A recent cyberattack on Change Healthcare has resulted in scammers targeting Nebraska patients.
LINCOLN, Neb. (KOLN) - A recent cyberattack on Change Healthcare has resulted in scammers targeting Nebraska patients.
Bryan Health has received multiple reports of scammers reaching out to patients claiming to be representatives from hospitals across Nebraska and surrounding areas. Scammers are reportedly telling patients they’re entitled to a full refund if they provide them with a credit card number.
scammers have their eyes set on targeting our youth.
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Cyberattack on Change Healthcare has scammers targeting Nebraska patients
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Bryan Health said they will never ask for a credit card number over the phone to initiate a refund of payment. If you have any questions or receive a suspicious call, contact them at (877) 577-9277.
The Nebraska Hospital Association issued the following statement:
“Nebraskans need to be vigilant for both them and their family members,” said Jeremy Nordquist, President, Nebraska Hospital Association (NHA). “If you are at all skeptical regarding the nature of a phone call, hang up and call your hospital directly.”
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Bryan Health has received multiple reports of scammers reaching out to patients claiming to be representatives from hospitals across Nebraska and surrounding areas. Scammers are reportedly telling patients they’re entitled to a full refund if they provide them with a credit card number.
scammers have their eyes set on targeting our youth.
Current Time 0:05
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Duration 2:21
North Platte KNOP-CD
Cyberattack on Change Healthcare has scammers targeting Nebraska patients
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Bryan Health said they will never ask for a credit card number over the phone to initiate a refund of payment. If you have any questions or receive a suspicious call, contact them at (877) 577-9277.
The Nebraska Hospital Association issued the following statement:
“Nebraskans need to be vigilant for both them and their family members,” said Jeremy Nordquist, President, Nebraska Hospital Association (NHA). “If you are at all skeptical regarding the nature of a phone call, hang up and call your hospital directly.”
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