Oxford Health Patients File Class Action Lawsuit for Lack of Eating Disorder Care

Eating disorder patients are taking legal action against Oxford Health Insurance Inc. for not covering specific nutrition counseling services. They have requested a federal judge to approve their case as a class action, which would represent over 400 individuals. These patients, who are covered by Oxford health plans, sought nutrition counseling for their eating disorder but were denied coverage by the insurer. Additionally, there is a subclass of patients who received these treatments without submitting a claim to Oxford.

During the relevant time period, more than 400 patients had their claims for nutrition counseling services denied by Oxford. It is estimated that up to 1,795 patients could have benefited from these treatments. The lawsuit aims to hold Oxford Health Insurance Inc. accountable for failing to provide necessary coverage for individuals struggling with eating disorders.

The proposed class action seeks to bring justice for those who were denied essential nutrition counseling services by their insurance provider. By certifying this case as a class action, the plaintiffs hope to hold Oxford Health Insurance Inc. responsible for the denial of coverage and to ensure that others in similar situations receive the necessary support and care.