Virginia Mason Franciscan Health is getting some of its patient records systems back online after a ransomware attack on its parent company, CommonSpirit Health, two weeks ago.
The hospital group, which has hospitals and clinics in King, Pierce, and Kitsap Counties, had to take its databases offline at some of its locations after the attack.
Virginia Mason Franciscan Health told KIRO Newsradio in an email that providers would now be able to access patients’ electronic health records.
“Throughout this process, we have taken steps to protect our systems and maintain continuity of care,” the hospital chain said. “We are only taking steps to restore systems when it is safe
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