Humana partnering with Ky., Ind., orthopedic groups to improve surgery outcomes

Humana announced this week that it will partner with orthopedic specialty groups in Kentucky and Indiana to improve outcomes and costs for hip and knee replacements.According to a press release, Louisville-based Humana Inc. (NYSE: HUM) will partner with eight orthopedic groups to implement a value-based care model — rather than a fee-for-services model — for Humana Medicare Advantage members getting total hip or knee replacements.In Kentucky, Humana will work with:Commonwealth Orthop