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Medical device maker Baxter said on Thursday it expects to restart the highest-throughput intravenous solutions manufacturing line at a hurricane-hit plant in North Carolina within the next week. The temporary closure last month of the Marion site, which makes 60% of the nation's supply of IV fluids and peritoneal dialysis solutions as per the American Hospital Association, had triggered a shortage of intravenous products.
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Reuters (10/24/24)
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Join Tuttnauer as they investigate the development of a tabletop sterilizer.Established in 1925, Tuttnauer has been an industry leader for nearly 100 years with expert knowledge as a manufacturer of infection control solutions. Tuttnauer is investigating the development of a new tabletop sterilizer designed for ASCs. It is a unique device, that is completely new to the sterilization device market, and we want you to be part of our research and development! We are seeking feedback from professionals directly involved in defining sterilization protocols and ensuring the operational efficiency of ASC sterilization processes. We will share the device concept and application via a video focus group (90 Minutes) or a personal interview (45 Minutes), followed by a series of prepared questions. We want to hear from you!
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The Denver International Airport is the largest in the country and ranks fourth for the greatest number of direct flight routes, so getting to the ASCA 2025 Conference & Expo should be a breeze. ASCA 2025, taking place April 30–May 3 in Denver, Colorado, 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 now to get the best rate! |
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ASCA Content (10/29/24)
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The AHA in partnership with the FBI today released a new resource and webpage on mitigating targeted violence in health care settings. Targeted violence in health care refers to intentional and harmful acts in which care teams, patients and health care facilities are specifically singled out.
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AHA News (10/22/24)
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2024 ASC Industry Report Now Available: The 2024 State of the Industry Report is live, with data from 590+ ASCs across 47 states. Read the report now and schedule a demo to learn how HST can help you meet and exceed industry standards.
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On this week’s audio update, ASCA Chief Advocacy Officer Kara Newbury provides an important update about the prior authorization project for ASCs announced by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) in February. This novel demonstration project would require ASCs to perform a small number of certain procedures to obtain prior authorization from CMS before being able to perform the procedures on Medicare patients. Tune in to learn more about ASCA’s objections to prior authorizations and the advocacy steps the organization is taking to seek a change of policy. |
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ASCA Content (10/29/24)
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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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Examining the retina, particularly the macula, before cataract surgery is important to set appropriate patient expectations and aid in IOL selection. With a beautiful cataract surgery, we only get a great picture if the macula is normal and healthy.
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Ocular Surgery News (10/23/24) Ugay Devgan
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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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The data submission period for the third quarter (Q3) of ASCA’s 2024 Clinical & Operational Benchmarking Survey closes this Thursday, October 31. This valuable online resource provides data you can use to improve clinical outcomes, staff indicators, billing performance and more at your facility. If you haven’t already, subscribe today so you can submit your data and receive comparison data for the remainder of the year. |
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ASCA Content (10/29/24)
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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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Be sure to check out the latest edition of ASCA’s “ ASC Physician Brief,” a quarterly one-pager to share with both the owner and nonowner physicians who work in your ASC. The Fall 2024 edition, which covers a proposed 2.8 percent cut to the physician conversion factor for 2025, the infrequency of hospital admissions following ASC surgeries and more, is available on ASCA’s website. |
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ASCA Content (10/29/24)
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Get Compliance Peace of MindWith an incomplete picture of compliance and credentialing, your risks are higher, you’re reactive, and you have a greater chance of penalties. Check out these nine reports to determine if your current reporting is making the grade. If not, consider an alternative solution that will deliver peace of mind.
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People who experience poor sleep in the month before surgery may be more likely to develop postoperative delirium, according to new research being presented at the ANESTHESIOLOGY 2024 annual meeting. Postoperative delirium is a change in mental function that can cause confusion and occurs in up to 15% of surgical patients.
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Newswise (10/15/24)
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As the year nears its end, ASCA examines the 450 bills that it tracked across the 50 states this year. State legislatures used their 2024 sessions to tackle major issues in healthcare with implications for ASCs, from price transparency and prior authorization to facility fee restrictions. Read this Digital Debut to learn more. |
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ASCA Content (10/29/24)
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The number of people treated with anti-VEGF medications has grown exponentially since these sight-saving medications were first approved in 2006. Many of these people, treated for conditions such as macular degeneration and diabetic eye disease, will inevitably develop a cataract, a common condition among aging adults.
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American Academy of Ophthalmology (10/17/24)
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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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