In November 2024, Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield floated a policy that would have placed time limits on procedures using anesthesia in Missouri, New York and Connecticut. Following feedback from patients, physicians and industry groups, Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield withdrew the proposal. The policy sparked debates across several states regarding anesthesia time limits, with […]
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In November 2024, Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield floated a policy that would have placed time limits on procedures using anesthesia in Missouri, New York and Connecticut. Following feedback from patients, physicians and industry groups, Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield withdrew the proposal. The policy sparked debates across several states regarding anesthesia time limits, with […]
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A Florida physician has been charged with felony possession of fentanyl after allegedly extracting it from a patient’s IV line at HCA Florida Lawnwood Hospital in Fort Pierce, West Palm CW 34 reported June 25. According to the report, Sasha Grek, MD, an anesthesiologist, allegedly used a syringe to extract liquid fentanyl from a patient’s […]
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A Florida physician has been charged with felony possession of fentanyl after allegedly extracting it from a patient’s IV line at HCA Florida Lawnwood Hospital in Fort Pierce, West Palm CW 34 reported June 25. According to the report, Sasha Grek, MD, an anesthesiologist, allegedly used a syringe to extract liquid fentanyl from a patient’s […]
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Gary Richberg, RN, CASC, is the CEO of Bellingham (Wash.) Urology Group, bringing decades of leadership experience across physician-owned, corporate-managed and hospital joint-venture ASCs. Dr. Richberg is a U.S. Navy veteran and seasoned healthcare executive with a proven track record in improving quality metrics, optimizing operational performance and building strong clinical teams. His expertise spans […]
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As the ASC industry matures, transaction activity is evolving, shaped by diverging strategies among private equity, health systems and independent operators. F Here’s what five leaders have told Becker’s recently about what they’re seeing in today’s transaction landscape. Shakeel Ahmed, MD, CEO of Atlas Surgical Group: Surgery Partners’ decision to walk away from Bain speaks […]
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With rising healthcare costs and mounting pressure for efficiency, ASCs have become attractive targets for hospitals, health systems and private equity. Here are five key trends shaping ASC transactions today, based on insights from 26 leaders: 1. Two emerging tracks of M&As On one side, major players like SCA Health, United Surgical Partners International and […]
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Misinformation on social media tops the list of challenges physicians face in modern medical practice, according to a recent survey from The Doctor’s Group. The survey, conducted between December 2024 and January 2025, included responses from 368 physicians across 47 states. Here’s how physicians answered the question: What are the most challenging aspects of practicing […]
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Stark law compliance is becoming increasingly critical for physicians and healthcare organizations. In 2024 alone, CMS reported a record 314 self-disclosure settlements under the law, totaling more than $24.7 million. Here is a year-by-year overview of significant Stark law changes since its inception in 1989, according to a blog post from healthcare management company 99MGMT. […]
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Winchester, Va.-based Valley Health has opened a new cardiac and vascular diagnostic center. The new center, a department of Winchester Medical Center, will provide echocardiography, stress testing and vascular studies in a singular dedicated location, according to a June 24 news release. The facility features 18 rooms for cardiovascular diagnostic testing located near Valley Health’s […]
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