SF Firefighter's Death Sparks Reform Push for Blue Shield Coverage
TL;DR
The death of San Francisco firefighter Ken Jones from stage 4 lung cancer, after his oncologist's treatments were reportedly denied by Blue Shield of California, has reignited calls to reform the insurer's cancer-care coverage. Advocates say delays in approval may have cost him time and worsened his condition, while Blue Shield says it will assign dedicated care managers and reform efforts are underway with watchdog groups pressing for changes.
Topics:healthhealthcare#blue-shield-of-california#cancer-treatment-denial#health-insurance-delays#healthcare#ken-jones#sf-fire-department
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