Data breaches involving healthcare or insurance information could result in insurance fraud. In addition to the normal precautions such as placing a freeze request with the major credit bureaus and monitoring financial accounts for unusual transactions, victims of medical data breaches should also be aware that identity thieves might attempt to get expensive medical procedures using their stolen insurance information. Carefully check “Explanation of Benefits” (EOB) forms or online claims notifications and promptly inform health insurance providers if a claim appears to be fraudulent.
Another statement from LCMHS reads “We are offering individuals whose Social Security number may have been included complimentary credit monitoring and identity theft protection services. Patients are encouraged to review statements from their health insurer and healthcare providers, and to contact them immediately if they see any services they did not receive.” Anyone who has received care on LCMHS in the past is advised to stay vigilant for incoming communications asking for personal information and payment data, which may be fraudulent.
Source: https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/ransomware-attack-at-louisiana-hospital-impacts-270-000-patients/
