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The American Medical Association changed the language in the Category I CPT codes for vertebroplasty effective January 1, 2015. The update added sacral and cervical to the applicable vertebroplasty code descriptors and included changes to the code numbers and bundled…

Sacral insufficiency fractures are an often under diagnosed condition in the elderly population, typically presenting with severe low back pain resulting in immobility. The diagnosis can be complicated by the fact that radiographic assessment of the sacrum is difficult and…

Treating back pain and other spinal conditions can cost more than $200 billion annually in the United States, with $90 billion in direct costs. There are several factors contributing to the ever-increasing cost of care, including hospital costs, device costs,…

K. Linnea Welton, MD, of the University of Michigan in Ann Arbor led a study about how patients understood spine surgeons' compensation, according to DoctorsLounge.

American Osteopathic Academy of Orthopedics named George Zimmerman, MD, president of the organization, according Ledger-Enquirer.

Said Osman, MD, of Frederick, Md.-based American Spine, performed the first endoscope lamino-foraminoplasty surgery with decompression of the nerve root.

Aurora Spine released its third quarter financial results ending on Sept. 30, 2015, according to Article Basis.

Zacks upgraded CONMED's shares to a 'hold' rating on Nov. 19, according to Dakota Financial News.

Mobelife will collaborate with Exactech Australia to bring the company's custom orthopedic implants to the Australian market.

A recent Iowa Department of Health survey found Iowa is among the top 10 states with adults in excellent of good health, according to KMA Land.