health
May 7, 2026
This was the ordeal of Michael Melendez, who died waiting for authorization from Nueva EPS
After remaining in critical condition for 10 days and amid accusations of alleged administrative negligence against Nueva EPS, Michael Melendez died...
TL;DR
- Michael Melendez, 24, died after 10 days in critical condition.
- He required urgent brain surgery due to a severe hypertensive crisis leading to a cerebral hemorrhage.
- His family claims Nueva EPS delayed the necessary authorization and faced administrative confusion with Mutual Ser.
- Local health officials blame Nueva EPS and the National Health Superintendence for the death.
- The family plans to sue Nueva EPS and Clínica del Porvenir for violation of the right to health.
- A protest is planned during his funeral demanding changes in the Colombian health system.