Category: Becker’s ASC Review

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.

'Speed to market is critical': Bon Secours Mercy Health's ASC strategy

Joint-venture developments are becoming increasingly common through the ASC industry as health systems and hospitals recognize the growth potential of opening ASCs. 

'If Walmart can't do it … how can the average physician survive?': Independent practices becoming less feasible

From CFOs to ASCs, the pressure to meet margins as costs soar and reimbursements decline affects  all of healthcare. 

10 multimillion-dollar Stark law cases in 2 years

Here are 10 multimillion-dollar Stark law settlements Becker’s has reported on in two years:

What payers don't consider about patients' ASC experience

Charleen Tacket, administrator of Vital Heart & Vein in Houston, joined Becker’s to discuss how patient experience is often missed in conversations with insurance companies. 

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. 

Physician-owned practice expands in Iowa

The Group Obstetrics & Gynecology Specialists, based in Davenport, Iowa,  plans a new expansion, 6KWQC reported Aug. 1.

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.

CMS clears Joint Commission's ASC accreditation 

CMS has renewed its approval for The Joint Commissions’ ASC accreditation program. 

23 ASCs in July

Here are 23 ASCs opened or in development in July, as reported by Becker’s: