Legal Opinion
David R. Rodriguez v. Pacificare of Texas, Inc., Michael Heistand, M.D.
Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit
Decided January 12, 1993No. 91-5571PublishedCited by 157 opinions
1Opinion of the Court
DUHÉ, Circuit Judge:
David Rodriguez (“Rodriguez”) appeals from a summary judgment entered against him and his two minor children on their claims against Pacificare of Texas, Inc. (“Pacificare”), and Dr. Michael Heistand (“Heistand”). These claims stem from Pa-cificare’s refusal to reimburse Rodriguez for medical expenses he incurred. Finding no reversible error, we affirm.
Background and Procedural History
Rodriguez’s employer provided health insurance benefits to its employees through Pacificare, a health maintenance organization (HMO). After being involved in an automobile accident, Rodriguez…
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