The prices are derived from reimbursement rates negotiated with individual providers, according to the report. Thus, prices included in the database can vary widely.
A BCBSNC spokesperson said the goal of the database is to highlight low-cost, high-quality providers and drive down prices on the other end of the spectrum, according to the report.
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