J&J layoffs, prior auth relief, a looming orthopedic shortage and May’s biggest practice deals.
June 1, 2026

1. Johnson & Johnson eliminating 56 positions ahead of orthopedic sale Full story

2. Orthopedics faces 12% shortage by 2038 Full story

3. State legislation is changing the way providers receive insurance reimbursements. While ‘no-fee’ solutions sound great, costs are hiding in manual processes. Register to learn more here.

 

4. UnitedHealthcare drops some prior auth requirements for orthopedic services Full story

5. Federal IDR fee drops from $115 to $15: 6 things spine and orthopedic leaders should know Full story

6. 240+ speakers. 750+ ASC and MD leaders. 3 days in Chicago. Becker’s 23rd Annual Spine, Orthopedic and Pain Management-Driven ASC + The Future of Spine Conference is back June 11-13. Request your complimentary badge here.

 

7. Who’s buying up physician practices? 5 deals in May Full story

8. The biggest AI opportunity in orthopedics isn’t what most people think Full story

9. Dr. Scott Boden named 11th dean at IU School of Medicine Full story

10. Inconsistent documentation, eligibility gaps, coding errors: how to stop the denial spiral, here.

 

Becker’s Learning Opportunities

11. Healthcare spaces can do more. Learn 5 ways to improve efficiency here.

12. University Health cut ED boarding time 46.1% — even as volumes climbed. See how here.

13. CRNA spend up 203%. See the market trends shaping staffing strategies here.

14. Becker’s resources don’t stop here — explore more webinars and whitepapers.

 

 

Apply to attend complimentary as a guest reviewer here! Opportunity exclusive to those directly employed by an ASC or provider organization.

 
 

 

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