IU Health, Tampa General Sue Change Healthcare Over 2024 Cyberattack Fallout

The health systems allege Change Healthcare failed to safeguard data and maintain backup systems, causing significant financial harm.

Published on Feb. 25, 2026

Got story updates? Submit your updates here. ›

Indiana University Health and Tampa General Hospital have filed separate lawsuits against Change Healthcare and its parent company, UnitedHealth Group, alleging the companies failed to protect data and maintain backup systems during the 2024 cyberattack, causing major disruptions and financial losses for the healthcare providers.

Why it matters

The lawsuits highlight the ongoing fallout from the 2024 cyberattack that disrupted healthcare transactions nationwide, raising questions about data security standards and backup protocols for critical healthcare IT services.

The details

Both health systems allege Change Healthcare failed to provide contracted billing and payment clearing services after the February 2024 ransomware attack that compromised the company's systems. The lawsuits claim Change Healthcare did not have adequate cybersecurity safeguards, including multifactor authentication, and failed to maintain proper backup systems as required under its agreements with the hospitals.

  • The cyberattack occurred in February 2024.
  • IU Health filed its lawsuit on February 19, 2026.
  • Tampa General filed its lawsuit on February 20, 2026.

The players

Indiana University Health

A health system based in Indianapolis, Indiana.

Tampa General Hospital

A hospital located in Tampa, Florida.

Change Healthcare

A healthcare technology company that provides billing and payment clearing services to healthcare providers.

UnitedHealth Group

The parent company of Change Healthcare.

Got photos? Submit your photos here. ›

What they’re saying

“We must not let individuals continue to damage private property in San Francisco.”

— Robert Jenkins, San Francisco resident (San Francisco Chronicle)

“Fifty years is such an accomplishment in San Francisco, especially with the way the city has changed over the years.”

— Gordon Edgar, grocery employee (Instagram)

What’s next

The judge in the case will decide on Tuesday whether or not to allow Walker Reed Quinn out on bail.

The takeaway

This case highlights growing concerns in the community about repeat offenders released on bail, raising questions about bail reform, public safety on SF streets, and if any special laws to govern autonomous vehicles in residential and commercial areas.