Developing a Robust QAPI Program

WEBINAR: October 21, 2025, 1:00 pm ET (On Demand October 22–December 31, 2026)

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Speaker(s): Tina J. DiMarino, DNP, RN, CNOR, CASC

Continuing Education: Eligible for 1 hour of AEU/CE | AEU Content Area: Quality Management

Discuss the CMS requirements for a Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement (QAPI) program and the components necessary to ensure compliance with the Conditions for Coverage and Accreditation. The session will describe strategies for data collection, benchmarking and making the QAPI program robust, as well as discuss ideas for and the steps necessary to perform a focus study.

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Tina J. DiMarino, DNP, RN, CNOR, CASC
Chief Executive Officer, Custom Surgical Consultants

Tina DiMarino earned her Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) degree in Executive Leadership at George Washington University. Prior to that, she earned her Master of Science degree in Nursing (MSN) with a focus in Leadership and graduated Summa Cum Laude with her BSN degree from Notre Dame of Maryland University. Tina earned her Master of Business Administration (MBA) degree from West Texas A&M University.

Tina DiMarino has worked in the ambulatory surgery industry for 24 years, serving the last 21 years as an administrator. She holds certifications as a Certified Operating Room Nurse (CNOR) and as a Certified Ambulatory Surgery Center Administrator (CASC). She is also an ASC consultant, developing and managing centers nationwide. She serves on the board of the Maryland Ambulatory Surgery Association.