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News & Analysis
Oct. 26, 2010

1.  AAOS Explains Vertebroplasty Guideline.   

 
2. 
5 Key Strategies for National Expansion of Orthopedic and Spine Practices.


3. 10 Spine Physician Leaders.
 

4. Becker's Orthopedic & Spine Review is currently compiling its annual list of 50 of the Best Spine Surgeons in America. If you would like to suggest a spine surgeon for consideration, please contact Scott Becker at sbecker@mcguirewoods.com or Laura Miller at laura@beckersasc.com.


5. Medtronic Receives FDA 510(k) Clearance for Kyphon Xpander II. 


6. Alphatec Spine Signs Agreement With Merlot OrthopediX for Spine Surgery Technology.


7. Study: Explain Spine Surgery Prognosis With Radiological Findings for Best Patient Response.


8. 6 Ways to Avoid Denied Claims for Spine Procedures.


9.
Kentucky's Norton Healthcare Pavilion Opens New Spine Center.  

 

10. Texas' North American Spine Partners With University General Hospital.



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