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“UHC denied my claim, and I paid $1,400 out of pocket,” they said. “I'm one of the lucky ones. Can’t imagine how people would feel if that happened for critical or life-saving care.” ...
The assassination of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson cast a harsh spotlight on the controversial practices of the health insurance giant, which has long been accused of prioritizing profits ...
Under his leadership, UHC's profits increased from $12 billion in 2021 to $16 billion in 2023. [34] At the time of Thompson's death, the company was the largest health insurer in the United States. [35] UnitedHealthcare has repeatedly faced criticism for its approach to handling claims. [36]
Denials of health claims also increased, rising 31% in 2024 from 2022, according to a 2024 survey by credit firm Experian of 210 healthcare staff responsible for billing and reimbursement.
UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson was killed outside of an investor day meeting in New York City on Dec. 4. Luigi Mangione, 26, of Towson, Md., was arrested for the murder days after the attack.
UnitedHealth Group originated in late 1974, when Minnesota-based Charter Med Incorporated was founded by Richard Taylor Burke. It originally processed claims for doctors at the Hennepin County Medical Society. [5] UnitedHealthcare Corporation was founded in 1977 to purchase Charter Med and create a network-based health plan for seniors. [6]
nH Predict is a computer program developed by naviHealth that implements an algorithm that has allegedly been used by health insurance companies including United Healthcare and Humana [1] [2] to automatically deny coverage to patients. [3] [4] [5] It is reported to work by cross-correlating patient health records with those of other patients. [6]
A leaked video of UnitedHealth CEO Andrew Witty defending claim denials after Brian Thompson’s murder has sparked backlash. Critics argue the policy contributes to medical bankruptcies and lives ...