Tennessee Orthopaedic Society leaders joined colleagues from across the country in Washington, D.C., for the 2026 AAOS National Orthopaedic Leadership Conference, discussing several federal issues with significant implications for orthopaedic surgeons and their patients.  TOS members met with Tennessee Congressional members of both House and Senate to express our concerns over these issues.   Key topics…

The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) has proposed significant changes to the 2027 Medicare Physician Fee Schedule that could have a substantial impact on orthopaedic surgeons, physician practices and, ultimately, patients’ access to musculoskeletal care. At the Tennessee Orthopaedic Society’s recent Annual Meeting, Dr. Adam Bruggeman provided an overview of several of the…

The Tennessee Orthopaedic Society (TOS) welcomed approximately 50 members to its 2026 Annual Meeting, held July 31-Aug. 1 at the Franklin Marriott Cool Springs. The two-day meeting brought together orthopaedic surgeons and healthcare leaders from across Tennessee for educational sessions, legislative discussions, networking opportunities and recognition of excellence within the profession. The meeting featured expert-led…

FRANKLIN, Tenn. — The Tennessee Orthopaedic Society (TOS) proudly recognized Ken Moore, MD, as the recipient of the 2026 Distinguished Orthopaedic Surgeon Award during the Society’s Annual Meeting, held July 31–August 1 at the Cool Springs Marriott in Franklin, Tennessee. The award was presented by TOS President Eric N. Bowman, MD, in recognition of Dr.…

The Tennessee Orthopaedic Society is adding a dose of laughter to its 2026 Annual Meeting with a special lunchtime performance featuring Nashville-based comedian and practicing orthopedic surgeon Dr. Ben Comedy. Taking place July 31 – August 1, 2026, in Franklin, Tennessee, this year’s annual meeting will bring together orthopaedic professionals from across the state for…

The Tennessee Orthopaedic Society (TOS) remained actively engaged throughout the 2026 legislative session, advocating on several major healthcare policy issues impacting orthopaedic surgeons, patient care, and medical practice operations across Tennessee. From insurer accountability and prior authorization reform to scope of practice legislation and rural healthcare transformation, TOS maintained a strong presence at the Capitol…

NASHVILLE — The Insurance Accountability & Downcoding Reform legislation, SB2155/HB2619, advanced this week after clearing both Senate and House subcommittees, moving the proposal one step closer to a full committee vote. The bill will now be heard in the Senate Commerce and Labor Committee and the House Insurance Committee, where lawmakers will continue deliberations on…

NASHVILLE, Tenn. — Tennessee Orthopaedic Society President Dr. Eric Bowman joined lawmakers, patients and health care providers Wednesday at the Cordell Hull Building to advocate for changes in insurance practices that speakers said are delaying critical medical care. The event, held in Nashville, was hosted by state Rep. Dan Howell, R-Cleveland, and Sen. Bo Watson,…

The Tennessee Orthopaedic Society (TOS) announced a new partnership with the Safe Stars Initiative, a statewide effort dedicated to elevating safety standards in youth sports leagues across Tennessee. This collaboration underscored a shared commitment to protecting young athletes through education, prevention, and proactive health policies. As part of the partnership, Dr. Eric Bowman, President of…

NASHVILLE, Tenn. — The Tennessee Orthopaedic Society (TOS) has named Eric N. Bowman, MD as its new president to serve through 2026. Eric Bowman, MD, TOS President Dr. Bowman is a board-certified orthopaedic surgeon and associate professor of orthopaedic surgery at Vanderbilt University Medical Center. He specializes in the operative and nonoperative treatment of shoulder,…

The Tennessee Medical Association (TMA), in partnership with the Tennessee Foundation for Quality Patient Healthcare (TFQPH), has launched Know More / No More, a free, two-hour online opioid prescribing education course available to all Tennessee prescribers. This program fulfills the state’s two-hour controlled substance prescribing education requirement and provides 2 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™…

As the 2026 Tennessee legislative session approaches, the Tennessee Orthopaedic Society (TOS) is actively monitoring a range of legislative and regulatory issues that may significantly affect orthopaedic practice, patient access to care, and the preservation of physician-led care models. These priorities reflect TOS’s ongoing commitment to advocacy, patient safety, and the integrity of musculoskeletal healthcare…