A class-action lawsuit against U.S. Anesthesia Partners’ that alleges the organization monopolized anesthesia services in Texas has expanded to include patients who received care in ASC settings. Up to this point, the case has focused on alleged antitrust violations in connection with anesthesia care provided in hospital settings. The new class representative’s claim is based on USAP overcharging for anesthesia services, according to a Feb. 12 news release from litigation firm Gibbs & Bruns. The amended complaint also now includes patients who paid for anesthesia services provided by USAP anywhere in Texas.
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Source: https://www.beckersasc.com/anesthesia/lawsuit-against-us-anesthesia-partners-expands-class-to-ascs/