Texas Children's Hospital to Launch First Detransition Clinic as Part of Settlement

Texas Children's Hospital will establish the first 'detransition clinic' in the U.S. to reverse gender-affirming treatments for transgender youth. This decision is part of a settlement regarding an investigation by the Texas Attorney General and the U.S. Justice Department, which includes firing five doctors and a $10 million fine.

In a landmark move, Texas Children's Hospital has announced plans to open the nation's first detransition clinic. The clinic's establishment is a consequence of an investigation by the Texas Attorney General and the U.S. Justice Department into unauthorized billing for gender-affirming treatments.

The investigation centered on the hospital's practices of billing the Texas Medicaid program for gender-affirming treatments, which was deemed illegal under state law. As part of the settlement, the hospital will not only open the clinic but will also dismiss five doctors involved in performing these procedures.

Furthermore, the hospital has agreed to pay a $10 million settlement to resolve allegations related to the billing of state funds. This development marks a significant shift in healthcare practices for transgender youth within the state.