Court Rules Against Discrimination in Transgender Health Care in NC and WV

A federal appeals court has upheld the rights of transgender individuals to access medically necessary treatments under state health plans.

The 4th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals ruled that North Carolina and West Virginia violated federal law by denying coverage for gender-affirming treatments.
Both states plan to appeal the decision to the U.S. Supreme Court, challenging the ruling's interpretation of discrimination.
The court's decision could influence similar cases in other states within the 4th Circuit, including South Carolina, Virginia, and Maryland.
Evidence presented in court highlighted that the cost of providing gender-affirming care is minimal and supported by major medical associations.
The ruling was celebrated by advocates, emphasizing the importance of accessible health care for transgender individuals' mental and physical health.