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Colorectal cancer is a leading cause of cancer incidence and mortality in the United States, with rates recently increasing among adults younger than 65 years. In 2018, the American Cancer Society lowered the recommended age to initiate screening for average-risk adults to age 45 years.
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CA: A Cancer Journal for Clinicians (05/27/26) Andrew M. D. Wolf; Richard M. Hoffman; Louise C. Walter; et al.
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Thank you to everyone who joined us in Washington, D.C., for the ASCA + SAMBA Conference & Expo! If you attended the conference, be sure to request your continuing education (CE) credits online via ASCA’s Education & Events Portal. The deadline to request CE credits is June 30.As a reminder, you must complete evaluations for the sessions you attended before you can request CE credits. |
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ASCA Content (06/02/26)
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Major reforms were finalized today to strengthen the No Surprises Act by making the Federal Independent Dispute Resolution (IDR) process more efficient and transparent, while also saving money for millions of Americans. The final rule improves the process used to resolve out-of-network payment disputes between providers and payers—cutting administrative costs and improving how disputes are handled.
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CMS Press Release (05/28/26)
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OEM Devices You Already Use—At a Discounted PriceMinimize disruption and maximize readiness with Synergy Surgical. Immediate access to OEM devices, no contracts, no minimums, and same-day shipping.
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ASCA joined hands with ASC Data and ASC News to produce the State of the ASC Market 2026 report. The report takes a deep dive into what’s driving density-first growth, where specialty development is heating up, why health systems are treating surgery centers as essential infrastructure, and which constraints could shape the pace of change in 2026 and beyond. Download the report today. |
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ASCA Content (06/02/26)
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Save Up To 50% on Demo & Refurbished Medical EquipmentSoma Tech Intl has been a trusted leader in the refurbished medical equipment industry for over 30 years, offering new, demo, & refurbished capital medical equipment up to 50% below OEM prices with the same service and warranty as new.
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States struggling to recruit physicians for rural communities could soon get new tools under bipartisan legislation introduced by U.S. Senators Kevin Cramer (R-ND) and Amy Klobuchar (D-MN) aimed at modernizing the Conrad 30 J-1 Visa Waiver Program. International medical graduates typically utilize a J-1 visa to complete their medical residency and training in the United States. But due to a visa requirement, individuals are required to return to their home country for two years before applying for employment as a physician.
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U.S. Sen. Kevin Cramer Press Release (05/22/26)
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Learn how one ASC reduced aged AR by 33% and boosted cash per case by 6% in six months through focused revenue integrity, analytics, and hands-on collaboration. The results highlight what’s possible when strategy and execution align.Read more.
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Get to know ASCA’s Board of Directors through the ASC Focus series of Q&A interviews. Read this Digital Debut to learn more about Brian Cohen, MD, ASCA Board member and administrative chief at Miami Anesthesia Services in Aventura, Florida. |
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ASCA Content (06/02/26)
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Ambulatory surgery centers (ASCs) continue to exert a profound influence on the delivery of cardiovascular care. Over the past decade, cardiovascular ACSs have redefined traditional approaches to elective cardiac treatment by demonstrating comparable safety, effectiveness, and efficiency metrics comparable to hospitals and cohort centers.
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EP Lab Digest (05/01/26) Vol. 26, No. 5 Cesar D. Garcia
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The American Nurses Association, the American Association of Nurse Anesthesiology, the Association of Women's Health, Obstetric and Neonatal Nurses, the American College of Nurse Midwives, the American Holistic Nurses Association, the Association of Pediatric Hematology/Oncology Nurses, Chi Eta Phi Sorority, Incorporated, the Health Ministries Association, the National Association of Clinical Nurse Specialists, and the National Association of Nurse Practitioners in Women's Health have jointly filed a lawsuit challenging the Department of Education’s exclusion of advanced nursing degrees from the definition of “professional degree” programs in the final rule implementing federal student loan borrowing limits.
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Globe Newswire (05/30/26)
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The ASCA Member Retirement Plan is a 401(k) retirement plan benefit available exclusively to ASCA members. The plan is designed to allow participating facilities an opportunity to reduce their administrative burden, streamline employee benefit offerings and offload fiduciary liability. Learn more today. |
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ASCA Content (06/02/26)
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As healthcare delivery grows more complex, addressing persistent risks requires a focused, industrywide effort. Through Joint Commission’s work evaluating healthcare organizations in providing safe and effective care, the organization is uniquely positioned to identify and address these challenges with practical, actionable strategies to drive measurable improvement.
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Joint Commission Press Release (05/28/26)
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The Accreditation Association for Ambulatory Health Care announced two upcoming Achieving Accreditation educational programs designed to help ambulatory healthcare organizations strengthen AAAHC accreditation readiness and gain practical insight into the organization's new v45 Standards, according to a release. Offered in both a live virtual format, September 14-16, 2026, and an onsite experience, December 10-11, 2026, at the Red Rock Casino Resort and Spa, Las Vegas, the educational programs provide flexible learning pathways tailored to the evolving needs of ambulatory care professionals.
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ASC Focus (05/29/26)
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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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