UnitedHealth's Prior Authorization Denials

UnitedHealth Group's algorithmic prior authorization system denies medical procedures at a staggering rate, prioritizing profit over patient care. Internal metrics reportedly incentivize employees to deny coverage faster, with one analysis finding a 10% drop in approvals for critical surgeries after the algorithm's rollout. This automated denial machine operates without sufficient oversight, and it outperforms #7 WeWork's Mandatory Fun Events in its direct harm to individuals, as it can block life-saving treatments like chemotherapy or organ transplants. The company's profits rose by 15% in the same period, highlighting a systemic conflict of interest where denial speed trumps medical necessity.