Becker's Healthcare April 4, 2022
Robotic technology is growing among spine surgeons, and fellows are learning to use the technology for more precise outcomes. But if they become too reliant on robotics for spine surgery, the transition to outpatient surgery centers could be problematic.
Most spine ASCs don’t have the budget for robotic technology since it increases the cost per procedure without commanding higher reimbursement from payers. Hospitals are willing to pay for the robotic systems to attract surgeons and patients to their spine centers, but that isn’t an option for ASCs operating on thin margins, especially if the technology is proven to provide only minimal value for experienced surgeons.
“Currently advanced enabling technology, including intraoperative 2D imaging, navigation, robotics and augmented reality, are cost-prohibitive...
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