Following the death of Brian Thompson, CEO of UnitedHealthcare, many questions are being asked about the legacy he left behind. Thompson was shot and killed outside a Manhattan hotel in what police have described as a “targeted attack.” While his death is a tragedy, it has also reopened conversations about the failures of the healthcare system he helped lead.
As the investigation into Brian Thompson’s tragic death continues, his final LinkedIn post has sparked widespread debate, highlighting frustrations with the healthcare industry. A tweet by @GayBearRes shared screenshots of comments on the post, drawing significant public attention.
His final LinkedIn post. The responses are, well…oof
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— GBR, LLC (@GayBearRes) December 6, 2024
In his post, Thompson talked about efforts to make healthcare more affordable, such as lowering the cost of prescription drugs. However, many people did not agree with his message. Instead, they shared their frustrations about UnitedHealth Group’s policies and actions. One person, Jessica Grennan, works as a campaign director for reproductive health. She left a comment that was both sharp and sarcastic: “You are doing a great job cutting your costs. Not having a single anesthesiologist in network in the entire state of Montana is a great policy to save you money.” Her comment shows how difficult it can be for people when important healthcare services are not available or covered by insurance.
— GBR, LLC (@GayBearRes) December 6, 2024
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Another commenter, Cale Ferland, shared his pain and frustration. He said, “Hey Brian. I just spent an hour on the phone battling to get general information for my wife with stage 4 cancer. She’s a 45-year-old mother of 4… I’d love to share my experience with you.” His words show the emotional stress people face when trying to deal with insurance during serious health issues.
Andrea Huspeni, a business founder and CEO, also shared her struggles. She said there were delays in getting her mother the medical care she needed. “You continue to delay any decision-making and authorizations which is compromising her health even more. If she doesn’t get back to her baseline, UnitedHealth Group is partially responsible,” Andrea wrote.
These comments reflect how unhappy many people are with UnitedHealth Group. They show that people feel the company’s leadership didn’t understand the real problems regular people face with healthcare. Some even accused the company of focusing more on making money than helping patients. They said it often denies claims and makes it difficult for people to get the care they need. Beatrice Siaw, who works in clinical trials, had harsh words for Thompson’s post. She called it “hypocrisy at its finest” and said the company refuses to help people who truly need support. Another person was even more blunt, saying, “The only thing this company is good for is screwing their customers.”
These reactions show the frustration many Americans feel about healthcare. It is not just about money but also about access to care. People feel that big companies like UnitedHealth are not doing enough to help those in need.
Thompson’s death will have a big impact on UnitedHealth Group and the entire healthcare industry. It is not yet clear why he was targeted, but the strong reactions from the public about the company’s policies cannot be ignored. Many people have shared stories of frustration with the healthcare system, especially about the challenges of getting the care they need.
This tragedy also raises serious concerns about the safety of public figures, especially those working in industries like healthcare, which face high levels of criticism. The New York Police Department is continuing its investigation and asking anyone with helpful information to come forward.
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