Here are eight statistics on orthopedic surgeon participation in alternative payment models in 2012 and 2013, according to Medscape’s Orthopedist and Orthopedic Surgeon Compensation Report: 2012 Results and Orthopedist Compensation Report: 2013.
2012
• Concierge practice: 1 percent
• Cash-only: 1 percent
• Accountable Care Organization participation: 2 percent
• Planning to join an ACO within a year: 5 percent
2013
• Concierge practice: 2 percent
• Cash-only: 2 percent
• Accountable Care Organization participation: 9 percent
• Planning to join an ACO within a year: 13 percent
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