Mile Bluff Statement

Mile Bluff Medical Center in Mauston is currently experiencing system disruptions related to a security event involving data encryption. 

Upon detection, Mile Bluff immediately activated its security protocols, ensured patient safety, and began a thorough investigation utilizing internal experts and third-party partners.

“We have been working to better understand the situation to ensure that we provide accurate and reliable information,” stated Dara Bartels, Mile Bluff CEO. “We are ready to share some of our preliminary findings.” 

While some services experienced limited and temporary interruptions, the impact has been narrow in scope. Clinical teams switched to downtime procedures to ensure continuity of care, and they continue to provide the safe, high-quality services the community has come to expect from Mile Bluff.

“The system disruption is impacting some of the functionality of our phone and computer systems” notes Bartels. “Our team is actively working to assess the situation and fully restore our systems.” 

“Our priority is, and always will be, the safety and care of our patients,” assured Bartels. “Our team responded quickly, and care for our community has continued. We are working diligently to fully resolve this issue."

Bartels concluded, "We appreciate the community’s patience and understanding and will provide updates as relevant information becomes available."