Shady Practices Revealed in Private Insurers' Medicare Advantage Program
Private Insurers Profit $50 Billion from Medicare for Untreated Illnesses: Investigation
An investigation by The Wall Street Journal uncovers private insurers tied to Medicare generating substantial profits through potentially fraudulent diagnoses. From 2018 to 2021, questionable medical diagnoses led to significant additional taxpayer-funded payments. The program's extensive coverage raises concerns about unscrupulous practices and financial impact on taxpayers.
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