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Veteran's plea for care amid insurance battles
7 May
Summary
- Patient faces life-threatening aspiration risks due to denied care.
- Insurance denials have caused treatment delays and health deterioration.
- Veteran feels abandoned by the system after serving his country.
A veteran's fight for essential medical care has taken a dire turn, with his health deteriorating due to persistent insurance denials. A recent swallow test revealed he aspirates food and liquids, posing a life-threatening risk of pneumonia. His speech-language pathologist recommended a feeding tube, a procedure he previously endured for six months during cancer treatment.
The patient attributes his current critical condition to treatment delays caused by TriWest's denials. He expressed frustration, stating that after fulfilling his obligations, he expects the system to uphold its end by providing necessary, flawless care. He is currently facing new denials, further complicating his need for constant medical attention.
