Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield has decided not to move forward with a controversial policy to cap anesthesia reimbursements based on surgical durations, a reversal following public uproar after the assassination of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson. The insurer faced significant pushback, particularly from the American Society of Anesthesiologists, and accusations of inadequate patient care. In response to the backlash and political intervention from New York and Connecticut officials, Anthem clarified their commitment to covering medically necessary anesthesia services.