Category: Becker’s ASC Review

Indiana eye practice lays off 100

Bloomington, Ind.-based Keplr Vision will cut back 100 members of its workforce, according to an Aug. 6 report from 25 News Now.

Physician pays $600K+ to settle false claims allegations 

A physician in Tulsa, Okla., agreed to pay $619,994 to settle false claims allegations 

Oregon physicians express concerns over anesthesia provider shortage

Surgeons at Asante Ashland (Ore.) Community Hospital have expressed concerns over the hospital’s future due to a lack of practitioners, including anesthesia providers, in the area, according to an Aug. 8 report from Ashland News.

Oregon physicians express concerns over anesthesia provider shortage

Surgeons at Asante Ashland (Ore.) Community Hospital have expressed concerns over the hospital’s future due to a lack of practitioners, including anesthesia providers, in the area, according to an Aug. 8 report from Ashland News.

Awake kidney transplants: A new norm for surgery?

On July 15, Chicago-based Northwestern Medicine performed its second-ever awake kidney transplant. The patient was a 74-year-old man, who left the hospital after 36 hours. 

Kamala could be bad news for health systems looking to consolidate

From her time as California’s attorney general, Vice President Kamala Harris became known for her stance against healthcare consolidation. Hospitals, physician groups and payers looking to merge could face an uphill battle if she wins the presidential …

USPI vs. AmSurg vs. SCA Health: 10 key comparisons to know in 2024

United Surgical Partners International, AmSurg and SCA Health are the largest ASC chains in the U.S.

Industry developments leaving private practice physicians watching their backs

The independent healthcare market has become increasingly cutthroat amid declining reimbursements, rising costs and increasing consolidation industrywide — making it significantly more difficult for private practice physicians to stay afloat.

8 physician kickback cases in 3 weeks

Here are 8 lawsuits involving kickback allegations cases since July 17 as reported by Becker’s: 

Hackensack Meridian to offer new minimally invasive cardiovascular procedure

Edison, N.J.-based Hackensack Meridian Health facilities are now offering a minimally invasive vascular procedure to treat high blood pressure.