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What will the spine industry look like in 2025?
Dec 13, 2024 · Similar to 2024, next year will pose challenges to the spine industry, especially when it comes to payer relations. There are also new opportunities for the specialty to develop new technologies. Five surgeons discuss what's ahead. Note: Responses were lightly edited for clarity. Question: What are ...
Peer-to-peer reviewers need more accountability, spine surgeon says
3 days ago · One frustrating aspect for spine surgeon Bethwel Raore, MD, is peer-to-peer reviews and getting insurance coverage for his patient's care. Dr. Raore, of Apex Spine & Neurosurgery in Bethlehem, Ga., joined the "Becker's Healthcare Podcast" to discuss where he wants more accountability from health insurance companies.
5 key insights from Alex Vaccaro in 2024 - beckersspine.com
Dec 10, 2024 · Alexander Vaccaro, MD, PhD, president of Philadelphia-based Rothman Orthopaedic Institute, shared his expertise with Becker's on topics including artificial int
9 spine, orthopedic medtech acquisitions in 2024
Dec 11, 2024 · In 2024, several spine and orthopedic medtech companies banded together through acquisition deals. 1. Enovis completed its acquisition of LimaCorporate in January. LimaCorporate will add to Enovis' orthopedic reconstruction market with products including the Trabecular Titanium implants and shoulder revision devices.
10 orthopedic studies to know in 2024 - beckersspine.com
Dec 11, 2024 · Here are 10 major orthopedic studies conducted in 2024 to know: 1. A study published in The Journal of Arthroplasty found that total joint arthroplasty procedures are the most common cause of malpractice claims within orthopedic surgery. The study ultimately reviewed 59 cases, including 33 total knee and 26 total hip arthroplasty cases.
How well-positioned is Zimmer Biomet for 2025?
Dec 10, 2024 · Zimmer Biomet had a strong 2024, bolstering its product lines and staying on top of orthopedic medtech trends.
2 tips for spine surgeon, payer conversations in 2025
3 days ago · A continuing pain point for spine and orthopedic surgeons is prior authorizations and working with payers to get patients' care covered. Brian Gantwerker, MD, of The Craniospinal Center of Los Angeles discusses the way physicians should approach payer conversations and what he wants to see from physician peer reviewers.
EmergeOrtho grows in 2024: 6 physician moves to know
6 days ago · Durham, N.C.-based EmergeOrtho grew across its regions adding new spine and orthopedic physicians in 2024. Six moves to know: 1. EmergeOrtho added shoulder and elbow surgeon Nabil Mehta, MD.. 2. EmergeOrtho-Triangle Region in Durham, N.C., added orthopedic surgeon Kyle Nappo, MD. 3.
The importance of preventive orthopedic care
3 days ago · As orthopedic surgeons prepare for a busy 2025, there is one word that they help will lead care forward in 2025: prevention. As innovation continues through the growth of artificial intelligence and robotics, it remains important for surgeons to remember old techniques as well, such as education and preventive care.