Focus (Forum & Focus)
Jun. 6, 2008
Losing Patience With Patient Care
Despite recent steps in the right direction, the state's health insurance system still puts the onus on the sick, vulnerable patient to prove they are entitled to treatment and coverage, writes Bryan Liang. - Forum Column
By Bryan A. Liang
This article appears on Page 6
Recently, the Department of Managed Health Care announced settlements with two insurers regarding the wrongful rescissions, where insurers issue individual health insurance policies and rescind them when large claims are filed. This abusive practice has been documented by previous DMHC investigations, which have resulted in fines levied against manage...
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