The New York State Association of Nurse Anesthetists held a rally at the state Capitol on May 9, pushing for legislation that would recognize certified registered nurse anesthetists as a profession, according to a report from CBS affiliate WRGB.
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Around 30 percent of freestanding ASCs are owned and operated by chains, with AmSurg holding 4.3 percent.
The highest paid executives at seven major healthcare companies all earned over $1.2 million in 2022.
Joel Cleary, MD, an orthopedic surgeon at Grangeville, Idaho-based Memphis Veterans Affairs Medical Center, joined Becker's to discuss the biggest threats to physicians and reimbursement issues.
A former advanced practice nurse has pleaded guilty to unlawfully distributing controlled substances and healthcare fraud, the Justice Department reported May 9.
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The Ambulatory Surgery Center Association will offer two classes of its ASC Administrator Development Program — as a hybrid and virtual option, according to the organization's website.
Here are four Cigna updates reported by Becker's since Feb. 20:
CNBC has released its 11th annual "Disruptor 50" list, honoring private companies chasing major opportunities and growing despite market challenges. At least 35 of the honorees are valued at over $1 billion.
Revenue cycle management services company Savista is expanding into the ASC market, according to a May 9 press release sent to Becker's.
National Surgical Center Stockton (Calif.) has begun offering HFX, high-frequency spinal cord stimulation procedures for the treatment of diabetic neuropathy.