Why are people surprised / shocked by this. The whole purpose of a for profit insurance company is to generate profits for its shareholders. Denying claims is the only way to maximize profitability. Its is absolutely bonkers that we think private insurance will somehow be "fair".
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Gary Schwitzer
“UnitedHealth used an algorithm system to identify patients who it determined were getting too much therapy and then limited coverage. It was deemed illegal in three states, but similar practices persist due to a patchwork of regulation.” #MedSky
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