Long Covid sufferers facing insurance claim denials via mental health exclusions

RNZOtago Daily TimesWednesday 28 October 2026 · 2 outlets · 2 reports · updated New
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Insurance lawyer Tim Gunn says people with Long Covid are increasingly having claims rejected due to mental health exclusions. The 2024-25 National Health Survey reported that over 400,000 people have experienced symptoms lasting more than 12 weeks after infection.

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First reported by RNZ, Wed 28 Oct, 11:21am · 2 reports from 2 outlets over 76 minutes
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    Long Covid sufferers being denied insurance over 'mental health' exclusions - lawyer (opens in new tab)

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