While ASCs remain largely independent, consolidation is still on the rise in the industry and a number of factors shape ASC independence.
Category: Becker’s ASC Review
At-home CRC tests: Pros and cons
In 2024, the FDA approved at-home blood and stool tests for colorectal cancer screenings. In October, a second iteration of the at-home stool test was approved.
Where ASCs are contracting
The state of Washington lost the most ASCs over the last two years and seven other states reported losses since December 2022, according to CMS data.
11 states adding the most ASCs
The number of ASCs across the U.S. is growing, and particularly so in California, Florida and Georgia.
5 emerging specialties among ASCs
Several specialties, traditionally believed to be mainstays of the hospital setting, are moving significantly toward ASCs, according to L.E.K. Consulting’s “2024 ASC Insights Study.”
USPI vs. SCA Health vs. AmSurg: How they compare in 2025
United Surgical Partners International, SCA Health and AmSurg are among the largest ASC chains. Here is how the companies stack up based on the number of ASCs in their networks and affiliated physicians.
Number of female GIs grows 219% in 18 years
From 2004 to 2022, the number of women in the active physician workforce increased 97%, while the number of men increased 13%.
5 GI companies to know in 2025
Here are five major GI companies to keep an eye on in 2025:
Mohawk Valley Cardiology faces patient data breach
Utica, N.Y.-based Mohawk Valley Cardiology has faced a data breach impacting the personal health information of 4,945 patients, according to a Jan. 9 report from the Observer-Dispatch.
The factors driving ASC-hospital joint ventures
The ASC-hospital relationship has evolved as hospitals have become increasingly interested in pursuing outpatient ventures. This often takes the form of joint ventures with existing ASCs.
