Imaging

Class Action Lawsuit Alleges Insurer Illegally Charged Women for Essential Breast Imaging Services

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A class action lawsuit filed in California alleges that a health insurance company unlawfully required women to pay out of pocket for breast imaging services, which should have been covered by their insurance plans. The suit claims that this practice not only violates state and federal laws but also disproportionately affects women, exacerbating existing healthcare inequalities. According to legal documents, the insurance provider in question supposedly implemented a policy to deny coverage for certain breast imaging procedures, forcing many women to pay for these essential services themselves. This action has sparked outrage among consumers and … Read more

New Billing Notification Practices at Local Imaging Center Spark Discussion on Healthcare Transparency Laws

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Recently, residents like myself in Colorado Springs, Colorado, encountered a new type of notification from healthcare providers concerning billing practices that may indicate a shift towards greater transparency in medical billing. Specifically, an imaging center informed us that for upcoming procedures, we should expect two separate charges: one for the use of facility resources and another for the medical professionals conducting the examination. It was further noted that some or all of these charges might not be covered by health insurance, advising us to verify coverage beforehand. This preemptive notification sparked curiosity about whether it … Read more

Waterbury Jury Grants $14.4 Million Verdict in Medical Malpractice Lawsuit Over Collapsed Imaging Table

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WATERBURY, Connecticut – In a significant victory for the plaintiffs, attorneys from Silver Golub & Teitell have successfully secured a $14.4 million award in a medical malpractice lawsuit. The case involved an incident where an imaging table collapsed, causing severe injuries to the plaintiff and necessitating multiple surgeries. The trial concluded on Friday, as a Waterbury jury determined that James Griswold and his wife Diana Griswold should receive a total of $9 million in compensation. Of this amount, James Griswold was awarded $3 million in economic damages and an additional $4 million for the pain … Read more