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SightMD to partner with the Ophthalmic Center, expand services
SightMD, an ophthalmic provider group, has partnered with the Ophthalmic Center on Long Island in New York, expanding its range of services.
Why a nursing shortage led an Idaho ASC to close its doors
This year, Steven Ozeran, MD, medical director of Lewiston, Idaho-based Ozeran Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, made the decision to close down his practice’s affiliated ASC, Syringa Surgery Center, due in part to a nursing shortage that has been im…
Southeast Health Medical Center opens Alabama ASC
Dothan, Ala.-based Southeast Health Medical Center has opened a new ASC, the Southeast Health Surgery Clinic, in the building formerly occupied by the Southeast Health Neuro Spine Center, according to a March 27 report from CBS affiliate WTVY.
Sutter Health to build 24 California ASCs over the next 4 years
Sacramento, Calif.-based Sutter Health has announced plans to construct more than 24 ASCs across Northern California over the next four years, according to a March 28 report from the Sacramento Bee.
What's causing gastroenterology's workforce shortage?
The increased demand for gastroenterology services combined with the limited number of gastroenterologists has caused trouble for the industry’s workforce.
6 prior authorization updates for ASC leaders
Here are six prior authorization updates Becker’s has reported on since March 15:
4 changes the American Academy of Ophthalmology seeks in prior authorization rule
The American Academy of Ophthalmology has commented on CMS’ proposed prior authorization rule.
The 15 most expensive top-ranked anesthesiology programs
New York City-based Columbia University is the most expensive top-ranked medical university for anesthesiologists in 2023, costing students $66,816 a year, according to U.S. News & World Report.
2 Rite Aid lawsuits in 2 weeks: What ASC leaders need to know
In March, pharmacy chain Rite Aid faced lawsuits from the Justice Department and Kentucky physician James Chaney. Here are six things to know about the lawsuits:
Healthcare's gender pay gap: A 4-year timeline
The gender pay gap among all physicians decreased from 28 percent in 2021 to 26 percent in 2022, according to 2023 data from online networking service Doximity.
