Anthem BCBS Withdraws Plan to Limit Anesthesia Coverage
TL;DR
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.
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