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.
K. Jeffrey Miller, DC, MBA
K. Jeffrey Miller, DC, MBA, is an assistant professor of chiropractic at the Missouri Orthopedic Institute, a branch of the University of Missouri Health System. He is also the author of Practical Assessment of the Chiropractic Patient, Orthopedic and Neurological Examination in a Flash, Chiropractic Medicare Documentation Self-Inventory and several other clinical texts. A graduate of Palmer College of Chiropractic with more than 25 years of practice experience, Dr. Miller also holds a master's in business administration with an emphasis in health care management.