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US Private Insurers Deny Coverage for Prosthetic Limbs, Sparking Outcry

Michael Adams and Leah Kaplan's experiences highlight the inconsistent coverage of prosthetic limbs by private US health insurers, despite state laws and medical necessity, impacting millions of Americans with limb loss and creating significant financial burdens.

US Private Insurers Deny Coverage for Prosthetic Limbs, Sparking Outcry

Michael Adams and Leah Kaplan's experiences highlight the inconsistent coverage of prosthetic limbs by private US health insurers, despite state laws and medical necessity, impacting millions of Americans with limb loss and creating significant financial burdens.

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How do state laws mandating prosthetic coverage impact the broader issue of insurance disparities, and what are the limitations of these laws?

Disparities exist in prosthetic coverage, with insurance often covering joint replacements but denying similar prosthetic limbs. This impacts millions of Americans with limb loss, many of whom already face financial barriers to accessing prosthetics. While some states have implemented fairness laws, over half of privately insured individuals remain unprotected.

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Nov 9, 22:09

Lviv's War Wounded: Hope Amidst Challenges

The impact of the war in Ukraine on Lviv, focusing on the challenges and triumphs of two hospitals providing care for war-wounded soldiers, especially in the area of prosthetics and rehabilitation.

Lviv's War Wounded: Hope Amidst Challenges

The impact of the war in Ukraine on Lviv, focusing on the challenges and triumphs of two hospitals providing care for war-wounded soldiers, especially in the area of prosthetics and rehabilitation.

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How is the city of Lviv affected by the war in Ukraine?

Lviv, Ukraine, is coping with the impact of the war, with fewer tourists and almost every family affected by the conflict, either through loss, injury, or worry for loved ones.

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Nov 10, 16:02

Facial Prosthetics and Cancer Recovery

A study unveils portraits of head and neck cancer patients wearing facial prosthetics, highlighting the emotional impact of treatment and comparing traditional and new 3D-printing methods.

Facial Prosthetics and Cancer Recovery

A study unveils portraits of head and neck cancer patients wearing facial prosthetics, highlighting the emotional impact of treatment and comparing traditional and new 3D-printing methods.

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How did Robin Fahey's prosthetic impact his self-perception and how he is perceived by others?

Robin Fahey, who lost his nose, eye, and upper teeth to cancer, feels his prosthetic allows others to see him as a person, rather than feeling like a "freak." He embraces his new appearance and wants others to accept people like him.

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