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The 10 highest, lowest-paying metro areas for physicians
While orthopedic surgeons earn an average of $654,815 in 2024, that number can vary widely based on the area of employment, according to Doximity's 2024 "Physician Compensation Report," published May 23. -
The biggest threat to orthopedics
Orthopedics is a thriving industry, but it is not without its threats. -
OrthoForum Value Network, Holista partner for orthopedics in Wisconsin
OrthoForum Value Network and Holista partnered to provide value-based bundled services in Wisconsin, according to a May 23 news release. -
Orthopedic surgeon pay hits $654K: Doximity
Orthopedics is among the top-paid medical specialties, according to Doximity's Physician Compensation Report 2024. -
Youngstown Orthopaedic Surgery Center earns Joint Commission Gold Seal
The Youngstown (Ohio) Orthopaedic Surgery Center has earned a Gold Seal of Approval for Ambulatory Health Care Accreditation from the Joint Commission, according to a May 22 report from NBC affiliate WFMJ. -
Novant Health expands NASCAR team partnership
Winston-Salem, N.C.-based Novant Health has extended a partnership agreement with NASCAR team Joe Gibbs Racing, according to a May 21 report from Speedway Digest. -
5 highest-paid orthopedic surgeons in San Francisco
The highest-paid orthopedic surgeon in San Francisco earns $909,200, according to Medscape's salary reporter tool, which is much higher than the mean annual wage of $378,250 orthopedic surgeons make according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics. -
10 states with the most orthopedic residents
While specialist shortages persist nationwide, some states could have more luck filling open orthopedic surgeon slots than others. -
Montana residents express concern over loss of on-call orthopedic surgeon
Bozeman (Mont.) Health has decided to remove orthopedic trauma surgeon Tim Hiesterman, MD, from its on-call scheduling list, prompting criticism from patients in the area, according to a May 21 report from KBZK Bozeman. -
The best orthopedic ASCs in the South
U.S. News & World Report announced its first ratings of the best ambulatory surgery centers, including more than 200 for orthopedics. -
Massachusetts orthopedic surgeon sentenced for healthcare fraud
Olarewaju Oladipo, MD, an orthopedic surgeon based in Canton, Mass., was sentenced to 16 months in prison for executing a scheme to defraud healthcare benefit programs. -
The average cost of ankle arthroscopies in the US: A payment breakdown
Undergoing an ankle arthroscopy in the U.S. will cost patients an average of $3,634 in the ASC setting, according to data from Sidecar Health. The majority of the procedure's cost goes toward facility fees. -
Intellijoint Surgical opens access for surgical planning tool
Intellijoint Surgical opened access to its Intellijoint View surgical planning tool for total hip replacement, according to a May 21 news release. -
Dr. George Papacostas joins Beacon Orthopaedics
Orthopedic surgeon George Papacostas, MD, has joined Cincinnati-based Beacon Orthopaedics & Sports Medicine, according to a May 21 LinkedIn post from the practice. -
7 developments from Hospital for Special Surgery
From new leadership and growing locations, here are seven updates from New York City-based Hospital for Special Surgery to know in 2024: -
Where orthopedic practices are investing in 2024
From purchasing new technology to putting a focus on staffing and leadership, here is what eight leaders told Becker's they are investing in this year to strengthen their orthopedic practices and musculoskeletal programs: -
MLB team donates $1M to Banner Health
Phoenix, Ariz.-based Banner Health has received a $1 million donation from Major League Baseball team the Arizona Diamondbacks according to a May 19 report from AZBigMedia. -
AAOS collaborates with BCBS Association
The American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons formed a formal collaboration with Blue Cross and Blue Shield Association for quality outcomes data sharing. -
The average cost of a knee replacement in the US: A payment breakdown
Undergoing knee replacement in the U.S. will cost patients an average of $13,734 in the ASC setting, according to data from Sidecar Health. The majority of the procedure's cost goes toward facility fees. -
Dr. Neal ElAttrache operates on Oakland A's pitcher
Neal ElAttrache, MD, performed Tommy John surgery on Ken Waldichuk, a pitcher for the Oakland Athletics, in Los Angeles on May 15.
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