1. Parker, Colo.-based Milestone Surgical Center snagged accreditation by the Accreditation Association for Ambulatory Health Care.
2. A recent survey by patient safety watchdog Leapfrog shows patients prefer ASCs to hospital outpatient departments. Here are four stats to know.
3. Healthcare watchdog organization the Leapfrog Group named 12 ASC leaders to its ASC advisory committee.
4. The Joint Commission will conduct its accreditation survey at full capacity after making COVID-19-related updates from the last year. Here are eight tips from the group to avoid accreditation errors.
5. In its March report to Congress, the Medicare Payment Advisory Commission recommended CMS require ASCs to submit data on the cost of services they provide to Medicare.
At the Becker’s 32nd Annual Meeting: The Business and Operations of ASCs, taking place October 29-31 in Chicago, ASC leaders, surgeons and healthcare executives will explore strategies to drive growth, enhance operational performance, navigate reimbursement challenges and prepare for the future of ambulatory surgery. Apply for complimentary registration now.