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Iowa family adds state to lawsuit over son's death after ASC procedure
Last year, an Iowa family filed a lawsuit against Iowa City-based ASC ENT Medical Services and one of its physicians after their 2-year-old son died following a routine procedure. The couple has now added the state of Iowa as a third defendant in the c…
Michigan eye surgery center adds ophthalmic surgeon
Iron Mountain, Mich.-based Garrett Eye Center has added Cameron Anderson, MD, to its team of providers, according to an Oct. 2 report by Iron Mountain Daily News.
ASC recap: September's top 10 updates
Here are the 10 most-read ASC updates reported by Becker’s in September:
Best Buy, Costco and more: 5 companies pivoting to healthcare
When considering healthcare disruptors, companies such as Walmart and CVS come to mind. However, there are other household names trying to enter the healthcare sector.
Aetna announces largest Medicare offering in its history
CVS Health-owned health insurance provider Aetna has announced its 2024 Medicare products, the largest Medicare offering in its history.
Prior authorization problems persist for patients, survey shows: 7 things for ASCs to know
Around 6 in 10 adults have experienced problems with their health insurance, according to a Sept. 29 report from KFF, with several problems linked to prior authorization delays and denials from payers.
What CRNAs are paid in all 50 states
The average annual salary for certified registered nurse anesthetists in the U.S. is $255,078, according to career website ZipRecruiter.
Inspira officially adds Salem Medical Center ASC
Vineland, N.J.-based Inspira Health has officially integrated Salem (N.J.) Medical Center into its health system, according to an Oct. 2 report from NJBiz.
5 physicians settling kickback allegations for $7.7M+
Here are five physicians who have agreed to settle kickback allegations that Becker’s has reported on since Sept. 22:
Dr. Ward Olsen, former University of Wisconsin GI professor, dies at 89
Ward Olsen, MD, professor emeritus of gastroenterology at Madison-based University of Wisconsin School of Medicine, has died at 89, according to an Oct. 2 report from Channel 3000.
