Pain in the arse news

HARTFORD, Conn. -- A group of doctors from New Jersey is opposing a plan by Aetna Inc. to drop coverage of a type of anesthesia used during colonoscopies.

Gastroenterologists and other doctors say patients anxious about colorectal screening may balk unless they are assured that their insurance coverage includes the cost of anesthesiologists who administer propofol, an anesthesia the doctors say is effective and comfortable.

Docs oppose Aetna plan on colonoscopies - 02/04/2008 - MiamiHerald.com