Medicare Provides Emergency Funds To Physicians Affected By Change Healthcare Hack

On March 9, 2024, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) made available Change Healthcare/Optum Payment Disruption (CHOPD) accelerated payments to Medicare Part A and B provider organizations and suppliers experiencing claims disruptions as a result of the February 21, 2024, cyberattack on claims processor Change Healthcare. The organization processes 15 billion health care transactions annually and is involved in one-third of consumer records. The attack shut down the company’s operations. Facilities, provider organizations, and suppliers have been unable to submit claims and requests for prior authorization. CMS is aware that the lack of timely payment . . .