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$16M ASC planned in Louisiana

Lafayette-based Louisiana Orthopedic Specialists has a $16.2 million ASC in the works, The Advocate reported Dec. 8. 

Behind hospitals' 'unsustainable pay scale': Why ASCs have an edge in staffing

ASCs in some markets have to compete with the deep pockets of hospitals to recruit staff, but many can use work-life balance and flexible hours as incentives in hiring employees. 

Private practice vs. employment: What 8 physicians have to say

Choosing to go into private practice or join a large system is one of the biggest decisions physicians have to face. From independence to better pay, there are pros and cons to each. 

Private equity looks to ASCs in 2023: 5 notes

ASC is attracting private equity investment in many markets — here are five key notes on PE and ASCs in 2023:

Orlando Health buys land for new medical office building

Orlando Health has purchased property in Lake Mary, Fla., near its upcoming hospital to construct a 28,000-square-foot medical office building, according to a Dec. 9 report from the Orlando Business Journal.

Dak Prescott joins Ryan Reynolds to raise colorectal cancer awareness

Dallas Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott has teamed up with the Colorectal Cancer Alliance and actor Ryan Reynolds’ Lead from Behind campaign to raise awareness for screenings. 

Lawmakers looking to change CRNA supervision requirements

Government officials from Florida, Colorado, Delaware, Missouri and California have all made efforts to topple supervision requirements for certified registered nurse anesthetists.

Forbes names 30 under 30 in healthcare

Thirty leaders have been named to Forbes’ 30 under 30 class of 2024 in healthcare. Forbes’ 30 under 30 lists recognize leaders under 30 who have made an impact across 20 sectors, including healthcare, education and venture capital. 

ASC execs are bullish on growth. Here are 5 strategies on their radar

The year 2024 is around the corner and ASCs are employing several strategies to prepare for growth. 

What procedures should be added to the ASC payables list?

The ASC payable list from CMS has seen sizable change in the last five years — but has it been enough to allow ASCs to thrive?