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Amid federal pressure, more hospitals stop gender-affirming care for minors

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  • Theresa Gaffney

  • February 5, 2026

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    At least nine hospitals have stopped providing gender-affirming treatments for minors due to proposed federal regulations.

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    Over 40 hospitals nationwide have paused or ceased gender-affirming care since early 2025 amid increased federal pressure.

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    Major medical organizations historically recommend case-by-case surgeries for transgender minors, but few have performed them.

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    Proposed CMS rules could tie Medicare and Medicaid participation to a commitment not to provide gender-affirming treatments.

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    Young transgender patients face reduced access to medical care as hospitals respond to federal regulations and investigations.

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Amid federal pressure, more hospitals stop gender-affirming care for minors

  • by Theresa Gaffney

  • February 5, 2026

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