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.
Practice Growth and Management Forum Added to ChiroWeb
ChiroWeb has added the "Practice and Management Forum" to the growing list of "DCs only" forums. The Practice and Management Forum serves several purposes:
- It's a private forum where you can discuss topics such as billing, office management issues, marketing, successful practice ideas, general business procedures and other subjects related to the growth, management and success of a chiropractic practice.
- It's intended to foster more communication and create new relationships between doctors of chiropractic. DCs new to practice can get advice from the veterans on developing and maintaining a practice. It's also a place where experienced DCs can pick up some new ideas from those in the "trenches."
To access the Practice Growth and Management Forum, click the "Discussion Forums" button on the front page of ChiroWeb.com, then select "DCs Only Forum." You must be a registered user to access the forum. If you have not registered, or if you have questions about the new forum, please contact the forum webmaster (ubbadmin@dcmedia.com) for more information.