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.
Correction
The August 6, 2000 graph "Death by NSAIDs" incorrectly stated that acetaminophen is classified as a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug. While acetaminophen has been linked to liver damage and kidney failure, it lacks anti-inflammatory activity and is not classified as an NSAID. We apologize for any misunderstanding this may have caused.