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.
Dr. Keating -- on the America Online Hotseat
On August 18, at 9 p.m. (6 p.m. Pacific time), the topic of the Chiropractic Professional Networking Chat on America Online will be, "Using Unproven Methods vs. Making Unsubstantiated Claims," featuring the often controversial Joseph C. Keating Jr., PhD.
The chat will be co-facilitated by DCs Bob Dubin and David Brady, who can be reached at:
DrDubin@aol.com
DBrady@aol.com
The Chiropractic Professional Networking Chat on AOL is a regular Sunday evenings feature (9 p.m. Eastern) in the Better Health and Medical Network Conference Room.
To get there:
Keyword: Better Health
Click on: "Health & Medical Chat" icon