The doctor will not see you now: 1,900 seniors, disabled residents to lose Brown Health providers

Over 1,900 elderly and disabled individuals in Rhode Island are losing access to their Brown Health providers due to coverage issues, leaving them in a state of shock and disappointment. Dr. Avishek Chatterjee, who specializes in delivering difficult news, finds it particularly challenging to inform these patients of their new circumstances. This situation highlights broader concerns about healthcare access and the impact of insurance policies on vulnerable populations, raising questions about the adequacy of current coverage and the potential need for policy changes to ensure continued care.