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ASA president talks state, VA legislative efforts
In mid-March, U.S. Representatives Lauren Underwood, D-Ill., and Jen Kiggans, R-Va., introduced legislation that would allow certified registered nurse anesthetists and physician anesthesiologists to provide anesthesia autonomously at the Veterans Health Administration. This is one of many pieces of ongoing legislation that would allow CRNAs to practice autonomously, following bills in consideration in states such […]
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What 23 match day statistics say about the future of medicine
On March 21, the National Resident Matching Program released statistics for the 2025 match cycle, which began March 17. 2025 saw record-breaking participation in the program, with 47,208 certified applicants. Here are 22 more statistics on March’s match stats: 1. There was a 5.3% increase in certified applicants from 2024, signaling a renewed interest in […]
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Illinois hospital cuts cardiology program hours
Waukegan, Ill.-based Vista Medical Center East plans to cut hours at its specialized heart care and treatment facility, according to a March 22 report from NBC Chicago. The hospital is cutting back hours of its catheter lab, which is utilized for patients having cardiac emergencies. The lab will be open to patients from 7 a.m. […]
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ASA ‘strongly opposes’ legislation allowing CRNAs to practice independently at VA
Two U.S. representatives recently introduced legislation that would allow certified registered nurse anesthetists and physician anesthesiologists to provide anesthesia autonomously at the Veterans Health Administration. While the American Association of Nurse Anesthesiology has expressed its support for the legislation, the American Society of Anesthesiologists issued a statement “strongly opposing” the legislation in a March 24 […]
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Illinois clinic lays off 70
Springfield (Ill.) Clinic plans to lay off nearly 70 employees, according to a March 21 report from The State Journal-Register citing an internal document obtained by the outlet. Springfield Clinic cited “a number of market forces” leading to the closure. “These decisions were made with great diligence and only after exhausting every other option. I […]
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Iowa ASC earns accreditation, OK to welcome patients
A new surgery center in Ames, Iowa, has earned a three-year accreditation from the Accreditation Association for Ambulatory Health Care, allowing the facility to begin scheduling patients. The surgery center, which is a partnership between Mary Greeley Medical Center and McFarland Clinic, both based in Ames, will welcome patients in March, according to a news […]
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6 states face unfilled anesthesiology residency positions
On March 21, the National Resident Matching Program released statistics for the 2025 match cycle, which began March 17. Of 43,237 total open positions, 94.1% have been filled in 2025. In addition, a majority of anesthesiology residency positions have also been filled. Here are the number of filled anesthesiology residency positions by state in 2025: […]
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How the number of gastroenterology ASCs has grown in 5 years
The number of Medicare-certified, single-specialty gastroenterology ASCs grew by 122 nationwide from 2018 to 2023, according to data from a March Congressional status report on ASC growth. In 2018, there were 1,071 single-specialty GI ASCs in the nation, with the number growing to 1,193 in 2023. In both years, single-specialty GI ASCs made up 21% […]
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New York cardiology practice claims it is owed millions of dollars by insurance company
Albany, N.Y.-based health insurance provider CDPHP is allegedly indebted to Albany-based Capital Region Cardiology for millions of dollars, according to a March 20 report from NBC affiliate WNYT The practice alleges that CDPHP has not reimbursed them for services from 2024, and the lack of payment is putting a burden on local providers. CDPHP’s chief […]
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5 health systems doubling down on ambulatory care
Over the last 12 months, several major health systems have begun doubling down on ambulatory care as it has continued to grow in popularity and demonstrate lower costs compared to inpatient hospitals. “Nowadays, patients don’t want to go to the hospital. Hospitals are for sick people. Coming to a clean and efficient ASC is what […]
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