Due to “unacceptable inaccuracies” in their directories, Blue Shield was hit with a fine of $350,000 and Anthem $250,000. In addition, Blue Shield had to reimburse $38 million to enrollees “who incurred out of network costs” due to inadequate information about the status of their providers. No wonder doctors were confused when patients asked about the lists…
Overpromising leads to overregulation…which was not “fine” with the carriers
December 9, 2015