Montana Physicians' Alliance Settles Federal Antitrust Charges

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Two Montana physician groups have agreed to settle federal antitrust charges, agreeing to stop negotiating with third-party payers and fixing fees for services, in an effort to increase competition and lower healthcare costs for patients.

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