Sep 30, 2021 | In the News, Research
A recent study reported in Orthopedic News finds 15.7 percent conversion rate from arthroscopic meniscectomy to TKR at 20 years. Researchers reviewed data on 160 patients who underwent arthroscopic meniscectomy for degenerative meniscus tears. “At 20 years, patients...
Sep 23, 2021 | CMS, In the News
Healio published a point-counterpoint article on August 16 asking the question, “Will moving orthopedic procedures to freestanding facilities impact health care economics?” Two orthopaedic physicians highlight different viewpoints: one calls it a “rare win” from the...
Sep 9, 2021 | In the News, Membership
AAHKS member Prem N. Ramkumar, MD, MBA, wrote an article published by Forbes on September 4, titled “Devalue The Doctor: The Response Of A Manipulated System To Orthopaedic Surgeons.” His article examines health care’s journey toward value-based care and lessons...
Aug 19, 2021 | In the News, Research
Healio reported that Black patients had higher risk of aseptic and septic revision total knee arthroplasty when compared with white patients. Researchers analyzed data from more than 720,000 patients who underwent TKA in California, New York and Florida between 2004...
Aug 5, 2021 | In the News, Research
In July, Healio reported that “use of rivaroxaban after total hip or knee arthroplasty led to lower mortality risk and decreased reoperation rates due to infection or hematomas compared with low-molecular-weight heparin.” The original research was presented during the...
Aug 5, 2021 | In the News, Popular
Catch up on the most-read articles in the AAHKS Weekly News! The top-ranking stories last month were: Seeking Input on 2021 Annual Meeting Attendance. Member poll about plans to attend the AAHKS Annual Meeting, vaccination status and travel restrictions. The Notice of...
