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Today, Representatives Mike Kelly (R-PA), Robert Menendez Jr. (D-NJ), Troy Balderson (R-OH) and John Larson (D-CT) introduced the Medicare Beneficiary Copay Fairness Act of 2025. The Ambulatory Surgery Center Association strongly supports this bill, which would reduce beneficiary costs by capping the maximum Medicare copayment for procedures performed in ambulatory surgery centers at the inpatient deductible.
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ASCA News Release (04/24/25)
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Thank you to everyone who came out and 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 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 (05/06/25)
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Sens. Josh Hawley and Peter Welch are teaming up on bipartisan legislation aimed at lowering drug costs by barring drug companies in the U.S. from charging higher prices than the international average. While their bill is different from what the Trump administration is proposing to help finance the GOP’s megabill of tax cuts and extensions, border security investments and more, it underscores the cross-party and populist interest in cracking down on pharmaceutical companies.
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Politico (05/05/25) Ben Leonard; Jordain Carney
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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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ASCA awarded its Nap Gary Legacy Award for Lifetime Achievement in the ASC Community to Kathy Wilson, RN, former executive director of the ASC Quality Collaboration (ASCQC). David Shapiro, MD, former president and current member of the ASCA Board of Directors and anesthesiologist at Red Hills Surgical Center, presented the award to Wilson on May 2 at the ASCA 2025 Conference & Expo in Denver, Colorado. Read this ASC Focus article to learn more. |
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ASCA Content (05/06/25)
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In the first study of Medicare [ambulatory surgery center (ASC) percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI)], there appear to be higher rates of repeat PCI but no higher 30-day adverse events in ASC than [hospital outpatient]. As ASC PCI rises, further study is warranted.
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SCAI Scientific Sessions (05/01/25) Katerina Dangas
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ASCA Celebrates National Nurses Week
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National Nurses Week, Tuesday, May 6–Monday, May 12, is a time dedicated to celebrating nurses and the critical role they play in healthcare. ASCA would like to recognize the many nurses working in ASCs today for their contributions to the ASC community and the patients they serve.
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ASCA Content (05/06/25)
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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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As global trade dynamics continue to evolve, healthcare organizations are feeling the impact of rising tariffs on medical devices, equipment, and supplies. It’s clear that these increased tariffs are expected to strain the healthcare supply chain, affecting costs and availability of medical supplies and devices, and they leave leaders looking for solutions.
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ECRI Institute (04/23/25)
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ASCA has partnered with Press Ganey to provide ASCA members with special discounted rates on the Outpatient and Ambulatory Surgery Consumer Assessment of Healthcare Providers and Systems (OAS CAHPS) Survey. Facilities using Press Ganey as their OAS CAHPS Survey vendor are invited to join a free webinar, “ How to use PGFusion to view OASCAHPS data,” next Thursday, May 15, at 2:00 pm ET. This live program will provide an overview of the PGFusion platform and illustrate which dashboard you can use to see your OAS CAHPS data. Sign up now. |
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ASCA Content (05/06/25)
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When seeking ways to reduce surgical site infections, we typically focus on several key elements, including but not limited to sterile technique, antibiotic administration, and the cleanliness of instruments used during a procedure. However, other factors can contribute to the risk of infection during surgery that might be overlooked, which include personal protective equipment use, cleanliness of the suite, temperature, humidity, hand hygiene, interruptions to workflow, number of staff, and in and out traffic to the suite.
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Infection Control Today (04/23/25) Katharine J. Hoffman; Daisy Robles
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Register today for the Credentialing, Privileging & Peer Review virtual course. This on-demand course gives you the tools you need to keep your facility compliant and up to date on best practices and the latest guidance. Part I is available now, and you will automatically receive access to Part II when it becomes available later this month. Don’t miss out— register now! |
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ASCA Content (05/06/25)
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The first free surgical center in the U.S. has opened in Orange County. The Lestonnac Free Clinic’s new surgery center will rely on a network of surgeons donating their time to perform low-risk vital procedures for patients who cannot afford care.
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LAist (05/03/25) Aaron Schrank
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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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