Doctors Say Dealing With Health Insurers Is Only Getting Worse (Physicians for a National Health Program)

Physicians across the U.S. are voicing deep frustration with the healthcare insurance system, highlighting the growing burden of administrative red tape, delayed reimbursements, and claim denials that disrupt patient care. This frustration has been amplified by the recent killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson, which brought attention to the strained relationship between providers and insurers. Doctors, while condemning violence, point to systemic issues that have led to a loss of autonomy, increased operational stress, and a healthcare environment where cost-cutting often overshadows patient care. The situation is particularly dire for smaller practices, many of which struggle to survive under mounting administrative demands and financial pressures.