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Anna Wilde Mathews
WSJ's journalist investigating Medicare Advantage.
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Jun 7, 2025
• 23min
Medicare, Inc. Part 2: Taxpayers Paid for Care Denied by Insurers
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Anna Wilde Mathews, a WSJ journalist, dives into the intricate issues plaguing Medicare Advantage, revealing how many seriously ill patients struggle to access vital care. She discusses the shocking financial impact on taxpayers when patients switch to traditional Medicare due to treatment denials. The conversation also touches on ongoing investigations by Congress and the Department of Justice into major insurers like UnitedHealth and Aetna, highlighting the urgent need for reforms to address these concerning practices.
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