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What 'high-deductible season' means for ASCs — 3 insights
Patients' out-of-pocket payment obligations are higher at the beginning of the year, creating challenges for ASC collections, according to BHG Patient Lending. -
HHS clarifies ASC eligibility for $30B in COVID-19 relief grants
The federal government's $30 billion in COVID-19 relief grants to Medicare providers are subject to terms and conditions that raised questions for many ASCs, according to the Ambulatory Surgery Center Association. -
Feds reserve $30B in 'immediate' grants for ASCs, other Medicare providers
The federal government is allocating $30 billion in grants to Medicare providers — including ASCs — under its sweeping stimulus package for COVID-19 relief. -
UnitedHealthcare, Optum accelerating $2B in provider payments & support — 6 details
UnitedHealth Group is accelerating nearly $2 billion in payments and financial support to U.S. healthcare providers through its UnitedHealthcare and Optum subsidiaries, according to an April 7 announcement. -
Staying in business during the COVID-19 crisis: 5 key strategies
The American Medical Association shared several strategies for keeping a medical practice in business during the COVID-19 pandemic. -
Texas surgical group sues insurer for COVID-19 business losses — 5 details
A surgical group with two Texas locations is suing Sentinel Insurance Co. for business losses related to COVID-19. -
How ASCs can temporarily convert to hospitals under Medicare — 7 things to know
An April 3 memo from CMS outlines the process for temporarily enrolling a Medicare-certified ASC as a hospital during the COVID-19 public health emergency. -
Billing for critical care services — 3 things to remember
Some anesthesia providers are being asked to scale back on routine cases and instead assist with critically ill patients during the COVID-19 pandemic, according to Anesthesia Business Consultants President and CEO Tony Mira. -
2 updates on Medicare payments, loans for small businesses
Anesthesia Business Consultants is providing regular updates to support anesthesia practice management decisions during the COVID-19 pandemic. -
American College of Surgeons: 3 guidelines to alleviate physicians' 'moral distress'
The COVID-19 pandemic is causing "significant moral distress" among surgeons, whose duty to patients is now in conflict with public health needs, according to the American College of Surgeons. -
UnitedHealthcare extends Houston physicians' contract despite failed negotiations
Despite failed contract negotiations, Houston Methodist's employed physicians will remain in-network for UnitedHealthcare customers through May 31, Houston Business Journal reports. -
New rules for borrowers affected by COVID-19
Anesthesia Business Consultants is regularly updating clients on developments affecting them during the COVID-19 pandemic. -
How ASCs, specialty hospitals can safeguard margins in a crisis — 3 strategies
After suspending elective services during the COVID-19 pandemic, ASCs, specialty hospitals and children's hospitals are likely to feel a squeeze on margins, according to Rick Kes, a senior healthcare analyst for RSM US. -
Minnesota extends tax deadlines for surgical centers, other providers — 3 quick notes
As healthcare providers battle the COVID-19 pandemic, Minnesota is extending tax-filing deadlines upon request, according to JD Supra. -
How 20 states rank for Medicaid reliance — Massachusetts takes the crown
Massachusetts has more Medicaid coverage than any other state, and Georgia has the least Medicaid coverage, according to a new WalletHub ranking. -
Hospitals forfeit major revenue stream by delaying elective surgeries — 5 things to know
CMS, the Ambulatory Surgery Center Association and the American College of Surgeons are among the many organizations asking hospitals to minimize, postpone or cancel elective procedures until the COVID-19 outbreak is under control. -
Improving ASC KPIs: Collections, write-offs, and 3 overlooked credit metrics
ASCs that effectively implement processes to monitor and analyze key performance indicators (KPIs) strengthen their center's revenue cycle performance. This is made possible by recognizing problems that negatively affect revenue and profits. Once identified, ASCs can apply data-driven changes that stop and reverse negative trends. -
Allegheny Health ASC volume spiked 9% in 2019, net income up $95M — 5 things to know
Allegheny Health Network's 2019 net income was up $95 million year over year, and ASC volume increased by about 9 percent, according to TribLive. -
Michigan ASC onboards administrative specialist — 3 insights
Copper Ridge Surgery Center has a new administrative team member, according to the Traverse City Record-Eagle. -
Envision to nix unexpected costs for coronavirus tests, services: 4 details
Envision Healthcare confirmed it will provide care for patients with coronavirus without charging unexpected costs.
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