Blue Cross Blue Shield to Distribute $2.67 Billion Settlement Payments
Blue Cross Blue Shield has reached a $2.67 billion settlement in a class-action lawsuit alleging antitrust violations, with payments expected to begin in May 2026. The settlement, which involves over 30 affiliated companies, resolves claims that the company stifled competition and caused rising insurance premiums. Eligible claimants who filed before November 2021 may receive payments, though some will not get amounts below $5.
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