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.
Haran Sivapalan, MBBS, MA (Cantab), MSc
Haran Sivapalan is a qualified medical practitioner with an interest in science communication and behavioral genetics. He is part of the scientific team at FitnessGenes, a direct-to-consumer genomics company that creates personalized diet and workout plans for clients.