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As featured in: Share on social media:         You probably wouldn’t buy an appliance or book a cruise without knowing what it will cost. Yet historically, health care systems have expected patients to undergo various diagnostic tests, procedures, and treatments without any idea of what they will be charged. But times are changing… Read More »

As featured in: Share on social media:         Aetna rids itself of group life and disability before CVS Health announces plans to acquire the insurer. The merger would connect Aetna to a major pharmacy benefit manager. CVS Health’s move to acquire Aetna positions the retail pharmacy giant as a major player in healthcare… Read More »

With the holidays upon us, there are a million and one things on our mind: shopping, dinners, office parties and family gatherings to name a few. But one thing that women are specifically thinking of is shoes! It’s no secret that the holidays call for festive attire, and for women, part of that ensemble is… Read More »

Ah, Black Friday… the one day a year that it’s acceptable to do your cardio at the mall rather than the gym—because if those discounts don’t raise your heart rate, what will? As November 24th approaches, we want to ensure you make the best out of your intense hours of shopping – and that means… Read More »

As Thanksgiving approaches, we’re reminded of all that we are thankful for… family, friends, football and our all of our favorite foods on one single plate! Dr. Alejandro Badia, Chief Medical Officer of OrthoNOW, the nation’s only orthopedic care franchise, would like you to add something to your list of gratitude: healthy bones! Bones are the… Read More »

OrthoNOW®, the nation’s only network of orthopedic urgent care franchises, announced earlier this year the awarding of a Master Franchise in Michigan and Area Development Rights in Augusta, Georgia.  NOW, join us in welcoming our latest partner, Gabe Hospelhorn, OrthoNOW Cincinnati franchisee. Mr. Hospelhorn is a biologist, specialized in microbiology, and business owner who has an extensive background in accounting and computer science. Since the 1990s, Mr. Hospelhorn has… Read More »

How much do you know about PAs? PA Awareness Month Oct 6-12, 2017 Every year from October 6th to the 12th the American Academy of PAs (AAPA) celebrates and recognizes the PA profession and its incredibly important contribution to America’s healthcare system. This year, as we celebrate the profession’s 50th birthday, OrthoNOW joins AAPA to… Read More »

As featured in: Hospitals and other health care providers are increasingly opening urgent care centers to reach patients faster and more cost effectively. Urgent care centers cover a crucial gap between clinics and emergency departments. They are available for walk-in visits and their services aren’t as expensive as the emergency room, so they save money… Read More »

As featured in: Christine Dura, Chief Development Officer OrthoNOW OrthoNOW Urgent Care Franchise Chief Development Officer Christine Dura recently joined host Pamela Currie of Franchise Business Radio for an exclusive and intriguing interview sharing her expert advice on franchising. See below for the podcast. As a 25 year veteran of franchising and former four time Master Franchise owner herself,… Read More »

As featured in: Share on social media:          OrthoNOW‘s Mobile App was among the winners of the 2017 Sports Medicine Technology Awards by Orthopedics This Week. This annual award rewards inventors, engineering teams, physicians, and their companies who’ve created the most innovative, enduring, and practical products in 2016 developed to treat any injured… Read More »