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.
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Dr. Claire Johnson: Clinical Compass Person of the Year
Claire Johnson, DC, MSEd, PhD, is the recipient of the Clinical Compass Person of the Year award. According to the Compass, which is powered by the Congress on Chiropractic Guidelines and Practice Parameters (CCGPP), the award "is bestowed upon individuals who demonstrate exemplary service to the chiropractic profession, the Clinical Compass, and evidence-based practice."
"It is our honor to recognize Claire Johnson, DC, MSEd, PhD for the Clinical Compass Person of the Year Award," said Dr. Jay Greenstein, Clinical Compass char. "She has worked tirelessly to promote the work of the research performed by Clinical Compass and has engaged our organization in ways that few others could – enthusiasm, creativity, execution, and results. The Clinical Compass is incredibly fortunate to have her as a board member and as a strategic partner. More importantly, the chiropractic profession and the patients we serve are lucky to have Dr. Johnson as a thought leader and role model."
In addition to her role as a Clinical Compass board member, she serves as editor in chief of National University of Health Sciences' scientific journals (including JMPT), and is involved with the American Public Health Association (APHA) and Global Spine Care Initiative (GSCI).