1. 8 Statistics on Pain Management Case Revenue.     

2. Bill Would Prohibit Cash Payments in Kentucky Pain Clinics.    

3. 10 Tips From ASC Administrators on Tough Vendor Negotiations.         

4. Pain Management Coding Update: Perioperative Pain Procedures & Anesthesia Services Can Be Reported Separately.        

5. Pain Management Physicians: Will you or your group participate in an ACO in the future? 

Dr. Laxmaiah Manchikanti (Ky.): It is quite possible; however, it does not appear to be probable. 

Dr. Frank J. E. Falco (Del.): Possibly. 

Dr. Marc E. Lynch (Calif.): Yes. I don't see that we're going to have a whole lot of choice. 

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6. Dr. James Dalfino of Connecticut Disc & Laser Therapy Centers Launches New Laser Pain Treatments.   

7. Conscious Sedation Effective for Ambulatory Spine Procedures.               

8. O'Bleness Memorial Hospital Opens Pain Management Clinic in Ohio.   

9. Colorado Workers' Compensation Division Considers New Pain Management Guidelines.   

10. AHRQ: 5% of Americans Responsible for Half of Healthcare Spending in 2009.