Oregon ASCs could see licensing fee uptick — 5 things to know

Ambulatory surgery center licensing fees could rise in Oregon if the Oregon Patient Safety Commission finalizes the biennium budget, according to The Lund Report.

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Here are five things to know:

1. ASC licensing fees would go from $850 to $975.

2. This would be the first increase since 2003

3. There are no charges planned for renal dialysis centers, which currently pay $750.

4. Small hospital licensing fees would go from $1,000 to $1,150.

5. The commission has a public hearing on June 17.

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