Category: Becker’s ASC Review

Representatives introduce bill allowing VA CRNAs to work autonomously

Two U.S. Representatives, Lauren Underwood, D-Ill., and Jen Kiggans, R-Va., have introduced legislation that would allow certified registered nurse anesthetists and physician anesthesiologists to provide anesthesia autonomously at the Veterans Health Administration.  Currently, Defense Health Agency policy allows CRNAs to practice independently, and the Ensuring Veterans Timely Access to Anesthesia Care Act of 2025 would […]

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Memorial Herman Health System to open community’s 1st medical office building

A Memorial Herman Health System-occupied medical office building will break ground in Cypress, Texas, this summer, according to a March 18 report from Community Impact. The 51,000-square-foot building will be the first medical office in Cypress’ Bridgeland community.  It will house emergency services, primary care, pediatrics and sports medicine. Bridgeland currently has 25,000 residents, and […]

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RWJBarnabas Health treats telenovela star

Telenovela star Clara Montero has received care for atrial fibrillation at Jersey City (N.J.) Medical Center, an affiliate of RWJBarnabas Health. Ms. Montero, known for her television, theatre and movie career, sought treatment with the center for her irregular heartbeat, which can lead to sudden cardiac arrest, stroke or even heart failure, according to a […]

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The top ophthalmology ASCs in 2025: US News

More than 230 ASCs were recognized as “high performing” in the field of ophthalmology, according to U.S. News & World Report’‘s annual “Best Ambulatory Surgery Centers” list. U.S. News evaluated 1,910 ophthalmology ASCs for the rankings. Ophthalmology outpatient services offered at ASCs include cataract surgery with lens implant, destruction of retinal or choroid lesions by […]

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What’s going on with CVS Health? 

CVS Health is reevaluating its role in healthcare as financial pressures mount. The company, along with other major retailers, is scaling back its healthcare ambitions in response to economic and operational challenges. In 2024, CVS reported total revenues of $173.6 billion for its health services segment, reflecting a 7.1% decline year over year. Fourth-quarter revenue […]

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USPI, HCA & Surgery Partners are shaking up their ASC strategy

As the ASC industry continues to evolve, major players are adapting their strategies to meet market demands, regulatory changes and shifting patient needs.  Three of the largest ASC operators — United Surgical Partners International, HCA Healthcare and Surgery Partners — have made significant investments in expanding their networks, focusing on high-acuity procedures and navigating regulatory […]

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Gastroenterology Associates of Fredericksburg sells to integrated health system

Gastroenterology Associates of Fredericksburg (Md.) has sold to Fredericksburg-based Mary Washington Medical Group, an affiliate of Mary Washington Healthcare.  The GI practice will be renamed Mary Washington Gastroenterology, and both of its sites will be integrated into departments of Fredericksburg-based Mary Washington Hospital and Stafford (Va.) Hospital, according to a March 10 press release.  Gastroenterology […]

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The states with the most top ASCs, by specialty

U.S. News & World Report has named the top ASCs for 2025 across four specialties: colonoscopy and endoscopy, orthopedics and spine, ophthalmology, and urology.  The publication recognized the ASCs as “high performing,” evaluating nearly 5,000 ASCs. It factors in Medicare data to review complications, emergency room visits, unplanned hospitalizations and other undesirable outcomes. View the […]

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The most, least competitive states for physicians

Mississippi is expected to have the lowest physician competition for job positions by 2032, according to a March 18 report from personal finance website WalletHub.  Mississippi was also named the highest paying state for physicians when factoring in the average cost of living.  WalletHub collected physician employment data from a number of sources, including the […]

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A ‘move in the right direction’ for price transparency

On Feb. 25, President Donald Trump signed an executive order targeted at boosting healthcare price transparency.  The order directs HHS and the Labor and Treasury departments to “rapidly implement and enforce” healthcare price transparency enforcement regulations. The order refers to regulations that President Trump introduced during his first term, which he said the Biden administration […]

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