ASC leaders are entering 2026 with measured optimism, expecting financial performance to remain steady or improve despite ongoing cost pressures, according to a VMG Health survey released Oct. 9.
VMG Health surveyed 97 ASC leaders in September from both independently owned and joint venture centers.
Here’s how they expect their financial challenges to unfold in 2026 compared to 2025:
- Positive performance: 38%
- Similar performance: 49%
- Negative performance: 13%
When it comes to investments, ASCs plan to allocate financial resources toward:
- Adding new surgeons: 67%
- Service line expansion: 58%
- Significant capital procurement: 31%
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