The tragic events surrounding the UnitedHealthcare CEO highlight a deep frustration with a system that’s broken. With 32% of claims denied—twice the U.S. average—and 2/3 of bankruptcies tied to medical debt, it’s clear the American people’s wallets are at a breaking point. Vigilante violence isn’t the solution—we need collective action. At Dorsal.fyi, we believe data transparency is the path forward. #HealthcareReform #PriceTransparency #CollectiveAction https://lnkd.in/gyqxFze8
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UnitedHealth CEO says insurer will continue to prevent ‘unnecessary care’ in leaked video: ‘Dude’s next’ By Isabel Keane Published Dec. 9, 2024, 9:53 a.m. ET https://lnkd.in/dS3pVYBc
UnitedHealth CEO says insurer will continue to prevent ‘unnecessary care’ in leaked video: ‘Dude’s next’ By Isabel Keane Published Dec. 9, 2024, 9:53 a.m. ET https://lnkd.in/d_fZzN-Q
UnitedHealth CEO says insurer will continue to prevent ‘unnecessary care’ in leaked video as sick trolls warn, ‘Dude’s next’
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#InsuranceIndustry #CEOImpact #UnitedHealthcare #BrianThompson #LuigiMangione #MarketShift Wow, what a shocking week it's been in the insurance world! Brian Thompson, the CEO of UnitedHealthcare, was tragically murdered on the streets of New York. 😢 It’s not just a heartbreaking loss; it raises so many questions about the future of the insurance industry. The NYPD has arrested a young Ivy League grad, Luigi Mangione, who is also facing charges for possessing a forged instrument and a weapon. But let's focus on the bigger picture here. So, what are the potential aftereffects of the murder of the CEO of UnitedHealthcare? Market Confidence: Will this event shake investor confidence in UnitedHealthcare and similar companies? 🧐 Leadership Changes: Are we likely to see a shift in leadership style or corporate strategy at UnitedHealthcare? Regulatory Scrutiny: Could this lead to increased scrutiny or regulation within the insurance industry? Public Perception: How will public trust in i... What Impact Will the UnitedHealthcare CEO's Murder Have on Insurance? Answers: https://lnkd.in/gT69fgKD Let's Connect! Have you faced similar challenges? Share you...
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We need to talk about coverage networks, especially for patients searching for a provider to help with conditions that can be embarrassing to talk about with friends or family, such as depression or anxiety. Reporting from Jessica Glenza at the Guardian brings to light what many have experienced privately: Many insurer networks don't have available therapists, leading people to forgo or significantly delay care, or-- for those that can afford it, pay out-of-pocket. Insurers need to do better. https://lnkd.in/eHCCrtEB
‘Ghost network’ of US healthcare providers amounts to fraud, lawsuit says
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#InsuranceIndustry #CEOImpact #UnitedHealthcare #BrianThompson #LuigiMangione #MarketShift Wow, what a shocking week it's been in the insurance world! Brian Thompson, the CEO of UnitedHealthcare, was tragically murdered on the streets of New York. 😢 It’s not just a heartbreaking loss; it raises so many questions about the future of the insurance industry. The NYPD has arrested a young Ivy League grad, Luigi Mangione, who is also facing charges for possessing a forged instrument and a weapon. But let's focus on the bigger picture here. So, what are the potential aftereffects of the murder of the CEO of UnitedHealthcare? Market Confidence: Will this event shake investor confidence in UnitedHealthcare and similar companies? 🧐 Leadership Changes: Are we likely to see a shift in leadership style or corporate strategy at UnitedHealthcare? Regulatory Scrutiny: Could this lead to increased scrutiny or regulation within the insurance industry? Public Perception: How will public trust in i... What Impact Will the UnitedHealthcare CEO's Murder Have on Insurance? Answers: https://lnkd.in/gGqwxV9f Let's Connect! Have you faced similar challenges? Share you...
