Category: ASC News

Apple's dive into healthcare

Several major nontraditional entities, including Amazon and Walmart, are now trying their hand at healthcare, and technology giant Apple is following in their footsteps. 

The 3 ways physicians work toward a healthy lifestyle

While physicians have busy work schedules, there are still core ways in which the majority of physicians prioritize their well-being, according to Medscape’s 2024 “Physician Lifestyle and Happiness Report.” 

The 9 highest paying US counties

The highest paying county in the U.S. is located in Wyoming, according to a February report from job search engine Adzuna. 

Medicaid expansion benefits some, but not all, healthcare workers: Study

State-level Medicaid expansion could be beneficial financially for physicians, registered nurses and managers, but not for lower-earning healthcare workers, according to a Feb. 27 study published in the JAMA Network. 

The most 'influential' healthcare CEOs

CEOWorld Magazine has released its latest “World’s Most Influential CEOs and Business Executives” list, which includes several healthcare CEOs. 

5 fast facts on physician employment

Here are five statistics offering insight into the state of physician employment in 2024:

Where AI shines in healthcare

Artificial intelligence, and its usage in healthcare, has been a controversial topic over the last year. While some physicians are excited for its uses, others remain nervous. 

10 states with the highest paying small businesses

While ASCs are more frequently getting acquired by large health systems, there are still a number of privately owned ASCs in the nation. 

10 happiest, unhappiest cities in the U.S.

Fremont, Calif., is the happiest city in the U.S., while Detroit is the unhappiest, according to personal finance site WalletHub.

5 Medicare Advantage updates

Medicare Advantage has been a divisive topic in the healthcare industry as of late, with some health systems cutting ties with certain insurers or with the program entirely.