Ransomware Threats Are Rising—Here’s How Cube Therapy Billing Stays Ahead

Veronica Cruz
4 days ago
5 min read

In a world where ransomware threats are becoming more frequent and sophisticated, ABA billing companies must ask themselves:

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Are we ready to face the next cyberattack when it strikes?

At Cube Therapy Billing, we take this challenge seriously. With the healthcare sector experiencing some of the most aggressive ransomware campaigns in history, targeting small and mid-sized organizations in particular, our clients trust us not only with our billing and collections but with safeguarding the patients’ most sensitive data.

Let’s explore how ransomware evolved, what lessons we’ve learned from its devastating impact, and how Cube Therapy billing is staying resilient and secure in a high-risk digital world.

A Look Back: The Evolution of Ransomware

The first known ransomware attack dates back to 1989, when the AIDS Trojan was sent to researchers via floppy disks. After 90 system restarts, it encrypted files and demanded payment. While crude by today’s standards, it introduced tactics that still haunt us—using fear, manipulating trust, and taking advantage of limited cybersecurity awareness.

Fast forward to today, and the impact has grown far more severe. In 2024, the ransomware group BlackCat targeted Lehigh Valley Health Network, compromising the data of over 135,000 patients. Disturbingly, private medical images were leaked on the dark web—all traced back to one outdated server in a physician’s office.

Cases like these are reminders that even one weak link—whether it’s an unpatched system or an untrained employee—can lead to irreparable harm.

Why Cybercriminals Are Targeting ABA Billing Services

ABA billing companies are high targets for cyberattacks because they handle:

Patient information, demographics, and contact details
Insurance coverage, eligibility, and plan data
Authorization records and CPT code mappings
EMR-linked clinical notes and session summaries

With so much protected health information (PHI) being processed daily, even a brief system outage can severely disrupt care, delay reimbursements, and hurt a clinic’s cash flow. The impact isn’t just technical—it’s financial and operational.

How Cube Therapy Billing Protects You Against Ransomware Threats

Handling billing for hundreds of ABA therapy practices nationwide, we know that trust comes with responsibility. That’s why we’ve built a layered, proactive security framework focused on long-term protection.

Here’s what we do to protect your practice:

✅ Regular Risk Assessments: Our internal teams carry out detailed HIPAA-compliant security assessments every quarter to stay ahead of new threats and plug potential gaps.

✅ Cybersecurity Education for All Employees: From our AR specialists to credentialing coordinators, everyone at Cube receives structured cybersecurity and HIPAA training to ensure informed decision-making and fast threat recognition.

✅ Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA): Every system that handles Protected Health Information (PHI) requires more than a simple password.

✅ Encrypted Data Backups: Cube maintain encrypted backups in both cloud and offline environments. This enables us to restore services quickly and securely in case of any outage or breach.

✅ Continuously Upgraded Systems: Legacy software is a security hazard. At Cube, we continuously upgrade our tech infrastructure, eliminating unsupported systems and keeping all components updated.

✅ 24/7 System Monitoring & Access Audits: If something looks suspicious, our team investigates and audit uncovered a hidden threat immediately. Every interaction with sensitive data is logged, reviewed, and monitored.

✅ Robust Incident Response Strategy: Cube have protocols ready to contain, analyze, and recover from the incident swiftly—ensuring minimal disruption to your billing operations.

Secure Integration with Rethink for ABA Therapy Billing

Cube's secured integration with Rethink, one of the leading EMRs for ABA therapy—uses restricted access layers, secure APIs, and firewall configurations. These ensure:

Accurate session syncing for clean billing
Automatic isolation of any compromised source, keeping our systems safe

Even if a connected EMR system is breached, Cube's network segmentation shields your billing data from ripple effects.

ABA Clinics Can’t Risk Operational Downtime

If ABA therapy providers can’t verify benefits, access claims, or submit sessions, both therapy progress and financial flow stall. Some of the worst ransomware incidents in 2024—like the Change Healthcare breach affecting 190M patients—show that even major players are vulnerable.

Your billing infrastructure must be as secure as your clinical care. Cube ensures:

Claims are submitted within 24–48 hours
Denials are addressed under 48 hours
Collections grow without security risks

Key Security Metrics at Cube Therapy Billing

Security Measure	Status at Cube Therapy Billing
Data Encryption	✅ AES-256, at-rest & in-transit
Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA)	✅ Enforced company-wide
HIPAA Compliance Risk Assessments	✅ Quarterly
Ransomware Isolation Backups	✅ Updated weekly
Real-Time System Monitoring	✅ 24/7 with alert escalations
Security Awareness Training	✅ Biannual & scenario-based
Network Segmentation & Endpoint Detection	✅ Configured for all access zones

Connected Compliance: Data Protection as a Core of RCM

Ransomware defense isn’t a separate initiative at Cube—it’s baked into every aspect of our Revenue Cycle Management (RCM) services, whether we’re managing your claims, tackling denials, or credentialing your new providers, our systems are built on a foundation of privacy and data security.

With Cube, you're choosing more than a billing provider—you're choosing secure continuity.

Helpful Resources

Looking to explore more? These articles dive deeper into how secure systems and smart billing practices go hand in hand:

Healthcare Under Attack: The Rising Ransomware Threat

Understanding Cyber Threats Targeting Healthcare [2025 Guide]

Here’s how to win the ransomware battle

How Cube Aligns With 2025 Cybersecurity Trends

Cube is already aligned with tomorrow’s best practices. Our current systems meet the highest industry expectations, including:

Zero-Trust Security: Cube don’t assume any user or device is safe until verified.
AI-Based Threat Detection: Intelligent systems alert us to suspicious activity before it becomes a breach.
Vendor Risk Evaluations: Cube assess third-party tools for compliance before integration.
Guided by HIPAA and GDPR Standards: We’ve designed our workflows to meet the strict requirements of U.S. healthcare laws while also following globally trusted data privacy practices. This ensures your information is handled with the highest levels of care, compliance, and security—every step of the way.

These practices are more than just compliance—they’re futureproofing your billing system.

FAQ

1.Are ransomware attacks increasing in ABA practice?

Yes, ransomware threats are rising in ABA practices as hackers target sensitive health data, especially in small clinics with limited cybersecurity. It’s more important than ever to stay protected.

2.What are the steps to remediate ransomware in ABA billing?

Respond fast—disconnect affected systems, alert your team, restore clean backups, and report the breach. Review your security plan and update protections to prevent future attacks from disrupting ABA billing operations.

3.How does Cube align with cybersecurity trends for 2025?

Cube provides smart threat detection, and vendor risk reviews—fully in step with 2025 trends—to ensure client data stays safe, secure, and always compliant with HIPAA.

Conclusion

ABA billing isn’t just about clean claims and timely payments—it’s about protecting the very systems that power your practice. A breach doesn’t just risk financial loss—it disrupts therapy continuity and puts sensitive data at risk.

With Cube Therapy Billing, you’re not just outsourcing billing.

You’re partnering with a team that: