UnitedHealthcare

The case addresses wrongful denials of liposuction claims for lipedema treatment by UnitedHealthcare health plans.

This settlement resolves claims that UnitedHealthcare improperly denied coverage for specialized liposuction procedures used to treat lipedema under certain ERISA health plans. Eligible claimants may receive compensation depending on their individual circumstances.

• Consumers covered under self-funded or fully insured ERISA health plans administered by UnitedHealthcare.
• Claims for specialized liposuction for lipedema denied as unproven between Jan. 1, 2015 and Dec. 31, 2019.
• Patients who paid out-of-pocket for liposuction after denial may be eligible for damages.