…U.S. Army Lieutenant Colonel and former House of Representatives Member (R-FL). He served in Operation Desert Storm, Operation Iraqi Freedom and Afghanistan. Over his 22 years of service in…

Read the Summer 2020 issue of “Vertebral Columns” This edition includes the following: Editorial: Inappropriate Denial of Spine Surgery Claims: Implications for Patients, Physicians & Payers Complications: Identifying the…

…the information presented. Staff for the chairmen and ranking minority members of the three Congressional committees of jurisdiction briefed physician groups this afternoon on the results of their bicameral,…

…specialists to the highest level possible. This series outlines the steps to success. Completion of this course will advance the career of the attendee and identify them as possessing…

…but are not limited to visits, surgical procedures, diagnostic tests, therapy services, and specified preventive services. CMS will accept comments on the proposed rule until September 11, 2017, and…

…to allow multiple hospitals within a system to employ a unified QAPI program. This change makes it easier for hospitals to implement best practices and innovations among facilities resulting…

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Read the Winter 2021 issue of “Vertebral Columns” Vertebral Columns continues to focus on topics relevant to your clinical practice as a spine surgeon. This issue highlights the benefits…

…Chicago, Illinois, USA. “I have dedicated my career to advancing spine care through research, education, and clinical practice,” said Dr. Andersson. “My patients and their successes with surgical intervention…

…family would benefit from a comprehensive review by the RUC, and we welcome comments on a broader understanding of these codes. Additionally, we seek input on current standard billing…

…on the mix of services each specialty provides. Unfortunately, there is broad consensus that these adjustments will compound the COVID-19 pandemic’s negative impact on physician practices and further aggravate…

…the closure, even if different aspects of the procedure are performed by more than one surgeon. To complete the online survey, click here -> SURVEY Please complete the survey…