Today's Top 20 Stories
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Private practice or employment? 21 experts weigh in
For young physicians, deciding between employment and private practice can be stressful. -
3 surgeon leaders to know
Here are three surgeons pioneering new procedures or taking on leadership roles: -
Why Bain Capital's $3.2B bid for Surgery Partners could 'glaringly outline' PE's impact
Brentwood, Tenn.-based Surgery Partners received a nonbinding acquisition proposal from Bain Capital Private Equity on Jan. 27, offering to buy all outstanding shares for $25.75 per share in cash.
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Considering private practice? 10 things to know
While the vast majority of physicians work in employed settings, there is a growing wave of physicians who are getting creative in their approach to private practice development as they seek more autonomy while balancing high costs of opening and operating an independent practice. -
50M Americans travel 25+ miles for GI care
Nearly 50 million Americans have to travel 25 miles or more for access to a gastroenterologist, according to a February study published in Gastroenterology. -
Martha's Vineyard physician practice faces closure
One of only two free-standing medical centers on Martha's Vineyard is at risk of shutting down, raising concerns for more than 1,000 patients who rely on its services, the Vineyard Gazette reported Feb. 5. -
Jury sides with Midwest Anesthesia Providers in $2.6M wrongful death suit
A St. Louis County jury has ruled in favor of Midwest Anesthesia Providers in a medical malpractice suit alleging wrongful death, according to a Feb. 3 report from Missouri Lawyers Media.
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Virginia medical office building sells for $7.8M
A medical office building in Fairfax, Va., has sold for $7.85 million, according to a Feb. 5 report from CityBiz. -
VCU Health acquires land near former project site
Richmond, Va.-based VCU Health has purchased 8.5 acres of land in Chesterfield, Va., for what is expected to be a new outpatient surgery center, according to a Feb. 6 report from Richmond BizSense. -
Vanderbilt Health acquires Tennessee cardiology practice
Nashville, Tenn.-based Vanderbilt University Medical Center entered an agreement to acquire Tennova Healthcare's cardiology practice in Clarksville, Tenn. -
Connecticut halts big ASC sale over ownership, regulatory concerns
The Connecticut Office of Health Strategy has pushed back against a proposed sale involving Constitution Surgery Alliance, citing concerns over governance and ownership changes affecting multiple ASCs, according to a Jan. 23 letter obtained by Becker’s.
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How private practices maximize reimbursements
Sixty nine-percent of independent physicians collect payment at time of service to maximize reimbursements, according to a recent survey from healthcare software company Tebra published Jan. 30. -
A flurry of states introducing CRNA, anesthesia laws
Since the start of 2025, lawmakers in five states have introduced legislation addressing anesthesia reimbursement policies and certified registered nurse anesthetist practice regulations. -
The surge of hospital-affiliated physicians: 10 statistics to know
Physician employment trends continue to shift as more leave private practice for hospital and corporate affiliations. -
The 'win-win' model for hospitals, physician practices
For physicians who might be eyeing a move from employed to independent practice models, the shift can be daunting. -
Anesthesiology residents applying to pain medicine fellowships drops 45%
Demand for anesthesiologists continues to rise. However, fellowship applications among anaesthesiology residents may be falling, according to a November study published in the January edition of Pain Practice. -
Updates on Midwestern ASCs in 30 days
Here are six updates on ASCs in the Midwest, as reported by Becker's since Jan. 7: -
Mississippi outpatient center moving forward despite conflict with county, local hospital
An outpatient medical complex is moving forward in South Mississippi without the support of county supervisors and nearby Singing River Health System, according to a Feb. 5 report from the Sun Herald. -
The ASC Quality Collaboration releases safety, quality assessment tool
The ASC Quality Collaboration has released a safety and quality assessment tool, according to a Feb. 3 report from Ambulatory Surgery Center News. -
The road ahead for ASCs: 1 CEO's thoughts
As a new federal government ushers in a wave of policy changes, ASCs are paying close attention to legislative changes and market trends as leaders plan for the years ahead.
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