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
Beginning on the front page of the Jan. 15, 1996 issue, "The Uncrowned Champion," by Todd Narson, DC, CCSP, there is an editing error of gender and relationship. Corey Narson, DC, who along with Dr. Todd Narson treated boxer Lamar "Cochise" Murphy, is referred to throughout the article as Dr. Todd Narson's brother, when in fact Corey is Todd's wife! This is quite embarrassing and the editor(s) responsible has been slapped around. To Drs. Corey and Todd Narson, please accept our apologies.