The survey, released Aug. 11, included responses from senior executives and clinical leaders at hospitals and health systems nationwide. The survey was based on 129 responses.
Four more report findings:
- In 2021, 46 percent of hospitals and health systems had at least one ASC, a 3 percent increase from 2020.
- Of the hospitals and health systems that owned ASCs in 2021, 61 percent had two or more and 32 percent had five or more.
- The number of hospitals and health systems with ASCs that permit third-party equity partners declined from 44 percent in 2018 to 27 percent in 2021.
- In 2021, 53 percent of hospitals and health systems with hospital outpatient departments similar to ASCs considered converting one or more of their HOPDs to ASCs.
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.