The Week of Minor Apocalypses
Slate Money
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Faultlines of U.S. Healthcare
This chapter explores the turbulent responses to the death of a health insurance CEO, highlighting the frustrations many Americans feel towards the flawed healthcare system. Personal stories about denied claims and unexpected medical costs illustrate the influence of insurance companies in exacerbating patient struggles. The discussion contrasts the essential role of insurers in controlling costs with the systemic inefficiencies and personal tragedies they often create.
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