December 2015 Briefing – Orthopedics
Here are what the editors at HealthDay consider to be the most important developments in Orthopedics for December 2015. This roundup includes the latest...
Researchers Call for Retraction of Nitroglycerin-Bone Density Study
Investigation found that lead author fabricated data used to support the finding
AMA: Burnout Is Top Issue for Physicians in 2015
More than half of docs report at least one symptom of burnout; efforts being undertaken to address burnout
Higher Hospital Prices in U.S. ‘Monopoly Markets’
Hospital prices positively associated with indicators of hospital market power
Secukinumab Cuts Symptoms of Ankylosing Spondylitis
Two trials show benefits for 150 mg subcutaneous secukinumab with IV, subcutaneous loading
Combined Patient, Physician Intervention Ups Function in OA
Modest improvement in WOMAC, WOMAC function subscale for patients with hip, knee osteoarthritis
Specific, Consistent ICD-10 Coding Key to Timely Payments
Tips to prevent denials include checking EHR selection against documentation, being specific
Affordable Care Act Has Improved Access to Care, Affordability
However, gaps in access to care and affordability still seen, especially for low-income adults
Risk of Unsatisfactory Spine Sx Outcome Up With Workers’ Comp
Meta-analysis shows increased risk ratio for unsatisfactory outcome after spine surgery
Distribution of Opioid Prescribing ID’d for Different Providers
Top 10 percent of Medicare prescribers account for 56.7 percent of opioid claims
