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Rep. Mark Green (R-Tenn.) reintroduced a bill Thursday seeking to reform prior authorization requirements in Medicare, Medicare Advantage, and Part D prescription drug plans requiring only specialty board certified physicians to make important decisions about treatment. The prior authorization measure is used by insurers to approve the cost of treatment plans, medication and or procedures before a prescription or operation can be obtained or performed.
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The Hill (03/27/25) Ashleigh Fields
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Don’t miss out on your chance to access top-tier ASC education. Register today for the ASCA 2025 Conference & Expo, April 30–May 3 in Denver, Colorado. Head west with us to receive impactful, high-quality and cost-effective education as well as ample networking opportunities for attendees, speakers and exhibitors. Secure your spot before online registration ends on April 18! |
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ASCA Content (04/01/25)
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Proactive Infection Prevention StrategiesJoin infection prevention expert Missy Travis to get ahead of the most common post-pandemic IP citations and learn practical steps to integrate solid prevention strategies into day-to-day operations.
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Physicians are reporting a more positive outlook on their profession than in recent years and are starting to see tangible benefits of AI in alleviating administrative burdens, according to athenahealth's fourth annual Physician Sentiment Survey. Though physicians remain concerned about the state of U.S. healthcare, their day-to-day sentiment is on the rise compared to last year, with fewer physicians reporting that they are considering leaving the profession.
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Business Wire (03/25/25)
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Discover BD Surgiphor™ Antimicrobial Irrigation System. Bring sterile wound irrigation to your OR with BD Surgiphor™ Antimicrobial Irrigation System. It is the only ready-to-use, terminally sterile dilute povidone-iodine wound irrigation. Using the Surgiphor™ System can reduce variability in wound irrigation processes and supports alignment with current SHEA guidelines. Click here to learn more about Surgiphor™ Irrigation. |
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Be sure to check out the latest issue 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 Spring 2025 issue touches on the latest legislation for Medicare payment relief, how you can help advocate for ASCs and more. |
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ASCA Content (04/01/25)
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Elevating airway management is no longer beyond your reach with the McGRATH™ MAC video laryngoscope − designed for pediatric to adult patients and routine to difficult airways. Discover how you can rethink your intubation routine.
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Colonoscopy with removal of adenomas and serrated polyps significantly decreases the risk of colorectal cancer (CRC). However, a significant number of CRCs diagnosed with the use of colonoscopy are found in individuals that underwent a colonoscopy in the years preceding the diagnosis.
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Gastroenterology (03/11/25) Nanette S. Van roermund; Joep E.G. Ijspeert; Evelien Dekker
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Expertise for every phase of the journey
Your ASC should reflect your vision—innovative, efficient and built for success. We provide deep expertise during every phase – planning, execution and beyond – to help ensure there aren’t any missteps during the journey. Request a copy of Stryker’s ASC New Build Playbook today.
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On this week’s audio update, ASCA Editor in Chief Sahely Mukerji talks about ASCA’s new 10 Under 40 Honors program. This program recognizes rising stars under the age of 40 who are making waves in their facilities and shaping the ASC community. Tune in to learn about the nomination process and deadline. Winners will be featured in ASC Focus magazine in September 2025. |
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ASCA Content (04/01/25)
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The Importance of Quality Assurance in Refurbished Medical Equipment
Unlike new medical devices, the refurbishment process is not regulated by the FDA standards, leading to quality disparities across vendors. A comprehensive refurbishment ensures the equipment functions as originally designed by the OEM. This gives healthcare providers confidence that refurbished devices deliver safe, effective patient care.
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Selecting the right orthopedic implants and instruments is critical for ensuring successful patient outcomes, optimizing operational efficiency, and managing healthcare costs. With numerous options available in the market, hospitals and surgical centers must make informed decisions based on performance, durability, and cost-effectiveness.
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ECRI Institute (03/27/25)
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The Conrad State 30 and Physician Access Reauthorization Act ( H.R. 1585/ S. 709), reintroduced with bipartisan support, aims to address physician shortages in underserved areas by extending and modifying a program that grants visa waivers to foreign-trained doctors who commit to practicing in those communities. Key changes include increasing waiver availability, enhancing contract transparency and improving immigration flexibility for physician families. ASCA strongly supports this legislation, recognizing its vital role in ensuring access to quality healthcare, especially in rural areas. |
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ASCA Content (04/01/25)
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Virginia Gov. Glenn Youngkin signed into law Senate Bill 882, which authorizes certified anesthesiologist assistants licensure in the state. The law goes into effect on July 1, 2025.
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Newswise (VA) (03/25/25)
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On March 25, for the first time, a North Carolina bill explicitly identified ASCs as one of the sites of service that is entitled to bill a facility fee. The North Carolina Senate Committee on Judiciary passed SB 316 with language that excludes ASCs from the limitations placed on facility fees: “No health care provider shall charge, bill, or collect a facility fee unless the services are provided on a hospital’s main campus, at a remote location of a hospital, at a facility that includes an emergency department, or at an ambulatory surgical facility.” Read this Digital Debut to learn more. |
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ASCA Content (04/01/25)
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The Florida Society of Ophthalmology is urging lawmakers to nix a bill that would expand optometrists’ scope of practice. The bill, sponsored by Rep. Alex Rizo (HB 449), would allow optometrists to “perform board-approved laser and non-laser ophthalmic procedures” and hold themselves out as “optometrists certified in ophthalmic procedures” in advertising.
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Florida Politics (03/19/25) Drew Wilson
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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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