Eating Disorders Coalition for Research, Policy and Action member, Kitty Westin discusses insurance parity at the House Ways and Means Sub-committee hearing, 3-27-07.
Westin describes the "window of opportunity" many people with mental health issues have in seeking treatment, and that beds must be available for aggressive treatment. Westin lost her own daughter to anorexia while waiting for her insurance company to grant their financial needs. (0:55)
March 28, 2007
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