If you’ve ever tried to find a therapist who takes your insurance and failed -- you're not alone.

Many in-network providers are bailing on insurance companies, and it’s affecting access to care.

A new investigation from ProPublica surveyed over 500 therapists nationwide – compiling their answers in a new investigation called “Why I left the network”. 

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Guests:


Annie Waldman, a reporter at ProPublica covering health care
Canh Tran, a clinical social worker & therapist in Seattle
Dr. Chuck Benincasa, a psychologist working in a group practice in Everett  

Relevant Links:
Why I Left the Network - ProPublica
New Biden Administration Rules Aim to Hold Insurers Accountable for Mental Health Care Coverage - ProPublica
What Mental Health Care Protections Exist in Your State? - ProPublica

If you’ve ever tried to find a therapist who takes your insurance and failed -- you're not alone.
Many in-network providers are bailing on insurance companies, and it’s affecting access to care.
A new investigation from ProPublica surveyed over 500 therapists nationwide – compiling their answers in a new investigation called “Why I left the network”. 
Thank you to the supporters of KUOW, you help make this show possible! If you want to help out, go to <a href="http://kuow.org/donate/soundsidenotes">kuow.org/donate/soundsidenotes</a>
Soundside is a production of KUOW in Seattle, a proud member of the NPR Network. 
Guests:
<ul>
<li>
Annie Waldman, a reporter at ProPublica covering health care
</li>
<li>Canh Tran, a clinical social worker &amp; therapist in Seattle</li>
<li>Dr. Chuck Benincasa, a psychologist working in a group practice in Everett  </li>
</ul>
Relevant Links:
<ul>
<li><a href="https://projects.propublica.org/why-i-left-the-network/">Why I Left the Network</a> - ProPublica</li>
<li><a href="https://www.propublica.org/article/biden-administration-strengthens-mental-health-care-protections">New Biden Administration Rules Aim to Hold Insurers Accountable for Mental Health Care Coverage</a> - ProPublica</li>
<li><a href="https://www.propublica.org/article/mental-health-wiltn-states">What Mental Health Care Protections Exist in Your State?</a> - ProPublica</li>
</ul>

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