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.
New CCF Institutional Member
Southern California College of Chiropractic (SCCC) has joined the CCF as an institutional member.
Dr. William F. Holmberg, CCF president, credited the college liaison program in coordinating CCF efforts with the colleges. "We urge the colleges to get as involved as they can with promoting the Grand Celebration. We are also encouraging all colleges to dedicate their 1995 homecomings to the centennial celebrations."
Centennial Sales Catalogue
A Centennial Foundation sales catalogue scheduled for June 1994 distribution was announced by Rick Flaherty. "The sales catalogue will contain different specialty items commemorating the Grand Celebration," said Mr. Flaherty. "Revenue will be used to support the Celebration."
Audio Tapes: Pioneers of Chiropractic
A series of audio cassette tapes of inspirational speakers in the chiropractic profession is close to completion.
"The tapes contain inspirational talks from modern pioneers in chiropractic to the forefathers of the profession," said Dr. Gary Street, member of the media project subcommittee headed by Dr. Guy Riekeman. "They are a very special limited edition collector's item we wanted to offer in honor of the chiropractic centennial."