CMS proposal threatens access to musculoskeletal care, AAOS leaders warn

Theresa Witham

The Calendar Year 2027 Medicare Physician Fee Schedule (MPFS) proposed rule could threaten physician practice viability and patient access to musculoskeletal care, according to AAOS leaders.

Protecting approved care: AAOS endorses new Medicare Advantage bill

Last month, AAOS welcomed the introduction of the Protecting Approved Care Act, new legislation that addresses retroactive reimbursement changes from insurers (also known as clawbacks) in the Medicare Advantage program.

AAOS submits comment letter to CMS on Physician Fee Schedule

AAOS issued a formal comment letter to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services last month detailing orthopaedic surgeons’ concerns and recommendations relating to the calendar year (CY) 2027 Medicare Physician Fee Schedule proposed rule.

Medicare’s proposed 2027 reimbursement changes affect patient access to care and the future of hip and knee arthroplasty

Dhairya Shukla, MD, MPH; P. Maxwell Courtney, MD; Douglas W. Lundy, MD, FAAOS, MBA

For millions of patients, total hip and knee arthroplasty can mean the difference between living with debilitating pain and returning to an active, independent life. The proposed reductions in Medicare reimbursement for these procedures could have consequences that extend far beyond surgeon compensation.

Noise in the orthopaedic OR can cause cumulative hearing loss

Enrique Vazquez; Lauren M. Shapiro, MD, MS

Orthopaedic surgeons are accustomed to thinking about occupational hazards: radiation exposure, sharps injuries, and physical strain are all fixtures of safety culture.

Opportunities exist for orthopaedic practices looking for partners

Leah Lawrence

Orthopaedic practices continue to face financial challenges as Medicare reimbursement rates decrease and the cost of doing business increases.