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Form 8-K/A · Current Report · Filed 2024-03-08

UnitedHealth Group Addresses Change Healthcare Cyberattack

UnitedHealth Group has detected a cybersecurity incident affecting Change Healthcare's IT systems, leading to disruptions in pharmacy, medical claims, and payment services.

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UnitedHealth Group Incorporated UNH · NYSE
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0000731766-24-000085
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0000731766
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Low impactHealthcare

Details

The company has isolated the impacted systems and is working with law enforcement and government agencies to mitigate the impact and restore services. An update on the progress and actions taken is provided in a press release dated March 7, 2024, which includes details on the restoration timelines and additional funding support for providers. As of the filing date, the company has not determined the incident to be reasonably likely to materially impact its financial condition or results of operations.

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Item 9.01

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About UnitedHealth Group Incorporated

UnitedHealth Group Incorporated is a diversified healthcare company offering a broad spectrum of health-related services and products. As one of the largest players in the healthcare industry, its primary function is to provide services through its two distinct platforms: UnitedHealthcare, responsible for providing healthcare benefits, and Optum, which provides health services through technology and information. UnitedHealth Group impacts numerous sectors including insurance, healthcare services, and pharmaceuticals, working closely with government agencies, employers, and individual consumers. With its prominent market presence, the company influences healthcare policy and innovation, striving to improve overall community health outcomes and manage healthcare costs effectively. Based in Minnetonka, Minnesota, UnitedHealth’s significant contributions to healthcare make it an essential component of the Dow Jones Industrial Average, reflecting its influence in both the healthcare sector and the broader market.

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