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22.65M people notified in the Aflac breach—this isn’t just “oops, a spreadsheet leaked.” It’s the full identity puzzle box: SSNs, driver’s licenses, passports/state IDs, DOBs, addresses… plus medical + health insurance data. That combo is basically fraud on hard mode—*for victims*, not criminals. What to be concerned about: - **Longevity of risk:** SSNs and ID numbers don’t “reset” like passwords. - **Medical identity theft:** claims, prescriptions, and benefits abuse can trail you for years. - **Industry-wide targeting:** filings suggest a **known cybercriminal group** aiming at insurers broadly—think repeatable playbooks, not one-off luck. - **Notification lag = attacker head start:** when scale is this large, “time-to-notify” matters. Worth a read: https://lnkd.in/gBDP-weX #cybersecurity #databreach #infosec #privacy #identitytheft #healthcaresecurity #insurance #riskmanagement #cybercrime Security is a streak you can’t afford to break.

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We're not just supporting provider data accuracy in California, we’re powering it. Availity is the sole technology partner behind Integrated Healthcare Association's Symphony Provider Directory, the single source of truth for provider data in California. Symphony now powers Covered California’s insurance marketplace, giving nearly 2 million consumers real-time access to the information they need to make informed decisions about care. • 100K+ providers • 700K+ provider-location-network combos • Live across all 12 Covered California health plans Learn more about how Availity’s Provider Lifecycle: https://ow.ly/g1Hb50WAn0l #Availity #ProviderData #CareAccess #CoveredCalifornia #Symphony #DigitalHealth

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With so much data available, underwriters are often overloaded with too many options - which can lead to decision paralysis. To tackle this issue and streamline the underwriting process, consider adopting an EHR-first approach. EHRs are uniquely capable of capturing a wide array of critical information. When used first, they enable underwriters to make informed decisions about whether there is a true need to order additional (more costly) requirements. And with their short turnaround times, using MIB EHR as your first requirement can cut cycle times while saving on costs. Learn more about effective uses of EHR in this Throwback-Thursday (TBT) blog, originally published in July of 2023. https://lnkd.in/e9sX5br5

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In today's #CustomerSpotlight, Maulik Thaker of LifeBridge Health shares how Riskonnect's Healthcare and Patient Safety software has encouraged staff to report potential patient safety risks 🔎 Learn more: https://bit.ly/3Danoaj "Since we implemented Riskonnect [...] we have received a wealth of knowledge from our frontline staff members. [...] We are making it safer for the future of our patients," says Maulik. #RiskManagement #PatientSafety #HealthcareRisk

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HIPAA compliance isn't the same as privacy-first identity resolution. Throtle's guide reveals how healthcare organizations can navigate the evolving landscape of HIPAA, state privacy laws, and identity standards through principle-grounded approaches that go beyond rigid legal interpretations to sustainable practice. https://lnkd.in/e6Yd6a6W

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🚨 Healthcare compliance is getting real in 2026. The regulatory floodgates aren’t creaking open—they’re swinging wide. If your BAAs, SLAs, and vendor contracts live in different systems (or different decades), you’re already at risk. Here’s what’s tripping teams up: ❌ “Orphan BAAs” floating around past their expiration date ❌ Missing 42 CFR Part 2 redisclosure language for SUD data (now final) ❌ Vendors unprepared for CMS Interoperability deadlines (Jan 1, 2026) And here’s the hard truth: Compliance isn’t about having contracts. It’s about proving the obligations inside them are actually happening. Fragmented systems don’t hold up under audit pressure. Centralization, strict version control, and defensible audit trails do. See how healthcare teams are turning 2026 compliance into a repeatable, audit-ready advantage 👇 https://hubs.ly/Q03YdQ_n0 #ContractManagement #ContractSafe #CLMSoftware #LegalTech #HealthcareCompliance #HIPAA #BAA #AuditReady #2026HealthcareRegulations

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Cyber Insurance for Veterinary Practices: What’s Covered (and What’s Not). When a cyberattack hits a veterinary hospital, everything stops—X-rays, billing, even patient care. With more than 11,000 clinics hit annually and average claims of $135,000, the risk is real. ✅ What’s covered: data breach response, ransomware protection, business interruption, client notifications, legal defense, and PR support. ⚠️ What’s not: state-sponsored attacks, insider threats, unencrypted devices, and more. Veterinary practices face unique risks—and the fine print can make the difference between staying afloat and shutting down. 🔗 Read the full guide: https://lnkd.in/gbZ99aiz #VeterinaryCare #CyberSecurity #CyberInsurance #VetPracticeManagement

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