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5 numbers on HOPD vs. ASC costs
The reimbursement disparity between hospital outpatient departments and ASCs is frustrating leaders as costs soar.
Orthopedic procedures are skyrocketing at ASCs. Here's why.
Orthopedics is among the most popular specialties for ASCs, with many patients turning to the facilities for outpatient procedures.
Cardiology ASCs have potential. Here's what stands in their way.
For years, ASC leaders have mentioned cardiology as being the industry’s next big ticket specialty. However, the golden age of cardiology has yet to come.
10 best, worst cities for jobs
Scottsdale, Ariz., is the best city for jobs, while Newark, N.J., is the worst, according to personal finance site WalletHub.
Baptist Health, Compass Surgical Partners to launch ASC network
Jacksonville, Fla.-based Baptist Health has partnered with ASC management organization Compass Surgical Partners to launch a network of ASCs that will be branded as Horizon Surgery Center.
UVA Medicine taps new ophthalmology chair
The Charlottesville-based University of Virginia School of Medicine hastapped Albert Jun, MD, PhD, as its new chair of the department of ophthalmology effective May 6.
Anesthesiologists in the headlines: 5 key stories in 1 month
From license suspensions to leadership moves, here are five anesthesiologists who have made headlines since Dec. 5:
Hip arthroscopy cost at ASCs by state
Alaska is the most expensive state to have a hip arthroscopy at an ASC, according to Sidecar Health’s care calculator.
Cigna terminates contract with Tennessee anesthesia provider
Cigna terminated its contract with Knoxville-based American Anesthesiology of Tennessee, an affiliate of North American Partners in Anesthesia, on Jan. 1, the medical practice said.
Healthcare fraud crackdown: What ASCs, physicians need to know
Healthcare fraud lawsuits are expected to continue to rise in 2024, with some practices more at risk than others.
