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7 anesthesia legislation updates in 2025
Since the beginning of 2025, lawmakers in several states have proposed legislation to address anesthesia reimbursement policies and regulations for certified registered nurse practice regulations.
5 technology trends ASCs can't afford to miss
From AI to advanced surgical technology, there is a wide range of promising technology available for ASCs.
Workforce pressures straining ASCs — here's how they can tackle them
Staffing shortages are straining ASCs, particularly among nursing and anesthesia roles.
Several 'scope creep' bills hit Florida legislature
Florida legislatures are set to begin their 60-day session on March 4, in which they will consider several pieces of “scope of practice” related legislation.
USPI's cautious cardiology strategy: 5 things to know
Dallas-based United Surgical Partners International is taking a measured approach to the outpatient migration of cardiology procedures, executives said during a Feb. 12 earnings call.
AdventHealth Lake Wales adds 1st cardiologist
AdventHealth Lake Wales (Fla.) has expanded its staff by adding Saiyed Mohib, MD.
Cardiologist picked to lead OU Health, OU College of Medicine
Oklahoma City-based University of Oklahoma College of Medicine has named Isabella Grumbach, MD, PhD, as chair of the department of internal medicine and clinical service chief at OU Health.
Mass General Brigham partners with Regent Surgical
Boston-based Mass General Brigham has partnered with ASC management company Regent Surgical.
6 hospitals, health systems laying off employees
Here are six hospitals and health systems that are laying off or plan to lay off employees since Feb. 1, as reported by Becker’s:
10 highest-paying states for PAs
Physician assistants in California earned the highest average salary in 2023, reaching $143,074 — a notable 11.5% increase since 2019, according to a Feb. 24 report from the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants.
