Cutting-edge surgery could fix a 12-year-old's scoliosis. Insurance says it's too new to cover.
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- A 12-year-old girl in Colorado is facing a denial from Aetna for coverage of a newly FDA-approved scoliosis surgery, which was introduced in 2019. Aetna claims the procedure is still considered experimental despite its approval, leaving the family in a difficult situation regarding treatment options.
- This decision by Aetna highlights the ongoing challenges patients face with insurance coverage for innovative medical procedures. The classification of the surgery as experimental may prevent many patients from accessing potentially life-changing treatments, raising concerns about the insurance industry's role in healthcare advancements.
— via World Pulse Now AI Editorial System
