What is the story about?
What's Happening?
A lawsuit against Oxford Health Insurance Inc. is advancing towards class action status. The case involves patients who were denied coverage for outpatient nutrition counseling services, which Oxford deemed non-covered. Magistrate Judge Barbara Moses has recommended certifying a class of patients in New York under Oxford-administered health plans who had their claims denied. The lawsuit also seeks to include individuals who did not submit claims, although identifying them from Oxford's records poses a challenge.
Why It's Important?
The potential class action could have significant implications for health insurance coverage policies, particularly concerning mental health and eating disorder treatments. If successful, the lawsuit may compel Oxford and similar insurers to revise their coverage policies, potentially expanding access to necessary nutrition counseling services for eating disorder patients. This case highlights ongoing issues in the healthcare system regarding mental health coverage and could set a precedent for future litigation in this area.
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