Nearly 50 million Americans have to travel 25 miles or more for access to a gastroenterologist, according to a February study published in Gastroenterology.
Category: Becker’s ASC Review
Martha's Vineyard practice faces closure
One of only two free-standing medical centers on Martha’s Vineyard is at risk of shutting down, raising concerns for more than 1,000 patients who rely on its services, the Vineyard Gazette reported Feb. 5.
Jury sides with Midwest Anesthesia Providers in $2.6M wrongful death suit
A St. Louis County jury has ruled in favor of Midwest Anesthesia Providers in a medical malpractice suit alleging wrongful death, according to a Feb. 3 report from Missouri Lawyers Media.
Virginia medical office building sells for $7.8M
A medical office building in Fairfax, Va., has sold for $7.85 million, according to a Feb. 5 report from CityBiz.
VCU Health acquires land near former project site
Richmond, Va.-based VCU Health has purchased 8.5 acres of land in Chesterfield, Va., for what is expected to be a new outpatient surgery center, according to a Feb. 6 report from Richmond BizSense.
Vanderbilt Health acquires Tennessee cardiology practice
Nashville, Tenn.-based Vanderbilt University Medical Center entered an agreement to acquire Tennova Healthcare’s cardiology practice in Clarksville, Tenn.
Connecticut halts big ASC sale over ownership, regulatory concerns
The Connecticut Office of Health Strategy has pushed back against a proposed sale involving Constitution Surgery Alliance, citing concerns over governance and ownership changes affecting multiple ASCs, according to a Jan. 23 letter obtained by Becker’s…
How private practices maximize reimbursements
Sixty nine-percent of independent physicians collect payment at time of service to maximize reimbursements, according to a recent survey from healthcare software company Tebra published Jan. 30.
A flurry of states introducing CRNA, anesthesia laws
Since the start of 2025, lawmakers in five states have introduced legislation addressing anesthesia reimbursement policies and certified registered nurse anesthetist practice regulations.
The surge of hospital-affiliated physicians: 10 statistics to know
Physician employment trends continue to shift as more leave private practice for hospital and corporate affiliations.
