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health1 year ago

Anthem BCBS Reverses Controversial Anesthesia Policy After Backlash

Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield has reversed its decision to impose a time limit on anesthesia coverage after public backlash. The policy, which was set to take effect in February, faced criticism for potentially denying payment for necessary anesthesia care. The reversal follows widespread outrage and discussions about the healthcare system, intensified by the recent targeted killing of UnitedHealthcare's CEO, Brian Thompson. Anthem cited "misinformation" and unclear communication as reasons for retracting the policy.

health1 year ago

Anthem BCBS Withdraws Plan to Limit Anesthesia Coverage

Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield has reversed its decision to cap anesthesia coverage in Connecticut, Missouri, and New York following widespread criticism and intervention from state officials. The proposed policy would have limited coverage based on predetermined anesthesia times, potentially compromising patient care. The American Society of Anesthesiologists and state leaders expressed strong opposition, leading to Anthem's decision to maintain full coverage for medically necessary anesthesia services.

health-care1 year ago

Anthem Reverses Anesthesia Coverage Cap After Backlash

Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield has reversed a controversial policy that would have limited anesthesia coverage during surgeries, following backlash from physicians, lawmakers, and the American Society of Anesthesiologists. The policy, which was set to affect plans in Connecticut, New York, and Missouri, would have denied claims for anesthesia exceeding estimated procedure times. Critics, including Connecticut Senator Chris Murphy, argued it would burden patients with unexpected medical debt. Anthem clarified that the policy was intended to align with clinical guidelines and not to deny necessary anesthesia services.

health1 year ago

Anthem Reverses Anesthesia Coverage Cap Decision

Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield has reversed its decision to limit anesthesia coverage for surgeries exceeding a certain time, following public backlash and intervention from officials in Connecticut and New York. The policy, which was based on metrics from the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, faced criticism for potentially leaving patients financially responsible for necessary care. The reversal highlights the intense scrutiny and public anger towards controversial insurance policies, especially in the wake of the murder of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson, which has intensified discussions on the impact of such decisions.

health1 year ago

Anthem Reverses Anesthesia Coverage Cap in Connecticut

Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield has decided not to implement a policy that would limit coverage for anesthesia if surgeries exceeded a certain time, following pressure from Connecticut officials and medical groups. The policy, initially set to start in 2025, faced criticism for potentially leaving patients to pay out-of-pocket for extended procedures. Anthem clarified that the policy was meant to align with clinical guidelines and assured that medically necessary anesthesia services would always be covered. The decision was welcomed by state officials and medical associations.