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Denver Dave

(167 posts)
Sat Feb 4, 2012, 12:47 AM Feb 2012

Connecticut doctor takes matter into his own hands

Connecticut doctor takes matter into his own hands
http://www.wtnh.com/dpp/news/health/ct-doctor-takes-matter-into-his-own-hands?hpt=us_bn4

Danbury, Connecticut. (WTNH) - Repeated rejections by three insurance companies led to Dr. David Kloth to intervene in Matt Cote's case.

Dr. Kloth, at Connecticut Pain Care in Danbury, said, "Everyday, I probably see about 10 patients who are being denied health care by their insurance carrier."

The eight year battle took a toll on both doctor and patient.

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"If one would look at the money," Dr. Kloth pointed out, "This insurance company spent on office visits, epidurals and his Percocet the last 8 years, it actually cost them more money, than had they paid for the surgery back in 2004 when we originally recommended it."

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