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Congress pushes forward with 2.8% Medicare pay cut
A funding bill released by House Republicans would allow the 2.8% Medicare physician pay cut to take effect.
The 20 happiest cities in America
Fremont, Calif., has been named the happiest city in the U.S., according to WalletHub’s 2025 rankings.
Texas ASC property sold
A building housing Eye Consultants of Texas & Lonestar Ambulatory Surgery Center in Grapevine has been sold.
The biggest threat to physician practices right now
A short-term funding bill was introduced in Congress March 8 to avoid an imminent government shutdown and extend government funding through September, CBS News reported March 10.
5 highest-paid anesthesiologists in Salt Lake City
The highest-paid anesthesiologist in Salt Lake City earns $704,000 per year, according to Medscape’s salary reporter tool, which is much higher than the mean annual wage of $339,470 anesthesiologists make according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
GLP-1s and total joint replacement: 10 things to know
The use of GLP-1s in the perioperative period surrounding major surgeries, such as total joint arthroplasties, is a growing source of concern among orthopedic surgeons.
5 make-or-break ASC deals
The ASC industry continues to see rapid consolidation, investment and strategic partnerships as healthcare organizations seek to expand their market presence.
The practice sustainability conundrum
The number of independent physicians has been on a steady decline — around 108,700 physicians left private practice for employment between 2019 and 2021, according to a report from Avalere.
How ASCs can survive California's minimum wage hike
The recent minimum wage increase in California has presented financial challenges for many ASCs, forcing smaller physician-owned practices to compete with larger hospitals and organizations for staff.
Anesthesia laws in flux: 4 updates to state legislation
Anesthesia regulations are evolving across many states as shifting practice standards and changing insurance policies face increased scrutiny.
