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

flag 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. flag Judge Robert Kim previously deemed three HMSA contracts "unconscionable." flag 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.

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