Controversies
Controversies tied to this brand in public sources. A listing is not a finding of fault.
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2014
Same-sex family coverage controversy
Highmark faced criticism after a same-sex couple challenged its refusal to provide family coverage under the Affordable Care Act. The company later reversed the policy.
2010
Dispute with the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center
Highmark’s expansion into hospital ownership contributed to a prolonged conflict with UPMC, which also operated insurance businesses. The dispute involved provider contracts, patient access, reimbursement, and allegations concerning the billing of cancer drugs. Arbitration ultimately ordered Highmark to pay UPMC $188 million.