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  1. What to know about the CEO of HCA Healthcare

    Here are three things to know about Samuel Hazen, CEO of HCA Healthcare:
  2. The states where physicians are most affected by medical malpractice

    West Virginia is the state most affected by medical practice, according to a December report from Forbes Advisor. 
  3. The 20 best ASC EHRs for 2024, per Blackbook

    Surgical Information Systems has been named the top electronic health record system for ASCs in 2024 by automotive data company Blackbook. 

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  1. 10 states with the highest unemployment rates

    Nevada is currently the state with the highest unemployment rate, with 5.4% of its working-age population without a job, according to a Feb. 6 press release sent to Becker's by QR code generator QRFY. 
  2. What's next for outpatient spine surgery

    From "awake spine" procedures to construction on new outpatient spine centers across the country, here are three areas to keep an eye on in outpatient spine surgery:
  3. Texas Cardiologist charged with inappropriate contact with patients

    Kozhaya Sokhon, MD, a cardiologist at AdvaCardio in The Woodlands, Texas, has been arrested and accused of engaging in inappropriate sexual conduct with multiple patients.
  4. GI Alliance breaks ground on Missouri ASC

    Management organization GI Alliance has broken ground on an ASC in Kansas City, Mo., in conjunction with real estate company MedCore Partners and Cig Partners Two. 

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  1. Independent ASCs aren't going anywhere

    In an increasingly consolidating landscape, independent ASCs still have a seat at the table.
  2. Meet the leaders behind 3 top GI societies

    Across the country, gastroenterological associations and organizations connect physicians with professional development, education and resources, as well as networking opportunities.
  3. New Florida ASC secures $22.5M in funding

    A new ASC in Orlando, Fla., has secured $22.5 million in funding from Raleigh, N.C.-based First Citizens Bank. 
  4. Surgical tech pay in 2024: 5 stats to know

    Here are five statistics providing insight into how surgical technologists are compensated:

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  1. Steward's financial issues spark backlash against for-profit healthcare

    Dallas-based Steward Health Care's financial woes have come to a head in recent weeks and forced the physician-led system to take action.
  2. The state of COVID-19: 3 updates

    Here are three updates on COVID-19 that ASC leaders should know:
  3. Optum's unprecedented growth in 5 numbers

    Here are five numbers that provide insight into how healthcare powerhouse Optum has grown:
  4. New ASC to be built in Indiana

    A 10,500-square-foot ASC will be built in Munster, Ind., Valpo.Life reported Feb. 3.
  5. 5 highest paid anesthesiologists in Nashville

    The highest paid anesthesiologist in Nashville, Tenn., earns $609,100 per year, according to Medscape's salary reporter tool, which is much higher than the mean annual wage of $302,970 anesthesiologists make according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
  6. Tenet's sell-off strategy

    Tenet Healthcare, parent company of ASC chain United Surgical Partners International, has sold off several assets since the beginning of the year, including seven hospitals and three ASCs. 
  7. Man who impersonated NBA player as part of $336M fraud scheme sentenced to prison

    A New York man was sentenced to 12 years in prison for his role in a scheme that defrauded multiple health insurance companies out of more than $336 million. 
  8. 10 best, worst states for eye health

    Hawaii has been named the best state for eye health in 2024, while West Virginia landed in the bottom spot, according to a new report from RX Safety based on data from the CDC, KFF and the Bureau of Labor Statistics. 
  9. Johnson Memorial Hospital proposes $17M upgrade to surgery center

    Stafford, Conn.-based Johnson Memorial Hospital is planning an upgrade of its Enfield, Conn., surgery center, according to a Feb. 5 report by Hartford Business Journal.

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