Author: Staff

The volume of cervical disc replacements grew steadily for nearly a decade, but have leveled off in the last few years, according to a study published in the journal Spine.

Off-label use of bone morphogenic protein for spinal fusions has been widespread for years and could expose surgeons to malpractice allegations. But how often do those allegations lead to plaintiff wins?

The average orthopedic spine surgeon salary nationwide is $844,422, according to the 2022 Medical Group Management Association Compensation & Production Report.

The last week in healthcare has been busy with big transactions, and one deal possibly stymied by the Federal Trade Commission.

Being an orthopedic surgeon is far from easy — the job is filled with tough calls and hard truths. 

The top executives at large orthopedic and spine device companies received millions of dollars in total compensation for the 2022 fiscal year, according to reports filed with the U.S. Securities & Exchange Commission.

Hospital charges for elective total cervical disc replacement increased significantly from 2009 to 2019, Medicare reimbursement hasn't kept up, according to a study published in the November 2023 issue of the Journal of Neurosurgery.

Here are three spine and orthopedic CEO moves Becker's has reported on since Oct. 13: 

Here are seven healthcare facilities that have added orthopedic robots that Becker's has reported on since Oct. 23:

Here are five surgeons receiving recognition that Becker's has reported on since Oct. 19: