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.
Will Evans, DC, PhD, MCHES, CWP
Dr. Will Evans is the associate provost of the University of Western States. A graduate of Logan College, he also holds a master's degree in health studies and a doctorate degree in health education and health promotion with a concentration in epidemiology. Before joining Western States, Dr. Evans previously served in a variety of high-level educational roles including director of research at the Center for Health Promotion and Human Performance, Texas Chiropractic College; director of wellness initiatives at Parker University; and dean of graduate studies and director of the health promotion degree at Cleveland College of Chiropractic.