In the days following, a Temporary Funding Assistance Program was launched to bridge the gap in short-term cash flow for health care providers. "We are committed to providing relief for people affected by this malicious attack on the U.S. health system," said Andrew Witty, CEO of UnitedHealth Group. "All of us at UnitedHealth Group feel a deep sense of responsibility for recovery and are working tirelessly to ensure that providers can care for their patients and run their practices, and that patients can get their medications. We're determined to make this right as fast as possible." SEE MORE: UnitedHealth sets dates to restore hacked systems as fallout continues Although prescriptions are continuing to be filled and health care services are still being provided, there are concerns that some providers will struggle to pay workers and afford their expenses as the disruption continues. The American Hospital Association said it welcomed the Biden administration's call for action.