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Insurance Denials Leaving Families Without Vital Behavioral Health Care

Season 2025 Episode 276

Ryan Matlock sought residential care for fentanyl addiction but was denied continued insurance coverage. Days after being sent home, he died of an overdose. California law mandates mental health care coverage, yet families face devastating gaps. Advocates push for stronger oversight to prevent insurance denials from costing more lives.