Today's Top 20 Stories
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How well-positioned is Orthofix for 2024?
With its SeaSpine merger sealed and a new leader at the helm, Orthofix had a busy 2023. Here's what to know going into next year: -
3 federal updates in spine, orthopedics
Here are three updates in spine and orthopedic federal cases from the last month: -
'Work smarter, not harder': What 7 orthopedic surgeons are prioritizing for 2024
Every year brings several changes in the healthcare industry, and 2024 is shaping up to be no exception. Heading into the new year, orthopedic surgeons expect to face ongoing payer challenges, residual COVID-19 struggles and new opportunities for growth and expansion.
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Dr. Jose Canseco on behavioral health's place in orthopedics
Spine surgeon Jose Canseco, MD, PhD, of Rothman Orthopaedic Institute, has his eye on the potential benefits that behavioral healthcare can have for musculoskeletal patients. -
6 big deals shaking up the spine, orthopedic industry
Here are six major acquisitions Becker's has reported on since Sept. 1: -
Best-paying cities for new orthopedic surgeons
Los Angeles is the best-paying city for orthopedic surgeons with one to seven years of experience, according to Medscape's Salary Explorer. -
4 orthopedic practices suffering data breaches in 4 months
Here are four orthopedic practices that have suffered data breaches that Becker's has reported on since Aug. 14:
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Active physicians per 100,000 patients across 5 musculoskeletal specialties
Sports medicine specialists are the least common musculoskeletal specialists nationwide, with one specialist per every 100,000 U.S. patients, according to the Association of American Medical Colleges' recently launched interactive online dashboard. -
The orthopedic research Dr. Steven Neufeld is homing in on
Steven Neufeld, MD, has spent his year focused on research into orthobiologic applications. -
How well-positioned is Zimmer Biomet for 2024?
With a new CEO at the helm, Zimmer Biomet has had a strong year. Here's what to know going into 2024. -
Medicare Advantage is getting 'much, much worse' for spine
Medicare Advantage has been controversial this year with several major health systems dropping plan coverage due to denials, and some physicians following suit.
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2 specialists join Spine Center at Black Hills Orthopedics
Rapid City, S.D.-based the Spine Center at Black Hills Orthopedics has added two physical and sports medicine specialists, Christopher Dietrich, MD, and Trevor Anderson, MD. -
Fusion Orthopedics latest to win patent infringement battle against Extremity
The U.S. Patent and Trademark Office's Patent Trial and Appeal Board has ruled against orthopedic device company Extremity Medical in its patent dispute against Fusion Orthopedics, Zimmer Biomet and Paragon 28. -
3 spine, orthopedic procedures ASCs are eyeing for growth
ASCs have been looking to high-acuity orthopedic procedures for years as a growth strategy, and this trend will only pick up as CMS continues to approve these surgeries for the ASC setting. -
5 spine surgeon moves in November
Here are five spine surgeons moving to new practices or adding to their titles in November: -
Trinity opens neuroscience center
Livonia-based Trinity Health Michigan opened the Trinity Health Neuroscience Center in Muskegon, Mich., according to a Nov. 30 announcement in the Grand Haven Tribune. -
Disc replacement, AI and more: The research exciting 4 spine surgeons
Spine surgeons in 2023 have been exploring ways to innovate and learn through a variety of research. Here's what four surgeons are working on: -
The next phase of healthcare innovation, per 1 spine surgeon
Healthcare technology is about to enter a new era of innovation with an increased focus on targeted care, according to Ronjon Paul, MD. -
5 surgeons on the cutting edge of spine
Becker's has recently reported on five physicians who are on the cutting edge of spine surgery, from being the first to use specific devices to being appointed as endowed chairs at major universities. -
11 practices and ASCs planning to grow their orthopedic, spine presence in 2024
Headed into 2024, several major ASCs and practices have set their sights on growth and expansion for the year, especially when it comes to musculoskeletal care lines. Several ASCs that do not currently have orthopedic care lines are seeking to add them as more orthopedic and spine procedures migrate to the outpatient setting.
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