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Mercer, a business of Marsh McLennan and a global leader in helping clients realize their investment objectives, shape the future of work and enhance health and retirement outcomes for their people, today released new research, Future of the U.S. Healthcare Industry: Labor Market Projections by 2028. The report projects a nationwide healthcare worker shortage of 100,000 by 2028.
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Business Wire (08/29/24)
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The Outpatient and Ambulatory Surgery Consumer Assessment of Healthcare Providers and Systems (OAS CAHPS) Survey will become mandatory for Medicare-certified ASCs on January 1, 2025. Learn what you need to know to comply and avoid future cuts to your Medicare reimbursement rates in the “ OAS CAHPS Keys to Success” episode of ASCA’s Advancing Surgical Care Podcast. |
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ASCA Content (09/10/24)
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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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Facing a fifth consecutive year of Medicare payment reductions, the American Medical Association (AMA) issued a clarion call today to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), urging the agency to be fully transparent about the impact of these payment cuts on physicians and patients. CMS proposed in July a payment reduction of 2.8%. CMS also estimated that the Medicare Economic Index (MEI)—the agency’s measure of practice cost inflation—will increase by 3.6%.
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AMA News Release (09/05/24)
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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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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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Odin Medical Ltd., an Olympus Corporation company, has received U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) 510(k) clearance for the first cloud-based Artificial Intelligence (AI) technology designed to assist gastroenterologists in detecting suspected colorectal polyps during colonoscopy procedures, the CADDIE computer-aided detection device. In the constantly evolving, fast-paced world of AI, this innovative cloud-based technology supports doctors to improve the detection of the early signs of colorectal cancer using AI software that can be remotely updated.
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PR Newswire (09/05/24)
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On this week’s audio update, ASCA Regulatory Policy & Research Manager Alex Taira summarizes key elements of comments ASCA recently submitted to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) regarding the agency’s proposed Physician Fee Schedule for 2025. |
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ASCA Content (09/10/24)
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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.
- See case revenue, cost, and profit margin
- Make informed decisions before accepting cases.
- Communicate in real-time with vendors to manage material costs effectively
Learn more here.
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The California legislature passed AB 3129 late Saturday night, the last day of the legislative session. The final bill included some amendments in the final days of the legislative session that carved out certain types of transactions and health care providers from the scope of the bill. If signed by Governor Newsom, AB 3129 will require notice and, in some instances, consent of the California Attorney General or certain investments by private equity groups and hedge funds in the California health care industry beginning on January 1, 2025.
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JD Supra (09/04/24) Paul Gomez; Matthew Lin; Ashley Osak
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Register today 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 (09/10/24)
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Do you feel as though you are spending more of your precious working time on hold, waiting to talk with a so-called peer from a patient’s health plan so that you can ensure the patient can get the medicine or procedure you know they need? Sadly, you are not alone.
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American Medical Association (08/30/24) Tanya Albert Henry
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Renew your ASCA membership online today! With your membership comes a variety of benefits, including complimentary access to ASCA’s virtual education programs, that help you run your ASC more efficiently, provide quality patient care and stay up to date on industry trends and regulations. See all the ways you can put your ASCA benefits to good use. Not yet a member? Join ASCA today.
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ASCA Content (09/10/24)
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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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