Texas Back Institute in Plano was at the forefront of artificial disc replacements, with Scott Blumenthal, MD, performing the first case in the U.S. More than 20 years later, the practice completed its 3,000th lumbar artificial disc replacement in January.
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Orthopedic devicemaker Arthrex is asking a judge to order its insurers to cover a $16 million settlement over kickback allegations, but the insurers are pushing back.
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