Washington state lawmakers are considering allocating $840,000 to the state’s Department of Ecology to study the impact of anesthesia gas on the environment.
Category: Becker’s ASC Review
California reintroduces healthcare private equity legislation
The California Legislature has introduced a bill that would increase scrutiny over private equity transactions in healthcare after Gov. Gavin Newsom vetoed a similar bill last year, according to a Feb. 17 article from the Polsinelli law firm published …
The 'crushing burdens' faced by anesthesiologists
All physician specialties are facing growing reimbursement pressures that lead to burnout. This burnout is especially being felt by anesthesia providers.
The market dynamics shaping the state with the most ASCs
California’s ASC market is massive – the state has the most ASCs, at 894, and also is adding the most, at 46 in 2024.
Is the physician workforce headed towards 'disenfranchisement and marginalization'?
Harry Severance, MD, adjunct assistant professor at Durham, N.C.-based Duke University School of Medicine, joined Becker’s to discuss five major issues he predicts will change the physician workforce by 2030.
The battleground states for anesthesia time limits
In late 2024, Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield proposed a policy that would have imposed time limits on anesthesia reimbursements in Missouri, New York, and Connecticut. Following strong opposition from physicians, patients and industry groups, Anthem rev…
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.
