Pediatric brain surgeon clashes with UnitedHealthcare over reimbursements
NBC NewsFriday, June 20, 2025 at 5:13:34 PM
A top pediatric brain surgeon, Dr. Catherine Mazzola, is fighting with UnitedHealthcare over payment disputes that threaten her practice. In an interview with NBC News, she explains how the insurance giant’s reimbursement policies are putting her ability to treat kids—especially those from low-income families—at risk.
Editor’s Note: Insurance battles like this aren’t just about paperwork—they can directly impact whether life-saving specialists can keep their doors open. When doctors like Mazzola, who treat vulnerable kids, are squeezed by insurers, it’s a warning sign for the whole healthcare system. This story matters because it shows how corporate policies can clash with patient care in ways that hurt everyone except the bottom line.
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