Medical sector malware grew by 32% in 2023 and 2024, making healthcare the third most common target for ransomware after manufacturing and technical services, according to a Black Kite report. Smaller, less protected healthcare organizations are prime targets, due to the urgency of their need to maintain life-saving operations. Newer ransomware operators have no qualms attacking them, the report noted, which is driving the increase in attacks.
OIG: 3 Largest MA Insurers Deny Prior Auth Requests at High Rates for Long-Term Acute Care, Inpatient Rehab
An OIG report found that the three largest Medicare Advantage insurers denied prior authorization requests for long-term acute care and inpatient rehabilitation at higher rates
