Good or Bad: Every Organization has a Culture

Jana M. Foor, CMPE

Every organization has a culture. The size, scope, location, makeup, or identity of an organization makes no difference, but the larger the organization, the more likely that additional subcultures will occur among departments. Culture is created and cultivated—whether actively or unconsciously influenced and whether positively or adversely inspired. Culture can be described as “the way things are done around here,” but creating and sustaining a healthy culture is an august goal worth pursuing.

Ensure Lasting Career Joy by Aligning Your Work with Your Values

David C. Ring, MD

During the fall 2018 in-person meeting of AAOS’ Patient Safety Committee (PSC), members addressed the importance of being proactive in maintaining joy in the workplace. David C. Ring, MD, PhD, chair; committee members Todd Soung Kim, MD, Michael R. Marks, MD, MBA, Michael T. Archdeacon, MD, and Nina R. Lightdale-Miric, MD; former committee member Michael S. Pinzur, MD; and 2018 resident member Keely Boyle, MD, discussed the importance of becoming familiar with what matters most and setting up surgical practice to match those values.

Seven Common Questions in Foot and Ankle Coding

Sarah Wiskerchen, MBA, CPC

A previous article published in AAOS Now (“How to Avoid Common Mistakes When Coding Hand Procedures,” March 2019) identified common coding issues for hand procedures. This article presents seven coding conundrums and frequently asked questions pertaining to foot and ankle procedures.