UnitedHealth CEO addresses cyber attack impact on patients in testimony

TLDR:

• UnitedHealth CEO, Andrew Witty, apologizes for cyberattack impact on Change Healthcare.
• Testified before House Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Oversight and Investigations.

UnitedHealth Group CEO, Andrew Witty, issued a public apology for the impact of a cyberattack on one of its companies, Change Healthcare, in February 2024. Witty testified before the House Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Oversight and Investigations, highlighting the lessons learned, cooperation with federal officials, steps taken to improve cybersecurity, and support offered to impacted patients, providers, and organizations. The cyberattack had a significant impact on the largest health care insurance company in the U.S. and one of the largest companies globally.

During the hearing, Witty expressed deep regret for the repercussions of the cyberattack and outlined the actions taken to address the situation. He emphasized the importance of cybersecurity measures and the company’s commitment to enhancing protection for patients, providers, and organizations. Witty’s testimony shed light on the challenges faced by UnitedHealth Group and the steps being taken to prevent similar incidents in the future.