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Healthcare Executives Boost Security Spending Amid Rising Threats

4/30/2025

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UnitedHealth allocated $1.7 million for executive security in 2024, a sharp rise from zero in 2023 after the murder of former CEO Brian Thompson.
CVS Health and Elevance Health also boosted security spending to $293,151 and $129,600, respectively.
Cigna did not reveal its security expenses, citing their connection to executive responsibilities.
Rising threats in the healthcare sector are prompting companies to strengthen security measures.

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Story summary

UnitedHealth allocated $1.7 million for executive security in 2024, a sharp rise from zero in 2023 after the murder of former CEO Brian Thompson.
CVS Health and Elevance Health also boosted security spending to $293,151 and $129,600, respectively.
Cigna did not reveal its security expenses, citing their connection to executive responsibilities.
Rising threats in the healthcare sector are prompting companies to strengthen security measures.