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16 Insurers Violated Mental Health Parity Laws, Report Finds

2/18/2026

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A Nevada state report finds that at least 16 insurance carriers likely violated federal mental health parity laws, hindering access.
The Nevada Division of Insurance compiled the findings and found higher claim denials for mental health treatment and inadequate provider networks.
Ned Gaines (Insurance Commissioner) acknowledged that insurers contribute to access difficulties and that the provider shortage worsens the problem, and violators may face fines.

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A Nevada state report finds that at least 16 insurance carriers likely violated federal mental health parity laws, hindering access.
The Nevada Division of Insurance compiled the findings and found higher claim denials for mental health treatment and inadequate provider networks.
Ned Gaines (Insurance Commissioner) acknowledged that insurers contribute to access difficulties and that the provider shortage worsens the problem, and violators may face fines.