In a landmark development, Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS) has reached a $2.8 billion settlement to resolve antitrust claims brought by health care providers, including chiropractors. The lawsuit accused BCBS of dividing the nation into exclusive regions and limiting competition, which resulted in lower reimbursements for providers. Although BCBS denies any wrongdoing, the company agreed to the settlement to avoid lengthy litigation – and you can get a piece of the pie.
Two More Awards for ChiroWeb
In February, ChiroWeb was the recipient of two website awards, bringing the number of honors the site has won to 13 and further establishing ChiroWeb as a trusted source of news and information.
On February 26, the International Association of Web Masters and Designers (IAWMD) reviewed ChiroWeb and gave the site a "Golden Web" award. The IAWMD consists of professional webmasters; designers; programmers; graphic artists; and other internet-related professionals from more than 120 nations. ChiroWeb received the award because of its navigability, ease of use, and professional appearance.
On February 27, a page on the eating habits of teenagers (http://www.chiroweb.com/find/archives/pediatrics/other/chips.html) won the "LightSpan StudyWeb" award because of its educational content. StudyWeb is considered one of the internet's premier educational resources for teachers and students. The organization has reviewed websites since 1996, with the goal of having "only the finest sites" included in its listing of educational links.
ChiroWeb is constantly undergoing upgrades and revisions to provide the best service possible to chiropractic practitioners, patients and consumers. Be sure to visit www.ChiroWeb.com for the latest news, research, and important issues affecting the profession.