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Public Outcry Grows Over Insurance Denials Amid Changes

9/27/2025

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Public dissatisfaction with insurance denials rose after UnitedHealthcare’s CEO was shot; 75% cite prior authorization as a major issue.
The Trump administration will expand prior authorization in Medicare on January 1, 2026, affecting six states through 2031.
The WISeR pilot tests AI in prior authorization, but critics warn it may delay care and prioritize cost-saving, with bipartisan concerns about effectiveness.

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Story summary

Public dissatisfaction with insurance denials rose after UnitedHealthcare’s CEO was shot; 75% cite prior authorization as a major issue.
The Trump administration will expand prior authorization in Medicare on January 1, 2026, affecting six states through 2031.
The WISeR pilot tests AI in prior authorization, but critics warn it may delay care and prioritize cost-saving, with bipartisan concerns about effectiveness.