Outpatient anterior cervical discectomy and fusion on the rise: changing economics and utilization patterns in U.S. hospital-owned ambulatory surgical centers
Key Points
Outpatient anterior cervical discectomy and fusion procedures are increasingly performed in ambulatory surgical centers.
Recent data shows a significant increase in outpatient procedures over the last five years, highlighting changing economic pressures.
The study's observational analysis included financial metrics and surgical outcomes from multiple U.S. healthcare facilities.
Findings emphasize the importance of cost-effectiveness in enhancing access to surgical care for patients.
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