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The 4 things 1 ASC is struggling to keep in stock
Since the COVID-19 pandemic, practices have faced a myriad of supply challenges, from rising costs to persistent shortages.
Physicians hoping for payer negotiations in 2024
Several major payers have faced criticism in 2023 for reimbursement and prior authorization changes within the gastroenterology space.
Why some physicians are working into their late 60s
While the largest percentage of physicians plan to retire in their mid- to late 60s, around a quarter of practitioners plan on continuing to practice well into their 70s, according to Medscape’s 2023 “Physicians Eye Retirement Report,” published Dec. 1…
Valley Hospital earns GI award for colonoscopy efforts
The American College of Gastroenterology has awarded Ridgewood, N.J.-based Valley Hospital with the SCOPY Staying Strong and Scoping On award, which recognized the hospital for its community outreach programs for colorectal cancer awareness.
Senate committee investigating private equity in healthcare: What it means for ASCs
Two Senate budget committee members have opened a bipartisan investigation into the effects of private equity ownership of hospitals.
ASCs and healthcare policy: 5 issues in the crosshairs
Healthcare legislation has the power to radically change the way ASCs are run. National and state-level policies regarding reimbursement, noncompetes and practice permissions have been top of mind for ASC leaders. Here is how legislators are tackling f…
6 new cardiology ASCs in 2023
Here are six cardiology-focused ASCs that have opened or have plans to open that Becker’s has reported on in 2023:
Cardiovascular Associates of America partners with Atlanta Heart Specialists
Orlando, Fla.-based Cardiovascular Associates of America has added Atlanta Heart Specialists to its network.
Where Stark law violations occurred in 2023
Here are four Stark law violations Becker’s has reported on in 2023 and where they occurred:
The healthcare workforce trends that will shape 2024
2023 has remained a tumultuous year for the U.S. job market, with employment rates rising and falling and new workforce trends, including “bare minimum Mondays” and “quiet firing,” dominating the headlines.
