MassDevice.com +3 | The top 3 medtech stories for July 10, 2015

Say hello to MassDevice +3, a bite-sized view of the top three medtech stories of the day. This feature of MassDevice.com’s coverage highlights our 3 biggest and most influential stories from the day’s news to make sure you’re up to date on the headlines that continue to shape the medical device industry.   3. ACAAI endorses Boston Scientific’s Alair asthma treatment Boston Scientific said that the American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology has endorsed bronchial thermoplasty using the company’s Alair system. The ACAAI recommends the procedure for patients with severe asthma who continue to present symptoms despite maximum medication treatment, Marlborough, Mass.-based Boston Scientific said. Read more 2. Smith & Nephew buys Russian ortho biz DeOst Smith & Nephew said that it acquired Russia’s DeOst group, which makes and distributes trauma and orthopedic devices, for an undisclosed amount. DeOst has distributed the British healthcare giant’s products in Russia since 2009, Smith & Nephew said. Read more 1. Medicare proposes bundled hip, knee payments Medicare proposed to bundle reimbursement payments for hip and knee replacement procedures, saying it wants to “hold hospitals accountable for the quality of care they deliver to Medicare fee-for-service beneficiaries.” The Centers for Medicare &ampl Medicaid Services said its 5-year “Comprehensive Care for Joint Replacemen...
Source: Mass Device - Category: Medical Equipment Authors: Tags: News Well Plus 3 Source Type: news