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Attention all! 📢 The latest report from the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau sheds light on a growing concern: medical billing and collections among older Americans. Despite having comprehensive insurance, many over 65 are facing the stress of inaccurate medical bills and aggressive collections. With an increase from $44.8 billion to $53.8 billion in unpaid medical bills between 2019 and 2020, it's clear we need better safeguards for our seniors. Complex billing systems and the potential for errors can leave our older adults vulnerable, particularly those with chronic health conditions or functional limitations. Let's spread awareness and advocate for changes that protect the financial well-being of our senior community. 💪 #MedicalDebt #SeniorCare #ProtectOurElders https://lnkd.in/gEP8rmXC
Issue Spotlight: Medical Billing and Collections Among Older Americans | Consumer Financial Protection Bureau
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RFK Jr.: ,,Bill Gates mensen. Zo klaar als een klontje. De dader was Bill Gates. Of Anthony Fauci, daar wil ik af zijn.’’ 😵💫 The Killing of Brian Thompson | by Chris Hedges We do not yet know the motive for the assassination of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson. But it would not surprise me if the killer stalked Thompson because UnitedHealthcare had denied medical coverage, or forced a family or an individual into bankruptcy, after the company failed to cover a serious illness. Insurers reject about 1 in 7 claims for treatment, often by deciding the treatment is not “medically necessary.” Among 10 high-income nations, the United States spends the most on health care but has the worst health outcomes. Americans die four years earlier than their counterparts in other industrialized nations. There are more than 200 million Americans who rely on private health insurance, but once they become seriously ill, they are often tossed aside, left with crippling medical bills and unable to receive adequate treatment. Exorbitant medical bills account for about 40 percent of bankruptcies. Many of those driven into bankruptcy because of medical bills had medical insurance. The revenue of six largest insurers — Anthem, Centene, Cigna, AVS/Aetna, Humana and UnitedHealth — have more than quadrupled from 2010 to $1.1 trillion. Combined revenues of the 3 biggest — United, CVS/Aetna and Cigna — have quintupled. https://lnkd.in/eShdX2c5 Sanitising a Paranoid Crank | Quillette Misleading and irresponsible journalism is being used to launder the reputation of RFK Jr. https://lnkd.in/eRzmDCQQ #UnitedHealthcare #Thompson #assassination #RFK #Kenney #paranoia #conspiracy #US #idiocracy #zorgverzekering #zorgkosten #health #insurance
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The willy nilly approach to cost containment by networks is arbitrary and embarrassing. The days of spaghetti on the wall are over. Medical bills must be cleaned for errors, waste, and inflated charges based on the actual treatment provided. When claims need to be repriced reimbursement must befair and reasonable for the patient, payor, AND provider. A payment integrity service must know how to pay claims AND have integrity.
In a companion article in The New York Times today to the article posted by Chris Deacon, the reporting looks at some specific egregious examples of Multiplan’s business strategy and how much it benefits insurers like #Cigna and #Unitedhealthcare. One example shows Cigna & Multiplan taking “savings fees” almost 3x higher than the treatment facility received in claim costs: “Cigna took in nearly $4.47 million from employers for processing claims from eight addiction treatment centers in California, while the centers received $2.56 million. MultiPlan pocketed $1.22 million.” This article ties the current scheme back to the 2009 Ingenex scandal! “The situation echoes a past scandal. Fifteen years ago, the New York attorney general broke up a pricing system that his office’s investigation concluded was “rigged.” The central player, UnitedHealth, agreed to pay $350 million to patients and medical professionals who said they had been shortchanged, and along with other major insurers, it agreed to reforms meant to ensure this wouldn’t happen again.” Guess who profits a billion annually from the current Multiplan repricing scheme? UnitedHealth! Great article! https://lnkd.in/erqAx6Eb
Insurers Reap Hidden Fees by Slashing Payments. You May Get the Bill.
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In a companion article in The New York Times today to the article posted by Chris Deacon, the reporting looks at some specific egregious examples of Multiplan’s business strategy and how much it benefits insurers like #Cigna and #Unitedhealthcare. One example shows Cigna & Multiplan taking “savings fees” almost 3x higher than the treatment facility received in claim costs: “Cigna took in nearly $4.47 million from employers for processing claims from eight addiction treatment centers in California, while the centers received $2.56 million. MultiPlan pocketed $1.22 million.” This article ties the current scheme back to the 2009 Ingenex scandal! “The situation echoes a past scandal. Fifteen years ago, the New York attorney general broke up a pricing system that his office’s investigation concluded was “rigged.” The central player, UnitedHealth, agreed to pay $350 million to patients and medical professionals who said they had been shortchanged, and along with other major insurers, it agreed to reforms meant to ensure this wouldn’t happen again.” Guess who profits a billion annually from the current Multiplan repricing scheme? UnitedHealth! Great article! https://lnkd.in/erqAx6Eb
Insurers Reap Hidden Fees by Slashing Payments. You May Get the Bill.
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I wrote an article on Sunday explaining a bit of the "why" behind the surprising public response to the UnitedHealthcare CEO's assassination. I also dive into potential solutions — specifically, how we can shift from a system that prioritizes capital accumulation to one that values true societal contribution. I'd love to hear what others think about this problem (either here or in the article comments) — are there other ways to resolve tensions between insurance companies and their consumers? Are you optimistic or pessimistic about the potential for real, constructive change? Here's the article: https://lnkd.in/efRGNAqt
Why 800lb Companies Like UnitedHealth Are Poisoning Capitalism (And What We Can Do About It)
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Nearly 50 Australian specialists, including anaesthetists and surgeons, are accused of charging unauthorised fees of up to $5,000 under "no gap" or "known gap" arrangements, despite claiming bulk billing with Medicare. These allegations, termed "shadow billing," highlight potential large-scale fraud, undermining trust in healthcare and the accuracy of Medicare and insurance data. Read the full article: https://lnkd.in/gfQnFx7M #HealthcareEthics #NoGapFee #PatientAdvocacy #TransparencyInHealthcare
Thousands of health insurance members may have been over-charged by specialist doctors
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