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Former Ohio physician sentenced in $1.5M Medicaid scheme
Columbus, Ohio-based physician was sentenced to 24 months in prison for a $1.5 million Medicaid fraud scheme, the Ohio Attorney General said in a June 25 news release. What happened?
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5 GI developments in 1 month
Here are five major GI developments Becker’s has covered in 1 month:
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The most disruptive trend to GIs
Amit Patel, MD, a gastroenterologist with the Evanston-based GI Alliance of Illinois, spoke with Becker’s about one of the most disruptive trends affecting physicians today: shrinking reimbursement rates paired with rising practice expenses. Dr. Amit Patel: The most disruptive trend for physicians is the decrease in reimbursement coupled with the increasing expenses. It is particularly […]
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ASC speaker spotlight: Gary Richberg, RN, CASC. CEO of Bellingham Urology Group
Gary Richberg, RN, CASC, is the CEO of Bellingham (Wash.) Urology Group, bringing decades of leadership experience across physician-owned, corporate-managed and hospital joint-venture ASCs. Dr. Richberg is a U.S. Navy veteran and seasoned healthcare executive with a proven track record in improving quality metrics, optimizing operational performance and building strong clinical teams. His expertise spans […]
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5 leaders decode the M&A trends reshaping the ASC industry
As the ASC industry matures, transaction activity is evolving, shaped by diverging strategies among private equity, health systems and independent operators. F Here’s what five leaders have told Becker’s recently about what they’re seeing in today’s transaction landscape. Shakeel Ahmed, MD, CEO of Atlas Surgical Group: Surgery Partners’ decision to walk away from Bain speaks […]
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Inside the ASC gold rush: 5 new transaction trends
With rising healthcare costs and mounting pressure for efficiency, ASCs have become attractive targets for hospitals, health systems and private equity. Here are five key trends shaping ASC transactions today, based on insights from 26 leaders: 1. Two emerging tracks of M&As On one side, major players like SCA Health, United Surgical Partners International and […]
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The most challenging aspects of practicing medicine
Misinformation on social media tops the list of challenges physicians face in modern medical practice, according to a recent survey from The Doctor’s Group. The survey, conducted between December 2024 and January 2025, included responses from 368 physicians across 47 states. Here’s how physicians answered the question: What are the most challenging aspects of practicing […]
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The Stark law evolution: A timeline
Stark law compliance is becoming increasingly critical for physicians and healthcare organizations. In 2024 alone, CMS reported a record 314 self-disclosure settlements under the law, totaling more than $24.7 million. Here is a year-by-year overview of significant Stark law changes since its inception in 1989, according to a blog post from healthcare management company 99MGMT. […]
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Physicians sound the alarm on ‘nuclear’ malpractice verdicts
A growing number of physicians are expressing concern over “nuclear” malpractice verdicts — lawsuits that result in awards of $10 million or more, according to a recent survey from The Doctor’s Group. According to the survey, conducted between December 2024 and January 2025, 43% of physicians said they are concerned about these high-dollar verdicts. The […]
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The next phase of ASC sustainability
As outpatient care continues to shift toward ASCs, leaders must rethink how to deliver financially sustainable, patient-centered care. Joe Peluso, administrator at Aestique Surgical Center in Greensburg, Pa., joined Becker’s to discuss how ASCs can navigate financial headwinds, while leveraging high-margin specialties. Joe Peluso: As healthcare delivery models continue to evolve to outpatient ASCs, so […]
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