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October 16, 2025

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1. The nuances of 'unnecessary' spine surgery Full story

2. Physicians see largest cash pay increase in 10 years Full story

3. This peptide-powered spinal bone graft doubled lumbar fusion rates at 6 months. See the data behind it — here.

4. Biggest hurdle for ASCs to overcome from 40 leaders Full story

5. 5 physicians leading top hospitals’ orthopedic departments Full story

 

6. See how 2 health systems are simplifying ASC robotics here.

7. VSI launches spine surgery recovery program Full story

8. Why culture matters in orthopedics Full story

9. CMS walks back Medicare payment pause Full story

10. Spine surgeons' surprises in the field Full story

 

11. ACHC leaders share the most common ASC fire code pitfalls — and fixes — here.

12. Real estate portfolio of orthopedic practice sold Full story

13. 8 private equity firms for physician practices to know Full story

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14. 5 steps ASCs are taking to reduce prior auth delays & protect margins. See them here.

15. Rush's 5% surgical volume boost: how ASC strategy & scheduling reform made it happen, here.

16. Ardent Health's wearables rollout: Their CMO shares results & lessons learned, here.

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

 

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