Insurance companies, including UnitedHealthcare, cause delays and denials in coverage for at-home breathing machines for patients with serious illnesses like Lou Gehrig's disease and COPD.
Insurance companies, including UnitedHealthcare, are causing delays and denials in coverage for at-home breathing machines for patients with serious illnesses such as Lou Gehrig's disease and advanced chronic obstructive pulmonary disease. The non-invasive ventilators, which help patients breathe around the clock, have become more expensive and are now covered by the federal government's Medicare program, contributing to increased spending. Insurers maintain that they cover the machines, but coverage can depend on several factors including the patient's condition, terms of their health plan, and guidelines from the federal government's Medicare program.
March 09, 2024
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