Protecting Yourself from Identity Theft: Why Defend-ID Matters After the Change Healthcare Data Breach

Written By Emily Chagnon

At Woodside Financial Services, we’ve received many calls about the Change Healthcare data breach, which has affected approximately 190 million individuals—roughly 55.88% of the U.S. population. While Change Healthcare is offering free identity monitoring for two years, these services often don’t protect you if your personal data is misused for malicious purposes.

The breach exposed sensitive information such as Social Security numbers, medical records, and personal details, all of which are valuable to criminals. Basic identity monitoring may notify you of credit changes, but it doesn't protect against other forms of identity theft, such as medical or financial fraud.

That’s where Defend-ID comes in. Unlike basic monitoring, Defend-ID offers comprehensive protection, including:

  • Full Identity Restoration: Assistance to restore your identity if it's stolen.

  • Legal Support: Access to legal services for identity theft cases.

  • Financial & Medical Protection: Coverage for fraud, including medical identity theft, which is critical after a healthcare breach like this one.

If you’ve been impacted by the Change Healthcare breach, or just want to ensure your identity is fully protected, we’re here to help. Contact us to learn more about Defend-ID and how it can provide peace of mind for you and your family.

Emily Chagnon

Emily’s journey in insurance started back in 1999 when she earned her license fresh out of high school. Though she briefly explored the field, her heart led her to a career as a certified veterinary technician. After an incredible experience serving as a long-term missionary and teaching at a veterinary school in East Africa, Emily came back to the family business in 2019. She’s married to Pete, a passionate outdoorsman who shares her love for adventure and helping others. Emily loves connecting with clients and helping them navigate their insurance needs, finding great satisfaction in serving others. When she’s not working, she enjoys hanging out with friends, reading, and traveling to speak at veterinary and ministry conferences.

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