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Change Healthcare/Optum Cyberattack: Key Updates on Claims Disruptions & Emergency Funding

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For more information, see the fact sheet.

For additional information on the Change Healthcare cyberattack and claim submissions, visit the AMA resource page or contact the ACR practice management team.

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Visit the UnitedHealthcare Provider Portal.

Provider Temporary Funding Resources

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Optum Rx network pharmacies: Visit the Optum Rx Pharmacy Portal.

Note to Change Healthcare Pharmacies: Resources are coming soon and will be provided once received.

Contact your respective MAC for assistance.

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