Texas AG investigates UnitedHealth over alleged care denials
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton has launched an investigation into UnitedHealth Group, accusing the company of potentially denying Texans access to necessary medical care through deceptive and unlawful practices.
The investigation follows allegations that UnitedHealth paid nursing homes to delay transferring patients to hospitals when they required additional medical attention. Paxton’s office also cited a case where a Texas patient received approval for a procedure at RedBud Surgery Center in Austin, only to later have that approval rescinded, leaving the patient with a substantial medical bill.
In a statement, Paxton expressed concern over the reports, stating, “Alarming reports keep piling up about how United treats Texas consumers.” He emphasized that his office will not tolerate insurance companies prioritizing corporate greed over the well-being of Texans.
The attorney general’s office has issued Civil Investigative Demands to UnitedHealth Group to gather documents and evidence related to these allegations. The investigation aims to determine whether the company violated the Texas Deceptive Trade Practices Act or other state laws.