
A new HHS policy outlines how and when regulatory violations may be referred for criminal prosecution, in line with a federal push to reduce...
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Syracuse Surgery Center pays $250K over ransomware breach
Syracuse ASC, LLC has agreed to a $250,000 settlement with the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services’ Office for Civil Rights (OCR) following...
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Microsoft flags surge in tax-themed malware attacks
Farah Amod: Jul 26, 2025 6:52:44 AM
Microsoft is warning U.S. organizations of tax-related phishing campaigns that combine PDFs, QR codes, and malware loaders to steal credentials and...
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AHA-supported bill would repeal discriminatory Medicare policy
The American Hospital Association expressed support for the Medicare Mental Health Inpatient Equity Act, which would eliminate the 190-day lifetime...
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New 'Batavia' spyware campaign targets Russian industrial enterprises
Farah Amod: Jul 22, 2025 12:41:42 PM
A stealthy phishing campaign using contract-themed lures has infected dozens of Russian organizations with multi-stage spyware since mid-2024.
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DOJ and HHS announce new False Claims Act Working Group
On July 2, 2025, the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) and the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) jointly announced the new working group...
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Kansas hospital sues Blue KC over AI-driven claims denials
Advent Health Shawnee Mission Hospital filed a lawsuit against Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas City, claiming the insurer used artificial...
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New benefits law may affect HIPAA compliance systems
On July 4, 2025, the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA) was enacted, introducing major changes to employer-sponsored benefits, including telehealth,...
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CMS announces new prior authorization program pilot
The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services announcedJune 27 the rollout of a 6-year technology-enabled prior authorization program pilot called the...