Category: Becker’s ASC Review

The next 5 years: Game-changing tech for ASCs

From artificial intelligence to developments in robotic surgery, technology continues to reshape the ASC industry in new and dynamic ways.

USPI isn't worried about Medicaid cuts — here's why

Despite investor concerns over potential Medicaid cuts, executives of Dallas-based Tenet Healthcare, parent company of ASC giant United Surgical Partners International, remained confident in financial stability in a Feb. 12 earnings call. 

Inside the battle to keep California ASCs thriving

From low Medi-Cal reimbursement rates to staffing shortages, California’s ASCs are navigating several financial, workforce and market challenges impeding success. 

Florida weighs full practice authority for CRNAs

Two Florida lawmakers have filed legislation to grant CRNAs the ability to practice without physician supervision, according to a Feb. 18 report from The Capitolist.

The management model ready for 'healthcare 2.0'

Economic pressures such as inflation, staffing shortages and supply chain issues have given way to consolidation throughout the healthcare industry. Now, 77% of physicians have moved away from independent practices, opting for employment by hospitals o…

Texas physician closes practice 

Tyler (Texas) Med Clinic close February 15, according to a notice on the practice’s website 

Meet the physician who stands as healthcare's richest billionaire

Thomas Frist Jr., MD, co-founder of HCA Healthcare, has been named the richest billionaire in healthcare as of Feb. 18, according to the latest Bloomberg Billionaires Index.

Broward Health resumes surgeries following anesthesia contract ruling

Fort Lauderdale, Fla.-based Broward Health has been forced to postpone elective surgeries after breaking ties with its long-term anesthesia group. 

Peterson Health opens GI clinic

Kerrville, Texas-based Peterson Health has opened a new GI clinic at the Amanda and J. David Williams Surgery Center, which opened its doors in June 2024, according to a Feb. 17 report from the Hill Country Community Journal.

'They really want the cheapest care': What physicians wish payers knew 

The gap between physicians and payers continues to widen as administrative burdens, delayed reimbursements and restrictive policies challenge the ability to provide patient care.