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The payer trends concerning GI leaders

From reimbursement declines to anesthesia availability, George Dickstein, MD, vice president of clinical affairs of Gastro Health Massachusetts, joined Becker’s to discuss the payer trends that are concerning him most. 

University of Mississippi Medical Center to open ASC, medical office building

The University of Mississippi Medical Center is planning a 131,000-square-foot educational campus in Ridgeland, Miss., that will include an ASC, medical office building, imaging center and multimedia classrooms, according to a June 19 report from the M…

3 ways ASCs can battle provider shortages

As practices nationwide continue to face provider shortages, there are ways ASCs can remain competitive when it comes to recruiting talent, according to seven leaders who spoke with Becker’s. 

What ASCs need to know about the Corporate Transparency Act

A law requiring businesses — including certain health systems and practices —  to report who owns or has significant control over their operations went into effect in January.

What ASCs need to know about the Corporate Transparency Act

A law requiring businesses — including certain health systems and practices —  to report who owns or has significant control over their operations went into effect in January.

What CMS has done in 2024

CMS has made several policy changes this year that have shifted the ASC market, affecting issues such as prior authorization, reimbursement and billable procedures.

How 3 ASCs are staying competitive to providers

Staffing has remained a persistent thorn in the side of physician practices, hospitals and ASCs alike. However, some ASCs have developed their own strategy, such as in-depth interview processes, ownership opportunities and competitive benefits, to over…

AmSurg, CompEye acquire Las Vegas ASC

Private-equity backed management company AmSurg has acquired Las Vegas-based Alta Rose Surgery Center in partnership with Comprehensive EyeCare Partners, one of the nation’s largest vision care practice management organizations.

Northside Hospital Gwinnett opens endoscopy unit

Lawrenceville, Ga.-based Northside Hospital Gwinnett has opened its Advanced Center for Interventional Pulmonary and Gastrointestinal Services. 

Intermountain Health set to open Utah ASC

Salt Lake City-based Intermountain Healthcare is close to opening a new ASC In Layton, Utah, on its Intermountain Layton Hospital campus.