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32 ORTHOPEDICS Preston Surgery Center Posts Cash Pricing for all Procedures — 3 Insights By Eric Oliver I n an effort to increase transparency, Fris- co, Texas-based Preston Surgery Center listed the cash prices for all procedures performed at the center on its website. Here's what you should know: 1. e surgery center provided the alternate pricing model in an effort to combat unsustainable spending growth. e price includes anesthesia, surgeon and surgery center fees. 2. e center offers gastroenterology, ortho- pedic, pain management, podiatry, spine and electrophysiology procedures. 3. Here are the costs of some commonly performed procedures: Gastroenterology • Colonoscopy: $1,900 • Esophagogastroduodenoscopy: $1,850 Orthopedics: • Ankle fracture treatment: $8,168 • Anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction: $8,160 • Knee arthroscopy: $4,860 • Elbow arthroscopy: $3,714 • Ulnar nerve transposition: $3,336 Spine: • ACDF (level 2): $32,000 • ACDF (level 1): $22,000 • Laminectomy: $13,767 • Removal of spinal fixation: $13,767 • Microdiscectomy: $9,970 n Major Breakthroughs in Spinal Biologics, Disc Regeneration on the Horizon: 3 Key Thoughts from Dr. William Watters By Laura Dyrda F ormer North American Spine Society President William Watters, MD, of Houston Medical, discusses the biggest spine technology, clinical and business trends for 2018. Question: What is the most important spine technology trend for 2018? Dr. William Watters: The most important trend for the coming year will be the continued migration to minimally invasive technology and techniques for many standard spinal interventions. There also is the possibility for a major breakthrough in biologics and regenerative treatments of disc pathology. Q: What is the biggest clinical or business challenge spine surgeons will face this year? WW: The major business challenge for spinal surgeons this year will be the continued reimbursement shortfalls and devaluation of spinal proce- dures along with the increasing penetration of value-based reimbursement schemes and bundled payments. Q: What is the best opportunity for spine surgeons in 2018? WW: Spinal surgeons should continue to affiliate with non-surgical spi- nal treatment specialists to better capture reimbursements under these bundled reimbursement schemes. n Illinois Bone & Joint Institute Names Dr. William Robb CMO, Orthopedic Director: 5 Things to Know By Laura Dyrda C hicago-based Illinois Bone & Joint Institute, the largest independent physician- owned orthopedic practice in the U.S., appointed William Robb III, MD, orthopedic director and chief medi- cal officer. Here are five things to know: 1. In his new role, Dr. Robb will par- ticipate in strategic planning, main- taining and improving clinical quality and safety as well as the advance development of subspecialty excel- lence in service-line programs. He will also oversee quality improvement program implementation and serve as lead orthopedic liaison within the provider and payer markets. 2. Dr. Robb previously held leadership positions at the American Association of Hip and Knee Surgeons, American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons and Illinois Orthopaedic Society. 3. Prior to entering his current role, Dr. Robb spent seven years as the chairman of the Evanston, Ill.-based NorthShore University Health System's department of orthopedic surgery from 2005 to 2012. 4. Illinois Bone and Joint Institute in- cludes 100-plus board-certified and fellowship-trained physicians and surgeons who treat musculoskeletal conditions for both children and adults. The practice includes loca- tions throughout the Chicagoland area, OrthoAccess walk-in clinics and same-day immediate care facilities. 5. Dr. Robb's clinical practice focuses on adult knee disorders. n

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