Jacob Y. Shin

Jun 12, 2024 | jamanetwork.com | Jacob Y. Shin |Fumiko Chino |John Cuaron |Charles Krauthammer Washington

Key PointsQuestion  Is insurance denial associated with radiation oncology treatment? Findings  In this single-institution cohort analysis of 206 cases, most insurance denials in radiation oncology were ultimately reversed on appeal; however, radiation therapy technique and/or effectiveness may be compromised by payer-mandated changes with resultant delays, reduced dose, or less conformal treatment delivery.