dures are appropriate for which patients — we've achieved successful
outcomes with ASA I, II & III patients — and which facilities should
be performing them," he says.
Case volumes are slowly increasing. "The potential is huge," says Dr.
McGirt. "Outpatient spine is cost effective and presents clear value in
health care. It's just a matter of time until the market truly recognizes
and rewards it. I expect a third of all spine surgeries to eventually be
done in the ASC environment."
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