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.
Anthony Hamm, DC, FACO, DABFP
Dr. Anthony Hamm is in private practice in Goldsboro, N.C. In 2011, he was elected co-chair of the AMA's Health Care Professionals Advisory Committee Review Board and also sits on the Relative Value Scale Update Committee, which helps determine annual Medicare reimbursement rates.