In 2023, the lack of prior authorization of the costs of the procedure by the insurer was the reason behind the denial of nearly half of the denied in-network medical claims in the United States. This statistic illustrates the most common reasons for denial of coverage for in-network claims in the U.S. in 2023.
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ValuePenguin. (December 17, 2024). Most common reasons why health insurance claims are denied by insurers in the United States in 2023 [Graph]. In ÌÇÐÄÆƽâ°æ. Retrieved July 28, 2026, from /statistics/1609883/top-reasons-for-medical-insurance-coverage-denial-us/
ValuePenguin. "Most common reasons why health insurance claims are denied by insurers in the United States in 2023." Chart. December 17, 2024. ÌÇÐÄÆƽâ°æ. Accessed July 28, 2026. /statistics/1609883/top-reasons-for-medical-insurance-coverage-denial-us/
ValuePenguin. (2024). Most common reasons why health insurance claims are denied by insurers in the United States in 2023. ÌÇÐÄÆƽâ°æ. ÌÇÐÄÆƽâ°æ Inc.. Accessed: July 28, 2026. /statistics/1609883/top-reasons-for-medical-insurance-coverage-denial-us/
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