Chicago's Midwest Orthopaedics at Rush Offering Package Pricing And Short Wait Times For Canadian Patients

CHICAGO, June 29, 2016 /CNW/ -- Midwest Orthopaedics at Rush (MOR),  is one of the first orthopedic groups in the U.S. to offer Canadians a flat fee payment and short wait times for orthopedic care. In an unprecedented move, MOR is also listing the package pricing on their website for Canadian patients to see. 

Orthopedic patients from Canada who are struggling with long wait times can receive some of the highest quality treatment in the world from the physicians at Midwest Orthopaedics at Rush.  U.S. News & World Report has listed the orthopedic program at Rush University Medical Center as No. 6 in the U.S. MOR physicians are also team doctors for the Chicago White Sox, Chicago Bulls and Chicago Fire Soccer Club. 

At present, there are five surgical procedures included in the MOR Package Pricing: Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) Repair, Hip Arthroscopy, Knee Arthroscopy, Rotator Cuff Repair (Arthroscopic) and Shoulder Arthroscopy.

"Patients from Canada have been seeking treatment for hip labral tears and other orthopedic conditions from our subspecialty physicians for quite a few years," says Dr. Nikhil Verma, MOR shoulder and knee surgeon.  "That's why Midwest Orthopaedics at Rush decided to offer an easy and affordable option with short wait times for Canadian patients who need anterior cruciate ligament repair, rotator cuff surgery and hip, knee and shoulder arthroscopy.

The MOR package pricing includes one fixed payment that covers all surgeon, facility and anesthesia fees; supplies and implants; and uncomplicated follow-up care. Some expenses not included are: preoperative diagnostic tests, travel expenses, durable medical equipment and physical therapy.

For additional information on MOR Surgical Services Package Pricing Program, please visit: http://www.rushortho.com/package-pricing-bundled-payment.cfm

About Midwest Orthopaedics at Rush
Midwest Orthopaedics at Rush (MOR) offers comprehensive, unparalleled, orthopedic services.  They are known for treating patients with orthopedic conditions, ranging from the most common to the most complex. The group's reputation as a leader in specialized orthopedic patient care, education and research has been recognized by many national publications. U.S. News & World Report ranks the orthopedic program at Rush University Medical Center, Chicago, as No. 6 in the nation.  MOR has offices at Rush University Medical Center in Chicago; Oak Park; Westchester; Winfield; and Northwest Indiana. Follow us on Twitter @mor_docs. 

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Lisa Stafford, P.S Medical Marketing, 630-212-1226, [email protected], http://www.rushortho.com