A landmark study out of Michigan tracked the effects of health plan prior authorizations on low-back pain patient care. Do such requirements reduce spine surgeries or lower costs? The data clearly shows they do not. It also explains why. Every health plan, hospital and spine surgeon should read this study.

Landmark Study: Spine Care Prior-Authorizations May Not Reduce Surgeries or Costs

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Doctors and patients report rushes for procedures as worries over ACA overhaul spike.

“Procedure Bum Rush” Before ACA Overhaul

According to their colleagues, these are the leading orthopedic hand surgeons in North America. Whether handling the wrist, elbow, or hand, these exemplary physicians have reached the pinnacle of their profession.

12 Leading North American Hand Surgeons

Renowned orthopedic surgeon Dr. Jamie Alexandra Dale is seeking justice and $31 million after she was attacked and left for dead by her ex-boyfriend and former NFL player Curtis Jordan. Her permanent injuries have left her unable to continue her surgery practice. Her story is not only heartbreaking but an indication of the economic toll this attack represented.

$31 Million Lawsuit: Orthopedic Surgeon Seeks Justice After Attack

Which companies will increase shoulder and foot/ankle market share in 2017. In mid-December we received a flashlight into the opaque future of those two dynamic extremity markets. The early Xmas gift came courtesy of top global medical technology analyst, Glenn Novarro. Here is what we learned.

10 Surprising 2017 Shoulder and Foot/Ankle Market Insights

It’s Donald Trump’s world in Washington. The Boss is driving agendas now and here’s the absolutely very latest. The ACA is first up. But there is also a spate of other year-end developments—primarily new digital healthcare initiatives—that should be noted.

Landmark Study: Spine Care Prior-Authorizations May Not Reduce Surgeries or Costs

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