October 2024 Issue of Becker's ASC Review
ON THE COVER
The future of ASCs in 1 word
Five ASC leaders joined Becker's to discuss the future of ASCs.
Are ASCs the missing puzzle piece in boosting hospital margins?
Hospitals continue to look to ASCs for growth opportunities as they face mounting financial pressures and struggle to maintain operating margins.
Payer deadlocks put pressure on ASC growth
ASC leaders and physicians continuously vent their frustrations over stalled negotiations with payers, as facilities face declining reimbursement from CMS and private payers alike.
Who gets hurt in the ASC market frenzy?
Consolidation is on the rise across healthcare, and ASCs are no different. But how does consolidation impact the future and function of ASCs?
NYU Langone: How ASCs can easily add spine procedures
Outpatient spine surgery is growing, and some ASCs have a particular supply advantage when it comes to adding endoscopic procedures.
5 ways for GIs to improve colonoscopy performance
As major gastroenterology organizations have recently made changes to guidelines regarding the quality indicators surrounding colonoscopy, gastroenterologists are reconsidering how they can keep up with new requirements and best practices.
US health system falls short: 6 takeaways from new global report card
Health system performance in the U.S. is dramatically lower than that of nine other countries in a new assessment from the Commonwealth Fund.
The lifestyle benefits of ASCs
Adam Spiegel, CEO of Irving, Texas-based anesthesia management group NorthStar Anesthesia, joined Becker's to discuss the benefits ASCs offer clinicians, particularly anesthesia specialists.
1 orthopedic surgeon's recipe for a strong solo practice
A strong sense of personal responsibility and taking care of staff has helped orthopedic surgeon David Bailie, MD, run a successful practice with a cash basis model.
ASC MANAGEMENT
Are ASCs the missing puzzle piece in boosting hospital margins?
Hospitals continue to look to ASCs for growth opportunities as they face mounting financial pressures and struggle to maintain operating margins.
ASCs still offer nurse sign-on bonuses
Healthcare jobs are the most likely to include signing bonuses among all job posts on Indeed.com, according to The Wall Street Journal, and surgery centers are still using them to attract talent.
Payer deadlocks put pressure on ASC growth
ASC leaders and physicians continuously vent their frustrations over stalled negotiations with payers, as facilities face declining reimbursement from CMS and private payers alike.
Why ASC leaders plan quick exits
ASC leaders are less satisfied than in previous years with their role, and around one-third may exit their roles in the next year, according to OR Manager.
THOUGHT LEADERSHIP
What market trends are disrupting ASCs?
From site-neutral payment reform to consolidation, four ASC leaders joined Becker's to discuss the market trends shaping the ASC industry.
The future of ASCs in 1 word
Five ASC leaders joined Becker's to discuss the future of ASCs.
The lifestyle benefits of ASCs
Adam Spiegel, CEO of Irving, Texas-based anesthesia management group NorthStar Anesthesia, joined Becker's to discuss the benefits ASCs offer clinicians, particularly anesthesia specialists.
ORTHOPEDICS
Former Rothman CEO remembered for authenticity, being 'loved by everybody'
Mike West, who led Philadelphia-based Rothman Orthopaedic Institute, for 22 years died Sept. 16 at age 65.
Walk-in clinics, urgent care gain traction at orthopedic practices
Some healthcare companies are dedicated to providing urgent care for a range of injuries. But more practices and health systems are capitalizing on in-house orthopedic-specific walk-in services.
1 orthopedic surgeon's recipe for a strong solo practice
A strong sense of personal responsibility and taking care of staff has helped orthopedic surgeon David Bailie, MD, run a successful practice with a cash basis model.
NYU Langone: How ASCs can easily add spine procedures
Outpatient spine surgery is growing, and some ASCs have a particular supply advantage when it comes to adding endoscopic procedures.
GASTROENTROLOGY
5 ways for GIs to improve colonoscopy performance
As major gastroenterology organizations have recently made changes to guidelines regarding the quality indicators surrounding colonoscopy, gastroenterologists are reconsidering how they can keep up with new requirements and best practices.
Gastroenterologists vs. colonoscopy reimbursements
Screening colonoscopies in the U.S. cost a total of $23.7 billion in 2021, the most recent available data for nationwide cancer screening costs.
TRANSACTIONS
Who gets hurt in the ASC market frenzy?
Consolidation is on the rise across healthcare, and ASCs are no different. But how does consolidation impact the future and function of ASCs?
The new forces entering the ASC industry
The ASC industry is facing new forces in consolidation: large health systems and independent ASC groups with non-traditional business models.
What hospital closures mean for ASCs
In August alone there were five major hospital closures in the U.S.
HEALTHCARE NEWS
US health system falls short: 6 takeaways from new global report card
Health system performance in the U.S. is dramatically lower than that of nine other countries in a new assessment from the Commonwealth Fund.
Following the 'squiggly' path to the C-suite: 3 things to know
The path to top executive roles is less straightforward than it once was, with leaders often gaining experience across various industries, job functions and companies.
Hospital payroll on the rise
Hospital and health system payroll continued to steadily rise in August, according to Fitch Ratings, which expects more of the same in September.