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An Overview of Federal Laws and Regulations Governing Ownership in and Reimbursement for ASCs

Written by Scott Becker and Amber McGraw Walsh
Wednesday, 16 January 2008
The establishment, marketing and operation of an ambulatory surgical center ("ASC") is subject to various federal and state laws. The laws concern the kickback, rebate or division of fees between physicians and non-physicians, the recept or offering of remuneration as an inducement to refer patients, false claims, and the manner in which prospective patients may be solicited.
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Different Approaches Help 5 ASCs Find Turnaround Success

Written by Dana Kulvin
Monday, 14 January 2008
Good third-party management companies that have specific expertise in the ASC industry are often successful in turning around financially struggling facilities. This is because they are able to evaluate an ASC's operations and effectively identify problem areas and resolve them.
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Pa. Report: ASCs Save Medicare $464 Million Annually

Written by Scott Becker
Monday, 14 January 2008
An independent report on Pennsylvania's ASCs has turned up some interesting statistics. The report, entitled Financial Analysis 2006, Volume Two, reported a total of 205 licensed ASC facilities in the state with 28 facilities having opened between June 2006 and May 2007.
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Don't Let Your ASC Suffer From Success

Written by Scott Becker and Ronald Lundeen
Monday, 14 January 2008
You want your ASC to be a success. It benefits you and your patients if it is. However, if you want to expand on that success, providing a way for new physicians to invest in your facility can be difficult, to say the least.
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A Courting Process

Written by Amber McGraw Walsh and Scott Becker
Monday, 14 January 2008
For many healthcare companies, when it is time to sell or refinance their business, finding an investment bank that fits the needs, philosophies and goals of the seller can be an important component for success during the sale/refinance process.
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