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Spectrum Spine earned FDA 510(k) clearance for its family of lumbar cage implants, according to a July 22 news release. The implants use BioBraille surface treatment on the bone contact areas and inside the graft window. They’re designed for spinal…

Nicholas Lemme, MD, will join the sports medicine team at Providence, R.I.-based University Orthopedics, according to a July 22 news release shared with Becker’s. Returning to his native Rhode Island from a sports medicine fellowship at Rush University Medical Center…

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…

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…

Houston is the best-paying city for orthopedic surgeons with one to seven years of experience, according to Medscape’s salary explorer.  Here are the 10 best-paying cities for orthopedic surgeons with one to seven years of experience in any practice setting: