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.
Kim Peirano, DACM, LAc
Dr. Kim Peirano practices in San Rafael, Calif. She is an author, speaker, intuitive healer and educator; and the founder of the Integrative Healing Institute, offering CEU courses in the field of spirit-mind-body medicine.