Today's Top 20 Stories
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How orthopedic consolidation is faring in the Midwest
The Midwest has been a region that has drawn some attention from larger orthopedic groups in recent years. -
The pros, cons of practicing in a state that bans noncompetes
There are pros and cons to practicing orthopedic and spine care in every state, from economic disparities to regulatory challenges and more. -
OrthoSC adds interventional spine physician
Interventional spine physician Ryan Mathern, MD, will join OrthoSC in Myrtle Beach, S.C., Aug. 7.
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Sampson Regional Medical Center to open orthopedic clinic
Clinton, N.C.-based Sampson Regional Medical Center plans to open a new orthopedic clinic in the fall, according to a June 14 report from The Sampson Independent. -
Ballad Health, East Tennessee State University form sports medicine partnership
Ballad Health and East Tennessee State University, both based in Johnson City, have announced a new sports medicine partnership, according to a June 13 report from WJHL. -
OSS Health opens 8th orthopedic location
York, Pa.-based OSS Health has opened its eighth location in Hampden Township, Pa., according to a June 14 report from Penn Live. -
EmergeOrtho, North Carolina Courage partner
The North Carolina Courage women's soccer team partnered with Durham, N.C.-based EmergeOrtho, the team said June 14.
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2 prior authorization updates for spine surgeons
Spine surgeons have been advocating for legislation to improve prior authorization processes. Here are two developments from this year to know: -
CMS' proposed spine bundle model needs more work, surgeons say
CMS' proposed model, called the Transforming Episode Accountability Model, would bundle payments for spinal fusions and other select procedures to acute care hospitals. However, some spine surgeons feel it needs to be better developed. -
The best, worst parts about practicing orthopedics in 7 states
West Virginia was named the worst state to practice medicine in for 2024 by Medscape, while Wisconsin was named the best. -
Ohio medical center celebrates 100th orthopedic surgery
Orthopedic surgeon Krishna Reddy, MD, has completed his 100th surgery at Seaman, Ohio-based Adams County Regional Medical Center, according to a June 13 report from the People's Defender.
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8 Zimmer Biomet moves in 2024
From new partnerships to FDA approvals, here are eight Zimmer Biomet milestones that have occurred so far in 2024: -
9 medtech executive appointments in 60 days
Here are six medtech companies filing executive roles that Becker's has reported on since April 16: -
7 medtech notes: Medtronic, Zimmer Biomet and more
From new partnerships and product debuts, here are seven key updates from spine and orthopedic medtech companies since June 5. -
Indiana budget committee awards $30M to attract, retain orthopedic talent
The Indiana State Budget Committee has approved $30 million to go toward the orthopedic industry retention initiative to attract and retain orthopedic talent in the area, according to a June 12 report from the Journal Gazette. -
The spine tech Dr. Alex Vaccaro is 'enamored' with
The future of spine surgery lies in navigational technology, Alex Vaccaro, MD, PhD, said. -
Providence Medical Technology's Corus navigation cleared for use with StealthStation
Providence Medical Technology's Corus navigation access system was cleared by the FDA for use with Medtronic's StealthStation system for posterior spinal fusions. -
Orthopedic surgeon joins Bayhealth's board of directors
Dover, Del.-based Bayhealth added Stephen Manifold, MD, to its board of directors, according to a June 13 new release. -
How to build a spine practice: 3 surgeons' advice
Opening a spine practice is a daunting task, but with the right strategies, it can be a rewarding option for physicians. -
Neurosurgeons praise bill that would streamline prior authorizations in Medicare Advantage
The American Association of Neurological Surgeons and Congress of Neurological Surgeons are lauding a bill introduced in Congress that would streamline prior authorizations for Medicare Advantage patients.
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