FTC launches antitrust probe into Epic Systems over alleged anticompetitive practices

Federal Trade Commission investigators have reached out to at least three people as part of a broad inquiry into Epic Systems' business practices.

Epic, the nation's largest electronic health record vendor, is under review for possible antitrust violations linked to its dominant market position and control of health data.

The investigation is in early stages and may not lead to charges, but it follows a history of complaints and lawsuits from former employees and rival companies about Epic's policies.

Both federal and state authorities are involved, highlighting growing regulatory scrutiny of data-centric health-technology firms.