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.
DCs Are Guests on NY Radio Show "Natural Health Matters"
Natural Health Matters, a radio program on WEOS, 89.7 FM in upstate New York, discusses all topics associated with alternative health care, Sunday nights at 8:00.
The host and WEOS station manager Michael Black, an Emmy award- winning television editor and winner of multiple radio awards, emphasizes an in-depth look at alternative health care subjects, including chiropractic care.
Recent guests have included the following New York Chiropractic College (NYCC) faculty members speaking on a variety of topics:
- Andrew Saul, MS, ND -- naturopathy
- Judy Silvestrone, DC -- geriatric care
- David Herd, DC -- back pain
- Mark Feldman, DC -- chiropractic pediatrics
- Robert Story, DC -- acupunture/meridian therapy
- John Gantner, DC -- back pain and natural health care
- John Ventura, DC -- stress and stress management
Other guests have included:
- Jack Barnathan, DC -- fitness and health care reform
- Ingeborg Ibold, DC -- FDA regulations on vitamins and supplements
- Michael Glass, MD -- homeopathy