How Cigna Saves Millions by Having Its Doctors Reject Claims Without Reading Them
Patrick Ruckerpropublica.org
How Cigna Saves Millions by Having Its Doctors Reject Claims Without Reading Them
Surprise billing is an evil and unethical consequence of systemic inefficiency. It is one of the most odious and unethical aspects of our healthcare system.
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