Texas Attorney General Investigates Military Healthcare Contractor Over Denied Claims

Why it matters locally: While the investigation is centered in Texas, military families across Michigan could be impacted if the unnamed contractor operates nationally and has denied claims for service members or veterans residing in the state.

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AUSTIN, Texas -- Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton initiated an investigation into a prominent military healthcare contractor. The investigation centers on allegations that the contractor wrongfully denied medical claims. Paxton's office did not name the specific contractor under investigation. The office stated the inquiry concerns claims made by military families. Officials are examining whether the contractor improperly withheld medical care from beneficiaries.