The brazen murder of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson last week has prompted an energized national discussion about broader issues in the U.S. healthcare system, including the rising costs of medical care and denial rates among health insurance companies. This renewed public dialogue, carried out in both traditional and social media, follows years of conversations about widespread provider consolidations and increased private equity investment in healthcare.
UnitedHealthcare CEO Murder Sparks Broader Debate About Healthcare System
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