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Specialties Ready for ASC Growth

Specialties Ready for ASC Growth

Current Landscape Overview Some specialties have flourished while others have remained stagnant in the ASC market as there is a continued growth. In order for a specialty to not only survive but...

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6 New ASCs Opening by SCSA

6 New ASCs Opening by SCSA

Surgery Center Services of America New Builds Mesa, Ariz.-based Surgery Center Services of America has plans to open six ASCs in the next year, CEO Philip Blair told Becker's ASC Review. Here are...

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Top 10 States for New ASC Construction

Top 10 States for New ASC Construction

Key State data behind ASC growth A physician or organization looking at new ASC construction there are multiple factors to consider when making that first crucial step on deciding your location....

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6 Stark Law Impacts on ASCs

6 Stark Law Impacts on ASCs

Stark Law: What ASCs need to know this year From laws governing physician self-referral to group practice structure, here are six Stark Law updates from 2021 that ASCs should know. Physician...

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5 things About the No Surprise Act

5 things About the No Surprise Act

Operations Impact Overview Starting today January 1st, 2022 many ASCs will have to comply with aspects of the No Surprises Act, a controversial measure aimed to end surprise medical bills for...

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5 Hurdles Threatening ASC Profitability

5 Hurdles Threatening ASC Profitability

Operating Environment Overview From COVID-19 to CMS removing 255 procedures from the ASC-payable list, ASCs are facing many obstacles in maintaining profitability.   1. Mitigating the impact of...

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8 Federal Updates to know Effecting ASCs

8 Federal Updates to know Effecting ASCs

Regulatory Update Overview CMS issued warnings to 256 hospitals deemed not in compliance with its price transparency rule as of late September. Here are eight federal updates from the last two...

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6 Surgical Innovations Defining ASCs

6 Surgical Innovations Defining ASCs

Innovation Overview For prospective owners the need occurs for defining ASC industry, has seen distinct surgical advancements in specialties such as cardiology and spine, allowing for more...

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The Biggest Threats to ASCs Today

The Biggest Threats to ASCs Today

ASC Operating Challenges ASCs have faced multiple challenges since the pandemic began in March 2020, from limited elective procedures and temporary center closures to staff furloughs and high...

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