Obstetrician sues HMSA for denying coverage for 30 patients, raising potential impact on doctor-patient care and insurer practices.

Hilo obstetrician Frederick Nitta has sued Hawaii's largest insurer, Hawaii Medical Services Association (HMSA), claiming it denied coverage for necessary treatments for 30 patients. Judge Robert Kim previously deemed three HMSA contracts "unconscionable." The Hawaii Supreme Court has taken up the appeal, which could empower doctors in patient care decisions and prompt insurers to revise reimbursement practices, potentially enhancing statewide healthcare quality.

October 24, 2024
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