Field Orthopaedics launched its OCTOPi integrated fixation construct system for hand and wrist procedures Sept. 17. The system is available in 1.4mm, 1.7mm and 2.4mm sizes and comprises three interoperable constructs that can be used independently or together, according to…
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Forbes released its 45th annual Forbes 400 list Sept. 15, unveiling a record-breaking group of the wealthiest people in America. The 400 richest Americans are collectively worth $8 trillion this year, up $1.4 trillion from 2025, with a new minimum…
Children’s Health Dallas-Scottish Rite for Children Orthopedic and Sports Medicine Center was ranked as the top pediatric orthopedic hospital in the country by U.S. News & World Report. The rankings, published Sept. 15, evaluated 91 hospitals in pediatric orthopedics based…
Kinomatic opened an office in Cleveland’s Health-Tech Corridor, marking the orthopedic surgery planning and aftercare company’s first expansion beyond its California headquarters. The 6,000-square-foot space is located in downtown Cleveland, according to a Sept. 15 news release. The company said…
As a CEO of Athens (Ga.) Orthopedic Clinic, I’m concerned about Medicare cuts to physician fees. AOC has served North Georgia for 60 years, and holds a significant responsibility with over 230,000 patients under care. I recently met with CMS…
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The American Association of Orthopaedic Surgeons is backing new federal legislation that would restrict Medicare Advantage insurers from reversing coverage decisions after care has been provided. The Protecting Approved Care Act would require Medicare Advantage organizations to honor original coverage…
The OrthoForum, American Association of Orthopaedic Surgeons and American Alliance of Orthopaedic Executives urged CMS to reconsider several policies in the CY 2027 Medicare Physician Fee Schedule proposed rule, including arthroplasty payment reductions and a proposed 50% Modifier 25 payment…
CMS is expanding its Advancing Chronic Care with Effective, Scalable Solutions Model to provide ongoing support for certain specified conditions within its chronic musculoskeletal pain track beyond the initial 12-month care period, beginning April 1, 2027. The model provides technology-supported…
Shrinking reimbursement, rising costs and growing administrative burdens are forcing orthopedic and spine surgeons to rethink the traditional playbook of simply seeing more patients to offset financial pressure. Orthopedic and spine surgeons told Becker’s they are responding by rethinking payer…
A new study on carpal tunnel release outcomes is adding to the case for treating some orthopedic procedures outside the operating room, particularly in regions where limited orthopedic surgeon supply already pushes patients toward distant referrals for care. The retrospective…