1. Total disc replacement cost in the 10 largest US cities Full story

2. 'Year of the rebellion': Will physicians strike back at the payer system? Full story

3. 2 California orthopedic practices form 25+ physician group Full story

4. Ready or not, cardiac procedures are migrating to the outpatient setting — quickly. Learn from the leaders spearheading this movement + realizing the benefits to ASCs and patients.

5. Dr. Christopher Battista performs South Carolina's first spine case with patient-specific implant Full story

6. Orthopedic surgeons' biggest inspirations Full story

7. DePuy Synthes to restructure orthopedic segments Full story

8. Hospitals are missing the mark on blood clot prevention. Empower your nurses to become VTE prevention champions and sustain lasting quality improvements with these tools.

9. Orthopedic surgeon sues Vanderbilt over alleged discrimination Full story

10. Alphatec sees 44% revenue jump in 2022 sales: 5 notes Full story

11. IMAC Holdings sells retail spine company Full story

12. 38% of Americans delayed care in 2022 over cost concerns — a record high. Learn how to reengage patients and improve their financial experience with this roadmap.

Becker's Learning Opportunities

1. Making sense of clinical data can be like drinking from a fire hose. Overcome these 6 obstacles to eliminate confusion and paint a more accurate picture of patients' health.

2. Still using the 100-year old TB skin test? Here's an upgrade that delivers more precise results and lowers costs.

3. The % of hospitals outsourcing help to process complex claims has doubled, and for good reason: more money (faster) + fewer headaches. Will you follow suit? Learn how this complex claim resolution program can put you ahead.