Category: ASC News

California physician surrenders license following alleged misconduct

A San Diego physician who was accused of sexual misconduct has agreed to surrender his medical license, local ABC affiliate KGTV reported Aug. 3. 

Are consolidation and private equity all bad for ASCs?

The continuous rise of consolidation among ASCs — and healthcare as a whole — has leaders anxiously anticipating how the growing presence of large corporations and private equity firms will change healthcare.

Healthcare's biggest disruptors ASCs need to know

Seven healthcare companies topped CNBC’s Disruptor 50 list for 2024.

Chiropractor to pay $180K for Medicare false claims allegations

 A chiropractor in Menifee, Calif., has agreed to pay $180,000 to resolve allegations he submitted hundreds of false claims to Medicare for surgically-implanted neurostimulators. 

Physician charged with stealing $1.5M via business credit card

 An emergency medicine physician has been charged with grand larceny, among other crimes, for allegedly stealing roughly $1.45 million by using a business credit card for personal purchases. 

Physician, granddaughter sentenced for unlawful opioid distribution

A Florida physician and her granddaughter were sentenced to federal prison for charges of conspiracy to distribute drugs.

RN vs. NP vs. PA pay: 8 key comparisons

The national average annual salary earned by registered nurses,  nurse practitioners and physician assistants varies by $50,480 depending on credentials, according to the most recent Bureau of Labor Statistics employment survey.

How physicians can control their 'destiny' through real estate ownership

Owning real estate can be expensive in 2024, but it comes with several benefits for physicians who own or are looking to own their own practice. 

Class action suit filed against Walgreens

A class action lawsuit was filed against Walgreens Boots Alliance by investors who were negatively affected by alleged securities fraud.

Physician pay in the best states for healthcare

Physicians earn an average salary of $302,110 in Minnesota, the best state for healthcare.