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U.S. Representatives Terri Sewell of Alabama and Brian Fitzpatrick of Pennsylvania have introduced the Resident Physician Shortage Reduction Act of 2025, a bipartisan effort aimed at tackling the nation’s doctor shortage by expanding Medicare-supported medical residency positions by 14,000 over the next seven years. “Our nation’s doctor shortage threatens to make it harder for millions of Americans to access the lifesaving care they depend on,” said Rep. Sewell.
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ABC3340.com (06/10/25)
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Learn how to keep your facility’s compensation packages competitive with ASCA’s 2025 Salary & Benefits Survey. This survey collects national, regional and state data on 20+ ASC positions and is a vital tool that assists ASCs in attracting and retaining the best employees. Data submission closes Monday, June 30. The survey takes less than 15 minutes to complete and there is no cost to participate. Facilities that complete at least 40 percent of the survey will receive personalized results for free! |
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ASCA Content (06/17/25)
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How To Evaluate AI for Real ImpactAI in ASC operations is a low-risk, high-reward strategy that is paying off for many of your peers. The key is to identify the tools or workflows that go beyond the buzz to provide true efficiency and cost-savings. Get started with this checklist.
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Physicians are divided over how the massive Republican budget bill moving through Congress would insulate doctors from future Medicare cuts without continuing financial incentives to provide better care through alternative payment models. The "doc fix" championed by the American Medical Association, among other groups, would solve a long-standing complaint about the way Medicare pays physicians.
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Axios (06/12/25) Maya Goldman
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Listen to the latest episode of the Advancing Surgical Care Podcast to hear ASCA Chief Executive Officer Bill Prentice’s interview with Naya Kehayes, a national speaker on ASC business strategy and current member of the ASCA Government Affairs Committee. Kehayes covers highlights from her presentation “Pro Tips for Successful ASC Payer Contract Negotiations” at ASCA’s annual conference this past May and provides practical and insightful advice that can benefit every ASC. |
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ASCA Content (06/17/25)
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Modern Healthcare named Tamala Norris-McJunkins, RN, member of ASCA’s Public Affairs Committee and senior vice president and enterprise chief clinical officer of Surgery Partners, as one of its 50 Most Influential Clinical Executives for 2025, according to a release. This recognition honors licensed clinicians in executive leadership roles who are shaping the future of healthcare through innovation, leadership and measurable impact.
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ASC Focus (06/13/25)
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Both parts of ASCA’s Credentialing, Privileging & Peer Review virtual course are now available on demand. This course provides the tools you need to keep your facility compliant and up to date on best practices and the latest guidance. The course—along with ASCA’s entire suite of virtual education—is included in 2025 ASCA membership. Don’t miss out— register now to get access to both parts of this essential virtual course! |
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ASCA Content (06/17/25)
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ASCs that have administered AHRQ’s Ambulatory Surgery Center Survey on Patient Safety Culture any time between July 2023 and June 2025 can voluntarily submit survey data to the SOPS ASC Survey Database. ASCs that have not yet administered the survey may still do so. The database will be open until June 20 but may be extended until June 27. Participating ASCs will receive feedback reports displaying both their results and aggregated, de-identified results from all database participants. Visit the site to access survey and supporting materials and learn more about database submission. For questions, please contact the AHRQ patient safety culture databases team at 1-888-324-9790 or email DatabasesOnSafetyCulture@westat.com. |
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AHRQ (06/12/25)
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Thank you to everyone who joined us in Denver for the ASCA 2025 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 Monday, 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 (06/17/25)
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Corporate investors hoping to take over local health care facilities in Oregon could soon face one of the hardest markets nationwide. Senate Bill 951, which was quietly signed into law by Gov. Tina Kotek on Monday, sets the strongest regulations on private and corporate control of medical practices in the nation, according to industry lawyers.
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Oregon Capital Chronicle (06/09/25) Shaanth Nanguneri
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ASCA backs the Improving Seniors’ Timely Access to Care Act of 2025, a critical, bipartisan and zero-cost bill that seeks to significantly streamline the prior authorization process for Medicare Advantage beneficiaries. ASCA joins a coalition of more than 235 organizations, 52 senators and 120 representatives. This bill aims to reduce administrative burdens on healthcare providers, allowing them to dedicate more time to patient care rather than paperwork, and ultimately improving access to essential services for millions of seniors. Read this Digital Debut to learn more. |
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ASCA Content (06/17/25)
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Today, the Anesthesia Patient Safety Foundation proudly hosted a Capitol Hill briefing, highlighting the critical need to update anesthesia monitoring standards to include continuous blood pressure monitoring. Current intermittent blood pressure monitoring devices frequently miss dangerous drops in blood pressure during surgery, which is associated with preventable patient harm.
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PR Newswire (06/10/25)
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The International Association for Ambulatory Surgery (IAAS) presented a webinar, “ Perioperative Management of Patients on GLP-1 Receptor Agonists,” on June 14. Faiz Shariff, MD, a metabolic and bariatric surgeon, presented the webinar. Based at WellSpan Health, Shariff brings more than five years of experience to the fight against obesity. The webinar is recorded and registered attendees can watch it at any time they choose. |
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ASCA Content (06/17/25)
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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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