Policyholders Gain Financial Lifeline When Health Insurers Deny Care

NEW YORK, March 5, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Pegasus Legal Capital, a leader in medical treatment funding, announced today its commitment to financing assistance or medical treatments when health insurance companies wrongfully deny claims. As frustration over claim denials intensifies, the recent shocking murder of United Healthcare CEO Brian Thompson has only added to the growing concerns and unease policyholders feel about an industry that holds their health—and their lives—in its hands. Pegasus aims to bridge this gap, ensuring that individuals receive the medical care they need, even when insurers refuse to pay.

For years, insured individuals have faced the devastating reality of battling serious medical conditions while also struggling against insurers' bad faith claim denials. Patients in need of urgent procedures, mental health treatments, and specialized care are frequently left with few options when their coverage is wrongfully denied. Healthcare providers, too, have experienced mounting financial strain due to insurers' refusal to reimburse for covered services, jeopardizing the stability of hospitals, medical practices, and treatment facilities.

The Pegasus initiative offers financial support directly to patients, allowing them to proceed with medically necessary treatments. Without being forced to wait until prolonged appeals or costly legal battles are resolved, patients can access the care they need immediately, preserving their health and well-being.

In recent years, numerous reports have highlighted systemic issues within the health insurance industry, where claim denials have caused immense financial and emotional hardship. Many lawsuits now seek to challenge these harmful practices, demanding compensation for those affected and pushing for industry-wide reform.

"Access to healthcare is a fundamental right, yet wrongful claim denials strip individuals of that right, leaving them to either forgo life-saving treatment or face financial ruin," said Bradley Braun. "Patients should never have to choose between their health and financial survival. Our goal is to ensure that no one is left without options simply because an insurer refuses to honor its commitment."

Through this funding initiative, Pegasus will cover the costs of denied treatments, empowering patients to move forward with their care while they challenge unjust claim denials. The initiative targets individuals facing refusals for essential medical procedures, emergency care, mental health services, and other critical treatments that insurers have wrongfully declined.

Key objectives of this initiative include:

• Providing financial assistance for denied medical treatments so patients can receive care without delay.
• Supporting individuals in their efforts to challenge wrongful denials.
• Raising awareness of insurer practices that may violate consumer protection laws.
• Driving systemic reforms to increase transparency and accountability within the insurance industry.

Among the insurers whose denials have led to severe patient hardship are some of the largest names in the industry:

• United Healthcare
• Elevance Health (formerly Anthem)
• Aetna CVS Health
• Cigna
• Humana
• Ambetter and its parent Centene

Patients who have filed a lawsuit to force payment of denied coverage for medically necessary treatments are encouraged to contact Pegasus immediately to explore financial assistance options. Those who wish to challenge a wrongful denial should seek legal consultation to understand their rights and recourse.

Pegasus Legal Capital is dedicated to promoting healthcare access by providing financial support to individuals facing wrongful insurance denials. Our mission is to empower patients by removing financial barriers to essential medical care, ensuring that no one is left behind when insurers fail to uphold their obligations.

For more information about this initiative or to learn how to participate, please visit https://www.mylawfunds.com or call 855-997-6740

PRESS CONTACTS:

Bradley Braun

[email protected]
Pegasus Legal Capital, LLC
800 Fairway Drive

Deerfield Beach, Florida 33441
(855) 997-6740

SOURCE Pegasus Legal Capital, LLC