Spinal Tech

In 2014, Zimmer Spine had a huge year. This was evident at November's North American Spine Society (NASS) Annual Meeting, where the company showcased 12 new spine technologies launched throughout 2014 to grow their presence and reputation in the market…

Lafayette General Medical Center implemented MAKOplasty technology for hip and knee replacements, according to an Ind report.

Amedica released the results of a study that compared spinal fusion surgery using its composite silicon nitride spacers manufactured with a central core of cancellous structured ceramic with fusion surgery using PEEK spacers filled with bone autograft.

Orthopedic device company Stryker acquired assets of CHG Hospital Beds.

Globus Medical signed a contract with a Collagen Solutions subsidiary, according to Stock Market Wire.

Mazor Robotics sold six Renaissance robotic spine surgery systems in the fourth quarter of 2014. This news was announced ahead of the company's full year financial report, expected to be released in mid-January.

Medicare Administrative Contractor Noridian Healthcare Solutions now covers minimally invasive sacroiliac joint fusion surgery.

MiMedx filed a tortuous interference lawsuit against Organogenesis, a company manufactures two skin substitute products competing with MiMedx's EpiFix allograft.

The Office of the Inspector General of the Department of Health and Human Services issued a subpoena to MiMedx in connection with a civil investigation related to the company's sales and marketing activities.

Here are five key notes on spine and orthopedic device companies.