Aicardi Families in the News – Emmy Lazoen

This NBC News feature follows the Lazoen family, whose daughter lives with Aicardi syndrome — a rare neurological disorder. Despite her urgent medical needs, nearly every insurance claim gets contested, leaving the family to shoulder thousands in monthly costs. The story highlights the struggles many families face trying to get coverage for essential care.

NBC News story: Toddler’s medical costs and insurance denials
Struggling with insurance: A toddler’s $3,000 monthly medical burden
Despite urgent medical needs, the family says nearly every claim gets contested.
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