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Los Angeles Times
Patients seek changes in Kaiser's dispute process
Decades after a 1997 court ruling criticized Kaiser Permanente's arbitration system as unfair to patients, the health organization faces renewed scrutiny over whether its private arbitration process is biased in its favor. Critics argue that Kaiser’s control over arbitrator selection and access to their past rulings give it an advantage, potentially leading to outcomes that favor Kaiser over injured patients. Despite Kaiser’s defense of its system as fair, ongoing cases and reports suggest persistent flaws, including biases and a lack of transparency, raising concerns about patient safety and justice. Efforts are underway to seek greater oversight and reform of the arbitration process.
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