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They're afraid!

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I think the health insurance companies are actually taken by surprise by the amount of people who sincerely wish them death. Maybe we will see some almost-meaningful change soon?

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[–] Kuvwert@lemm.ee 2 points 2 weeks ago* (last edited 2 weeks ago)

It could be a calculated loss strategy that buys them good optics.

While this story is in the news cycle people have the opportunity to build positive bias by having their claims approved for a few days.

Edit: Not to say that it is true at all, but it would be a valid strategy for them for a week or so