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A.G. Schneiderman Announces Settlement With Health Insurer Over Excessive Copays For Customers In Rochester Area

NEW YORK - Attorney General Eric T. Schneiderman today announced an agreement with Excellus Health Plan, Inc. requiring that its contracted health care providers issue refunds to thousands of members in New York State for charging excessive copays. The Attorney General's investigation revealed that Excellus issued incorrect Explanations of Benefits, which imposed an additional specialty co-payment for member visits to a primary care provider.

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Action Details

  • Date:January 12, 2014
  • Agency:New York Attorney General
  • Enforcement Types:
    • State Enforcement Agencies