Ambulatory Surgery Center News
6 New ASCs Opening by SCSA
Surgery Center Services of America New Builds Mesa, Ariz.-based Surgery Center Services of America has plans to open six ASCs in the next year, CEO Philip Blair told Becker's ASC Review. Here are...
6 Stark Law Impacts on ASCs
Stark Law: What ASCs need to know this year From laws governing physician self-referral to group practice structure, here are six Stark Law updates from 2021 that ASCs should know. Physician...
5 things About the No Surprise Act
Operations Impact Overview Starting today January 1st, 2022 many ASCs will have to comply with aspects of the No Surprises Act, a controversial measure aimed to end surprise medical bills for...
5 Hurdles Threatening ASC Profitability
Operating Environment Overview From COVID-19 to CMS removing 255 procedures from the ASC-payable list, ASCs are facing many obstacles in maintaining profitability. 1. Mitigating the impact of...
8 Federal Updates to know Effecting ASCs
Regulatory Update Overview CMS issued warnings to 256 hospitals deemed not in compliance with its price transparency rule as of late September. Here are eight federal updates from the last two...
6 Surgical Innovations Defining ASCs
Innovation Overview For prospective owners the need occurs for defining ASC industry, has seen distinct surgical advancements in specialties such as cardiology and spine, allowing for more...
The Biggest Threats to ASCs Today
ASC Operating Challenges ASCs have faced multiple challenges since the pandemic began in March 2020, from limited elective procedures and temporary center closures to staff furloughs and high...
How ASCs Can Remain Competitive
Competitive Strategy Overview Simply provide the most available block time, superbly trained (in bedside manner and skill set) staff and a state-of-the-art facility. This scenario is conducive to...
15 Takeaways from ASC Leaders
Industry Trends Overview During the Becker's ASC Review 27th Annual Meeting: The Business and Operations of ASCs, which took place Oct. 21-23 in Chicago, several experts shared insight on the key...