Today's Top 20 Stories
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How often are new spine devices recalled? 4 notes
New spine devices had a reduced recall risk compared to orthopedic devices in general, and some tech didn't have any increase in risk, according to a study in the Nov. 1 issue of Spine. -
Bioretec accelerates developments of spinal interbody cage
Bioretec is accelerating development of its RemeOs spinal interbody cage after earning the FDA's breakthrough device designation in March. -
A 'disastrous' rollout: 1 month into UHC's new prior authorization requirements
Beginning Sept. 1, UnitedHealthcare began requiring prior authorization for physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy and Medicare-covered chiropractic services delivered in multidisciplinary offices and outpatient hospital settings.
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OrthoCarolina adds spine surgeon
OrthoCarolina added spine surgeon Petros Koutsogiannis, DO, according to an Oct. 4 announcement in the Laurinburg Exchange. -
5 orthopedic, spine robotics 1st from Q3
Here five firsts from the orthopedic and spine robotics sector that Becker's reported on during the third quarter of 2024: -
Spine group lauds new ICD-10 back pain code
CMS' move to establish the new ICD-10 code — M62.85: Dysfunction of the Multifidus Muscles, Lumbar Region — is part of ongoing efforts by spine surgeons who want more coding clarifications for back pain. -
OrthAlign earns FDA clearance for Lantern Hip navigation system
Medical device company OrthAlign has earned FDA clearance for its Lantern Hip handheld technology for direct anterior total hip arthroplasty.
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6 orthobiologics updates
From new research to FDA nods, here are six key updates in the spine and orthopedic regenerative medicine space since Sept. 1. -
Dr. Chae Ko tapped to lead Premier Medical Group sports medicine department
Clarksville, Tenn.-based Premier Medical Group is opening a new sports medicine department that will be led by Chae Ko, MD, an experienced sports medicine physician, according to an Oct. 3 report from ClarksvilleNow.com. -
Spinal cord stimulators: 5 things to know
Spinal cord stimulators are designed to address back pain and can be used as part of a patient's treatment plan. -
Orthopedic compensation, workforce in 2024: 6 notes
Orthopedic surgeons are among specialties with the highest average pay, but that figure and physician satisfaction can vary across settings and age.
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California orthopedic supplier goes independent
Chico, Calif.-based Cascade Orthopedic Supply, a distributor of orthotics, prosthetics, materials and equipment, has become an independently owned company after finalizing a deal with orthotics and prosthetics provider Ottobock, according to an Oct. 3 report from HME News. -
Why orthopedic CEOs are optimistic about private equity
Although private equity is a debated topic in orthopedic private practice, some leaders believe it can be a viable option as long as the right people are involved. -
Spine and orthopedic firsts: 8 notes
From new technologies and surgical techniques, several hospitals and practices have added to their spine and orthopedic programs in September. -
Spine company shares interim data on SI joint system: 7 notes
Tenon Medical shared preliminary data for its Catamaran sacroiliac joint fusion system. -
Spinal bone regeneration biologic earns FDA breakthrough device designation
Amphix Bio earned FDA breakthrough device designation for a bone regeneration drug-device combination, according to an Oct. 3 news release. -
Orthopedic practices opening in the Northeast during Q3
Here are seven orthopedic practices that opened in the Northeast during the third quarter of 2024, as reported by Becker's: -
The Pain Center of West Virginia to pay $750K to settle false claim allegations
Martinsburg-based Pain Center of West Virginia has agreed to pay $750,000 to resolve false claim allegations. -
FDA clears wave of Globus Medical devices
Globus Medical continues to grow and expand its orthopedic trauma product portfolio with a new wave of FDA clearances. -
Mercy opens 1st main campus orthopedic walk-in clinic
Mercy Springfield (Mo.) has opened its first orthopedic walk-in clinic on the hospital system’s main campus, according to an Oct. 3 report from the Springfield Daily Citizen.
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