Blue Cross Blue Shield Lacks Public Control Over Directors
The article argues that monthly payments fund non profit BCBS plans, yet consumers lack a voice in director selection. It notes about 30 percent rate increases amid a 12.2 percent cost of living rise, with full family coverage costing 50 to 65 dollars monthly. BCBS acts as agents for $15 billion in federal health funds and may influence any national health insurance program.
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Blue Cross and Blue Shield Boards Shaped by Doctors and Officials
An Associated Press review of 36 Blue Cross and Blue Shield plans shows boards dominated by doctors hospital officials and insiders with subscribers lacking electoral voice. Costs rose while boards self perpetuate and public members are often chosen by incumbents.
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Burger urges state courts to enforce ethics by chief justices
Chief Justice Warren Burger urged state supreme courts to lead in enforcing ethical standards in the legal profession. He warned of widespread lax regulation of lawyers and noted studies showing reluctance by state high courts to take on this duty, calling for action from the highest court in each state.
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