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.
3 VERTICAL BAR GRAPHS WITH CONSTANT BLUE/RED COLORS
3 VERTICAL BAR GRAPHS WITH CONSTANT BLUE/RED COLORS
Treatment was Helpful:
Chiropractic Patients -- 99%
Medical Patients -- 80%
Satisfied with Care:
Chiropractic Patients -- 96%
Medical Patients -- 84%
Likely to Seek Care from Another Provider:
Chiropractic Patients -- 14%
Medical Patients -- 27%
SOURCE: Carey CS, et al. Acute severe low back pain. Spine, 21:339-344, 1996.
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