1. Dr. Dan Resnick: 5 Points on the NASS Spine Registry.        

2. Biomet Spine Sales Drop 3% in 3Q.

3. 35 Statistics on America's Payor Mix.          

5. Early Registration Discounts End May 1--10th Annual Orthopedic, Spine and Pain Management-Driven ASC Conference: Improving Profitability and Business and Legal Issues (June 14-16, Chicago). Receive guidance on improving the profitability of your ASC with specialties in spine, orthopedics and pain management. To learn more and register, click here.      

6. 20 Spine Surgeons Directing Fellowship Programs.   

4. Spine Surgeons: How can spine surgeons build a positive relationship with local hospitals?

Dr. Paul Slosar (Calif.): I have found that simply dropping in and casually discussing issues on a weekly basis with administrators sets the stage for a friendly and cooperative relationship. 

Dr. Michael Gleiber (Fla.): Affability, availability and lastly ability to make one fairly well known in a short period of time. 

Dr. Khaward Siddique (Calif.): Work from the bottom up. 

For full answers and next week's question, 

6. Synthes & Generic Implant Company CEO Trade Lawsuits.    

7. Dr. Samuel Bederman Performs Robotic Surgery on Cervical Spine.

8. CMS Names First 27 Medicare ACOs.  

9. 5 Ways Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery Can Increase Profitability.   

10. 7 Steps for Keeping Physicians On Time at ASCs.