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Big announcement: Starting in 2025, ASCA membership will include ASCA’s virtual education! This means ASCA members will have free, unlimited access to virtual courses and webinars. Stay tuned for additional information about this exciting new development. |
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ASCA Content (09/04/24)
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This week’s audio update provides an update on the 2025 proposed payment rule for ASCs; information about early registration for the ASCA 2025 Conference & Expo in Denver, Colorado; important news about ASCA membership renewals; and highlights from a recent study published in Perioperative Medicine journal regarding the safety and efficacy of surgeries performed in ASCs. We hope you will take just a few minutes to listen to this news. |
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ASCA Content (09/04/24)
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Are You Accepting Unprofitable Cases at Your ASC?With HST Profit Forecast, automatically calculate case profitability using your ASC’s historical case data.
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In the 1960s, healthcare professionals and government leaders began conceptualizing a plan to revolutionize outpatient surgery through affordability, accessibility, and quality. On February 12, 1970, the first Ambulatory Surgery Center was opened in Phoenix, Ariz.
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Iredell Free News (08/29/24) Mike Fuhrman
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Deterra is the Solution for Safe Medication DisposalProviders and patients can destroy unused medications quickly and easily with Deterra® Drug Deactivation and Disposal Pouches. Read testimonials and learn how you can order case quantities of pouches for healthcare use.
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Outpatient surgery in Brazil is emerging as a promising sector for consolidation and investment, following the successful model of the United States. The reality of the health care market in the country presents several sectors that have already reached a high level of maturity and consolidation.
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Saúde Business (08/28/24) Fabricio Galvao
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Versatility in every drop: With its low-foam, pH-neutral, ultra-concentrated formulation, XEN Enzymatic+ delivers superb control for cleaning a wide range of medical instruments, including your most intricate devices.
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Registration is now open for the ASCA 2025 Conference & Expo! Join us April 30–May 3 as we head west to Denver, Colorado, for the first time. ASCA 2025 is the premier ASC event of the year, offering the most impactful, high-quality and cost-effective education as well as ample networking opportunities for attendees, speakers and exhibitors. Register by December 31 to get the best rate! |
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ASCA Content (09/04/24)
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TPG Inc. and UnitedHealth Group Inc. are among the suitors seeking to buy Surgery Partners Inc., according to people with knowledge of the matter. The buyout firm and health insurance company have separately expressed preliminary interest in Surgery Partners, according to the people, who asked not to be identified discussing confidential information.
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Bloomberg (08/23/24) Michelle F. Davis; Ryan Gould
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Top-Quality Procedure Trays from PAJUNKPajunk USA provides a comprehensive selection of procedural trays tailored for regional anesthesia and pain management needs. Our offerings include Single-Shot, CPNB, Spinal, Epidural and CSE, as well as custom and support trays. Learn more.
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The 56-year-old inpatient is scared and worried. His physician has told him the swelling in his right calf that brought him to the hospital may be caused by an “agent” or “pathogen,” but he is confused. An “agent” sounds like a person, and a “pathogen” sounds like “psychopath.”
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American Medical Association (08/28/24) Kevin B. O'Reilly
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The OAS CAHPS Survey will become mandatory next year for all eligible Medicare-certified ASCs. It’s imperative that all ASCs start now.The survey is designed to measure patient experience with overall care received in ASCs. Visit ASCA’s OAS CAHPS Survey page to learn more about the approved survey vendors and find out what you need to do to get started. ASCA members receive a discount if they use Press Ganey as their vendor. |
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ASCA Content (09/04/24)
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AMSURG, an independent leader in ambulatory surgery center services, partnered with LifeBridge Health and the Woodholme Group to open the EndoCentre of Westminster, in Westminster, Maryland, a gastroenterology outpatient surgery center. Located at 535 Old Westminster Pike, the 5,400-square-foot center contains two procedure rooms fully equipped with the latest technologies designed to provide patients with the utmost privacy and comfort.
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PR Newswire (08/26/24)
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ASCA’s August 2024 60-Second Survey asked questions regarding the time and resources necessary to report measures in the Medicare ASC Quality Reporting (ASCQR) Program. The survey received 321 responses from surgery centers in 46 states. Read this Digital Debut to learn more about the survey results. |
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ASCA Content (09/04/24)
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McLaren Health Care announced that it is fully operational after experiencing a cyberattack earlier this month. In an update, the health system said its information technology platforms have been restored, and all temporary procedures that were enacted have been lifted.
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CBSNews.com (08/26/24)
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About ASCAMission: The Ambulatory Surgery Center Association (ASCA) is the national membership association that represents ambulatory surgery centers (ASCs) and provides advocacy and resources to assist ASCs in delivering high-quality, cost-effective ambulatory surgery to all the patients they serve. About Us: At ASCA, we are eager to help you become better acquainted with our nation's ASCs and the people who own and operate them. We are also eager to help you develop policies on ASC-related issues. If you have questions, please contact us. We'll put you in touch with the experts and, if you like, arrange for you to visit an ASC in your area. Contact Us: Advertising inquiries should be addressed to Chris Schriever or Alex Yewdell at 202.337.1897 or at advertising@ascassociation.org. Follow ASCA on
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