Here are four things to know:
1. The Ambulatory Surgical Center Quality and Access Act of 2015 now has 93 cosponsors in the House of Representatives and eight cosponsors in the Senate.
2. The legislation addresses the disparity between ASC and hospital outpatient department payments.
3. ASCA plans to continue efforts on behalf of the legislation in 2017 and hopes to reintroduce the bill.
4. ASCA encourages ASC members to advocate on behalf of the industry to their representatives. The organization is coordinating National Advocacy Day on May 3 or May 4 for industry members to travel to Capitol Hill to educate their representatives on ASC issues.
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.