Families are concerned because their insurance might stop covering the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP), so they asked lawmakers for help and now state House Democrats are urging insurance companies to keep Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia in their network to ensure kids can still get the care they need.
Worries Mount as Families Fear Losing Insurance Coverage for Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia
According to the published article by Audacy, Leslie Proffitt‘s daughter Lily, needs a lot of help because she has been sick since she was born. They go to the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP) for their treatments. But now, there’s a worry because their insurance might not cover Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia anymore starting July 1, 2024. This could make it hard for Lily and other kids to get the care they need.
Proffitt and other parents are worried, so they ask lawmakers for help. Some state House Democrats wrote a letter to the insurance companies, asking them to keep Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia in their network. They said many kids, especially those who are very sick or have special needs depend on Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia for their treatments.
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24 Pennsylvania State House Democrats Unite to Save Children’s Healthcare: 20,000+ Young Patients at Risk of Losing Access to Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP)’s Specialized Care (PHOTO: Philadelphia Inquirer)
Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia Works to Ensure Continued Care Amidst Insurance Uncertainty
Furthermore, the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia is talking to the insurance companies to find a solution. They want to make sure kids can still get help even if they can’t agree with the insurance companies. And if they can’t figure it out Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia says they’ll try to help families find other ways to get care. Even though things are uncertain, Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia is still part of other insurance plans, which is good news for families who need their help.
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