The Joint Commission updates surgery center burden reduction rules

The Joint Commission has updated its ambulatory care standards to match CMS policy changes.

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The changes include removing transfer agreements with hospitals, timeline revisions for emergency preparedness plans and giving more flexibility for pre-surgical physicals and history in ASCs.

The new changes go into effect March 15. Read more here.

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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.

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Presenters: Joe Ganley, athenahealthJeffrey Flynn, CASC, Gramercy Surgery CenterBryan Tsao, Access Center, Loma Linda University HealthJason Zepeda, Northridge Hospital Medical Center, CommonSpirit HealthGreg DeConciliis, PA-C, CASC, Boston Out­Patient Surgical Suites

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