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July 2007
New York attorney general asks to stop doctor rankings
New York Attorney General Andrew Cuomo has asked UnitedHealthcare to stop doctor rankings.
Cuomo sent a letter to UnitedHealthcare to cease the implementation of a program designed to rank doctors according to quality and cost effectiveness. According to the New York State Chiropractic Association, Cuomo is prepared to seek an injunction if UnitedHealthcare fails to comply with the request.
To read Cuomo’s letter, visit www.oag.state.ny.us. The July 13 letter can be found in the press release section.
Source: New York State Chiropractic Association, www.nysca.com
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