It is important to note that Chesapeake Regional Healthcare did not cause or contribute to this breach, nor were its systems or data compromised. This notification is provided solely to inform patients who may have interactions with Change Healthcare.
The Change Healthcare data breach, reported in mid-2024, involved unauthorized access to sensitive patient and member data. The information potentially exposed includes personal details such as names, addresses, Social Security numbers, health insurance information, medical records, and billing data. Change Healthcare has been notifying impacted individuals through mailed letters since July 29, 2024, and offers two years of free credit monitoring and identity protection services.
Those concerned about their information are advised to monitor their financial and health-related documents for suspicious activity and contact relevant institutions if discrepancies are found. A dedicated support call center has been established to assist affected individuals with protective measures and emotional support. However, specific details about each person’s compromised data may not yet be available due to the complexity of the ongoing investigation.
For more information, visit Change Healthcare's support page here.