While orthopedic and spine surgeons do not directly treat patients dealing with respiratory illnesses like COVID-19 and respiratory syncytial virus, as cases continue to surge, some providers, staff members and patients are responding to the uptick, while others take a…
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CMS on Jan. 17 finalized a rule to improve the prior authorization process.
Although spine surgery is trending toward the ASC, there still are some obstacles ahead, Mark Testaiuti, MD, said.
Columbus, Ohio and Indianapolis are the most expensive cities in the U.S. to undergo total disc replacement surgery, according to Healthcare Bluebook, which helps patients shop for affordable care in their area.
Penn Highlands Orthopedics and Sports Medicine added Justin Zenner, DO, to its staff.
Montrose (Colo.) Regional Health added the ExcelsiusGPS and Excelsius3D systems for spine surgery, according to a Jan. 16 announcement in the Montrose Press.
Yonkers, N.Y.-based Saint Joseph's Medical Center has added Southern Westchester Orthopedics and Sports Medicine and its orthopedic surgeons David Lent, MD, and Eric Spencer, MD, to its network, according to a Jan. 15 report from the Bronx Times.
Fort Lauderdale, Fla.-based Nova Ortho and Spine has named Kevin Fitzgerald, MD, as its managing director.
Killeen-based AdventHealth-Central Texas has added a new orthopedic Hana Table, which provides surgeons with more precise positioning and flexibility during hip replacements and other orthopedic procedures, according to a Jan. 12 report from the Killeen Daily Herald.
ClearPoint Neuro earned FDA 510(k) clearance for its SmartFrame OR stereotactic system, according to a Jan. 16 news release.