The procurement and management of anesthesia services has become one of the biggest financial headaches for ASC leaders. Anesthesia costs have shifted into a fixed operational expense that payers, particularly government programs like Medicare and Medicaid, have failed to adequately…
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North American Partners in Anesthesia has named Kathryn Cullen as president of its clinical services division. Ms. Cullen will lead the organization’s clinical services strategy and work with clinicians and operational leaders to support anesthesia teams and client relationships, according…
The American Association of Nurse Anesthesiology raised concerns about federal student loan limits affecting CRNAs and other advanced nursing degrees. The rule defines “professional students” as those in certain degree programs eligible for up to $50,000 in annual federal loans,…
The American Association of Nurse Anesthesiology named U.S. Rep. Suzanne Bonamici, D-Ore., as the recipient of its National Health Leadership Award for 2026. The award was presented at the group’s Mid-Year Assembly in Washington, D.C., according to an April 29…
Dental sedation is emerging as a significant opportunity for anesthesia leaders, particularly certified registered nurse anesthetists, according to Jeff Tieder, MSN, CRNA, clinical assistant professor at the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga. “It’s very much a nonoperating room anesthesia space…
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The Colorado Permanente Medical Group named Greg Berman, MD, president and executive medical director effective March 28, according to an April 28 news release. Dr. Berman has served in the role on an interim basis since August 2025, succeeding Jeff…
The American Medical Association, alongside more than 100 other specialty societies and state medical associations, wrote an open letter to federal officials cautioning them against health plans undermining the federal No Surprises Act April 27. The letter acknowledges the complexity…
A federal court has dismissed all claims brought by Anthem Blue Cross of California against Irvine, Calif.-based HaloMD and its co-defendants, rejecting the insurer’s attempt to use federal litigation to challenge awards issued under the No Surprises Act’s Independent Dispute…
The Federal Trade Commission has reached an agreement in principle with U.S. Anesthesia Partners over allegations brought against the company in 2023, claiming that it violated antitrust laws by engaging in a scheme to consolidate anesthesia services in Texas. According…
Columbus-based OhioHealth is transitioning away from centralized nitrous oxide delivery systems as part of a sustainability effort aimed at reducing waste and emissions. The system is replacing large, piped nitrous oxide infrastructure with smaller e-cylinder tanks attached directly to anesthesia…