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.
North Carolina Researches Feasibility of New Chiropractic College
The Legislative Research Commission (LRC) of the state of North Carolina has created a Chiropractic College Study Committee within the LRC's Health and Human Resources Study Grouping. The LRC has allocated $25,000 to the College Study Committee to investigate the need and feasibility of establishing a chiropractic college in North Carolina.
If it is decided that a chiropractic college is needed and its establishment is feasible, the best method(s) of accomplishing that end, including most economical and advantageous placement of such a college within the University of North Carolina, will be investigated.
The committee has agreed to use consultant services in its study, and will report its findings and recommendations to the LRC no later than January 6th.