Denver-based AdventHealth Porter was ordered to pay a spine surgery patient almost $3.2 million after he accused employees of dropping him after surgery, the Denver Post reported July 21. The 82-year-old man filed his lawsuit in Denver District Court, alleging…
Author: Carly Behm
Although more spine and orthopedic procedures are shifting to outpatient settings, some cases have faced roadblocks with migration. Spine and orthopedic surgeons discuss the outpatient procedures that they’re struggling with the most from payers. Note: Responses were lightly edited for…
CMS’ proposal to bring 285 mostly musculoskeletal codes off the inpatient only list provides new opportunities for physicians and patients, orthopedic surgeon Wael Barsoum, MD, said. Dr. Barsoum, president & chief transformation officer at Healthcare Outcomes Performance Co., spoke with…
Miami-based Nicklaus Children’s Hospital added an EOSedge imaging system for spine and orthopedic patients, according to a July 22 news release. The EOSedge system creates full-body 3D images in a standing position for patients and provides precise measurements of anatomical…
SurGenTec earned additional FDA clearance for its OsteoFlo HydroFiber, according to a July 22 news release. The new 510(k) clearance adds indications for use as a bone void filler for the treatment of tumors, cysts, trauma, and osteomyelitis. “Treating tumors…
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Centinel Spine’s prodisc revenue reached nearly $33 million in the second quarter, the company said July 22. Five things to know: 1. Prodisc sales reached a record high in the second quarter and represents a 47% increase year over year,…
Johnson & Johnson is partnering with Pacira BioSciences for osteoarthritis of the knee, according to a July 22 news release. The agreement adds Zilretta, an injectable osteoarthritis treatment, to Johnson & Johnson’s portfolio. The companies will also participate in shared…
TriState Health in Clarkston, Wash., plans to open TriState Orthopedics on its main hospital campus later in 2025, according to a July 21 news release. Orthopedic surgeon Bryan Beardsley, MD, will work at the clinic, which will have a full…
David Altchek, MD, co-chief emeritus of sports medicine and shoulder service at New York City-based Hospital for Special Surgery, is remembered for the impact of his mentorship among HSS physicians and leaders today. Dr. Altchek died July 17 at age…
CMS proposed removing 285 mostly musculoskeletal procedure codes from the inpatient-only list over three years, a move spine surgeon Christian Zimmerman, MD, is watching. Dr. Zimmerman, of St. Alphonsus Medical Group and SAHS Neuroscience Institute in Boise, Idaho, shared his…