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 Member of Northwestern Health Sciences University Board of Trustees
Northwestern Health Sciences University announced that it recently appointed Brent Wilde, chief executive officer of Kidney Specialists of Minnesota, to its Board of Trustees. Kidney Specialists of Minnesota is the largest nephrology practice in the Twin Cities and surrounding communities.
Previously, Wilde was senior vice president and chief financial officer of University of Minnesota Physicians. He has also held executive positions at Emergency Physicians, PA; NovoLogix; Fairview Health Services and PreferredOne Management Company.
Wilde holds a Master of Business Administration in new venture management / entrepreneurship from the University of St. Thomas. He is highly skilled in strategic and financial planning, creating high-performing teams, and process improvement.
Source: Northwestern Health Sciences University