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.
A Gift with a Challenge: NICR Fund Raising Approaches Goal
In the November 6, 1992 issue of "DC," we reported that Dr. William Harris, president and founder of the Foundation for the Advancement of Chiropractic Education (FACE), had donated $100,000 to the National Institute of Chiropractic Research (NICR) for research under way at Arizona State University.
Dr. Harris pledged that if the NICR could raise $100,000 by January 15, 1993, that FACE would give an additional $100,000 to the NICR.
As of December 10, 1992, the NICR has raised $75,000, as depicted on the barometer graph below.

Contributions may be sent to:
National Institute of Chiropractic Research
115 South Royal St., Suite A-52
Alexandria, VA 22314