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Anchorage-based OrthoAlaska suffered a data breach that affected 176,203 individuals, JD Supra reported Oct 6.

While payer coverage in the orthopedic and spine industry is still considered spotty by surgeons, some procedures have made strides in 2023. Since the beginning of the year, five new procedures have secured coverage from major payers. 

Alex Ovechkin, left wing for the Washington Capitals, and Nathan MacKinnon, center for the Colorado Avalanche, have been named the highest paid NHL players of 2023, each earning $17.5 million this season, according to an Oct. 6 report from Forbes. 

Memphis, Tenn.-based Campbell Clinic has added five new musculoskeletal physicians to its team, including Joshua Brandon, MD; Christopher Holland, MD; Jimmie Mancell, MD; Omar Medina, MD; and Austin Murphy, MD. 

Williamston, N.C.-based Roanoke Orthopedics was scheduled to close down following the Aug. 3 shutdown of its affiliate, Williamston-based Martin General Hospital, according to an Oct. 5 report from local NBC affiliate WITN. 

Piedmont Augusta (Ga.) has partnered with OrthoAtlanta to open a new practice in the Atlanta area, according to an Oct. 5 report from local ABC affiliate WJBF.

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