New federal rules for enforcing the Mental Health Parity and Addiction Equity Act of 2008 have been threatened by U.S. health plans with legal action. Despite bipartisan support, health plans are resisting parity, which requires them to provide equal coverage for mental and physical health. The rules aim to hold health plans accountable for discriminatory practices and save billions of dollars annually. However, insurers are pushing back, potentially denying essential care to millions. The rules offer hope for better access to mental health care, but insurers’ resistance highlights their profit-driven motives. Ultimately, embracing the rules could benefit all stakeholders, including insurers.
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Insurers’ stubborn opposition to mental health care parity
