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Little Rock-based Ortho Arkansas began construction on a new surgery center in North Little Rock, Ark., according to a Feb. 11 report from Arkansas Money & Politics.  The more than 47,000-square-foot center will include 10 operating rooms, 20 per-operative bays,…

Across five common cardiology procedures, ASCs consistently post lower total costs than hospital outpatient departments — in some cases by more than $6,000 per case — driven largely by lower facility fees.  However, the patient’s share of the bill doesn’t…

Naples (Fla.) Comprehensive Health has adopted the GI Genius AI platform to improve colonoscopy procedures and early detection of colorectal cancer.  NCH gastroenterologists are using the platform, which provides real-time analysis of colonoscopy video to flag subtle polyps and abnormalities.…

As ASCs face mounting cost pressures and tighter margins, Compass Surgical Partners CEO Mark Langston is betting on real-time operational intelligence, something many operators still lack. Rather than relying on retrospective financial reports, Mr. Langston told Becker’s that the future…

Electrophysiologists command the highest base salaries among cardiology subspecialties, earning an average of $645,112 annually, while pediatric cardiologists report base pay closer to $321,850, a gap of more than $320,000, according to data from salary transparency website Marit Health.  Here’s…

The gastroenterology workforce is entering a pivotal stretch as an aging physician base collides with rising patient demand, all the while access gaps widen and compensation pressures mount in the background. Here are five trends to keep an eye on:…

Mass General Brigham has received approval for an endoscopy-focused ASC in Cambridge, Mass., according to a Feb. 11 report from Hoodline.  The state’s Public Health Council green lit a 6,095-square-foot facility which will include three procedure rooms and 10 pre-…

Optum, UnitedHealth Group’s healthcare services arm, is closing Family Medical Group Northeast, a clinic in Portland, Ore., according to a Feb. 11 report from Willamette Week.  The clinic, which has provided care for more than 30 years, was acquired by…

A bill in the Kansas legislature would create a licensing and regulation system for anesthesiologist assistants, according to a Feb. 11 report from KOAM.  Anesthesiologist assistants differ from certified registered nurse anesthetists. Assistants require direct supervision from an anesthesiologist, while…

From ophthalmology and gastroenterology to orthopedic and multispecialty surgery centers, ASCs nationwide are actively recruiting administrators to lead clinical and operational growth. Here are 10 ASCs hiring administrators:  Note: This is not an exhaustive list. Job listings were compiled from…