# #55 A Legacy of Advocacy: How OrthoPAC Is Shaping Healthcare Policy

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Podcast: [AAOS Now Podcast](https://stenobird.com/podcast/aaos-now-podcast-1219022)
Published: 2025-07-22T19:52:00+00:00
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## Resource

This episode highlights the influential role of the Orthopaedic Political Action Committee (OrthoPAC) in amplifying the voices of orthopaedic surgeons on Capitol Hill and advancing patient care. Dr. Wayne Johnson, Chair of OrthoPAC, shares insights on the committee’s mission, its major legislative victories—including payment reform and surprise billing—and its ongoing efforts to address key challenges like Medicare reimbursement cuts, prior authorization burdens, and advocacy for physician-owned hospitals. The discussion also explores the importance of bipartisan collaboration, mentorship, and how orthopaedic surgeons at all career stages can get involved in advocacy efforts. Host: Dr. Richard Schaefer, Editorial Board Member, AAOS NowGuest: Dr. Wayne Johnson, Chair, AAOS Orthopaedic Political Action Committee

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