Author: Patsy Newitt

 The gastroenterology industry has experienced an increase in colonoscopy demand as the recommended age for screening continues to lower and colorectal cancer cases continue to rise. 

Here are three lawsuits involving physicians and illegal drug prescription that Becker's has reported on in the last month: 

Colonoscopies can be performed in ASCs or hospitals, but there are different considerations when deciding the best setting for the procedure.

In 2024, 28% of physicians have a net worth ranging between $2 million and $4.9 million, according to Medscape's 2024 "Physician Wealth and Debt Report," published June 12. 

Matt Kraemer, administrator of Northern Arizona Healthcare in Flagstaff, joined Becker's  to discuss his team's strategy in handling the obstacle of rising overhead paired with stagnating ASC reimbursements. 

ASCs nationwide are facing rising operating costs that are outpacing dwindling reimbursements.

Here are three kickback lawsuits Becker's has covered in the last month:

Here are three anesthesiologists who have made headlines in the last two weeks:

Modesto, Calif.-based Doctors Medical Center has been cited for immediate jeopardy by CMS for using certified registered nurse anesthetists to sedate and monitor surgical patients.

Certified registered nurse anesthetist compensation is rising across the country as anesthesia provider shortages plague hospitals and ASCs, VMG Health said in a May 22 blog post.