Table 3.
Compliance with AAOS guidelines by subspecialty of referring orthopaedist.
| Subspecialty of referring provider | Compliance rate (%) |
|---|---|
| Adult reconstruction | 23/47 (49) |
| General orthopaedics | 17/43 (40) |
| Other orthopaedic subspecialtya | 11/23 (48) |
Includes sports, spine, hand, pediatrics, and foot and ankle subspecialists.