“Looking at general trends, surgery center density has a direct correlation to population density,” Chris Skagen, executive director of the Oregon Ambulatory Surgery Center Association, told Becker’s.
As these 25 fastest-growing cities rapidly increase in population in 2023, their climates become ripe for an increased number of ASCs:
1. Myrtle Beach, S.C.
2. Lakeland, Fla.
3. Sarasota, Fla.
4. Fort Myers, Fla.
5. Boise, Idaho
6. Ocala, Fla.
7. Port St. Lucie, Fla.
8. Daytona Beach, Fla.
9. Naples, Fla.
10. Austin, Texas
11. Spartanburg, S.C.
12. Melbourne, Fla.
13. Salisbury, Md.
14. Jacksonville, Fla.
15. Tampa, Fla.
16. Huntsville, Ala.
17. Phoenix
18. Fayetteville, Ark.
19. Spokane, Wash.
20. Raleigh and Durham, N.C.
21. Las Vegas
22. Charleston, S.C.
23. Reno, Nev.
24. Charlotte, N.C.
25. Orlando, Fla.
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.
