Second opinions backfire in Blue Cross surgery program
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Greater New York report that a second-opinion program increased both surgeries and hospital costs after 1,500 patients were reviewed since 1976. Findings, presented at a Manhattan conference, contradict the belief that second opinions reduce unnecessary procedures. Health officials warn potential policy rethinks for federal and private insurers.
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Jeep CJ5 safety dispute over rollover tests
Jeep maker in Toledo Ohio disputed 60 Minutes and Insurance Institute findings that the Jeep CJ5 could roll over in certain turns. The company says the vehicle is safe when driven intelligently and is reviewing the broadcast detailing a J turn and evasive maneuvers that allegedly caused rollovers.
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Puerto Rican group claims bombs at Penn Station
An anonymous caller said the Puerto Rican Armed Resistance carried out two pipe bomb explosions at Pennsylvania Station, driving travelers into the cold and suspending service for two hours. No injuries were reported as 1,000 travelers were evacuated. the blasts occurred ten minutes apart near the main waiting area.
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Navy carrier returns home after 251 days at sea
In Norfolk the eight month mission ends as the three ship Indian Ocean Battle Group arrives. Eisenhower Virginia and South Carolina dock amid planned official greetings by Edward Hidalgo and Adm. Harry Train. Sailors had been away 251 days due to Iran Iran crisis and port-call cancellations.
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