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.
William Esteb
Bill Esteb is a chiropractic advocate and new-patient marketing specialist with more than three decades of experience in the profession. He is the co-founder of Perfect Patients (www.perfectpatients.com) and the author of 11 books that explore the doctor-patient relationship from the patient's point of view."