Insurance Type as an Independent Factor of Surgical Delay After Anterior Cruciate Ligament Injury
Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine
Published online on June 03, 2026
Abstract
Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 6, June 2026.
Background:Anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction (ACLR) is time-sensitive, as surgical delays exceeding 120 days are associated with an increased risk of secondary meniscal injury. Insurance type is a known determinant of health care access; however, ...
Background:Anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction (ACLR) is time-sensitive, as surgical delays exceeding 120 days are associated with an increased risk of secondary meniscal injury. Insurance type is a known determinant of health care access; however, ...