Orthopedic

On Nov. 2, CMS released the 2024 Physician Fee Schedule Final Rule, which updated the conversion factor to $32.74, a 3.4% decrease compared to last year.

Here are 15 orthopedic surgeons who recently joined new practices, added to their titles or left longtime roles, as reported by Becker's since Nov. 9:

Pocatello, Idaho-based Portneuf Health Partners, which owns and operates Portneuf Medical Center, Portneuf Quality Alliance, Portneuf Sports Medicine Institute and several physician practices, has warned patients that a ransomware attack targeting parent company Ardent Health Services may have compromised patient…

Orthopedic-focused medical technology company Enovis is set to undergo a leadership transition following the announcement that current President and COO Brady Shirley plans to step down in 2024. 

James Andrews, MD, will be honored with the 2023 Alabama Football Legend Award from Regions Bank, NBC affiliate WSFA reported Dec. 5.

The University of Rochester (N.Y.) Medicine Center for Orthopaedics and Physical Performance opened for outpatient services at The Marketplace Mall, Rochester Business Journal reported Dec. 5.

As healthcare continued to evolve in 2023, five orthopedic and spine practices closed their doors permanently, some with plans to open new facilities in their place. 

There are several orthopedic leaders around the world making tough decisions and leading their team to greatness. But what separates the good orthopedic leaders from the great?

Beginning Dec. 4, Hanover, Pa.-based WellSpan Health & Surgery Center will become the first ASC in the system to provide same-day total joint replacements for hips and knees. 

The University of Alabama at Birmingham has opened its newly expanded Sports and Exercise Medicine Clinic, supported by UAB's departments of family and community medicine, orthopedic surgery, and physical medicine and rehabilitation.