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.
Chiropractic Association of Arizona Presents 1990 Awards
The Chiropractic Association of Arizona (CAA) held their annual convention July 4-7 at Lowe's Ventana Canyon Resort in Tuscon, Arizona. During the convention, awards were presented for excellence in the field of chiropractic to their members. The recipients are as follows:
Chiropractor of the Year
Dr. Robert Dahl
Fred Fricke Award -- for continuous service and personal effort to the chiropractic profession in Arizona
Dr. Terry Peterson