Brazil: Health plan lawsuits outpace SUS filings for first time

New CNJ data shows 181,000 lawsuits against private health plans filed by June 2026, surpassing 164,000 against the public SUS system—a 10.4% gap. This marks a structural shift in Brazil's health litigation, signaling rising consumer disputes with private insurers. The trend may pressure regulators and insurers to adjust coverage policies.