Patsy Newitt

Here are 10 major ASC lawsuits Becker's reported on in 2024 that shook the industry:

Walmart, CVS and Walgreens faced major headwinds in 2024 as their efforts to push into primary care faltered. 

President-elect Donald Trump will take office for the second time in January, and ASC leaders are preparing amid his plans to appoint a swath of new leaders to oversee aspects of the healthcare system.

Ker Leader Medical, a new ASC development company, is dedicated to preserving physician autonomy and promoting ASC independence.

An Elevance-backed healthcare company based in Puerto Rico — MMM Holdings — has agreed to pay more than $15 million to resolve allegations that it violated kickback laws through a gift card incentive program intended to induce Medicare enrollments.

Becker's has reported on three physician fraud cases since Dec. 16. 

Ker Leader Medical, a new ASC development company, is committed to preserving the autonomy of physicians and ASC leadership. One key way they achieve this is through their innovative financing model.

Here is a state-by-state breakdown of seven ASC closures Becker's reported on in 2024:

A family medicine physician in Three Rivers, Mass., will pay $220,000 to settle allegations he prescribed controlled substances outside the usual course of professional practice.

December has been a tumultuous month for anesthesia pay policy, as provider and public outrage has spurred two payers to reverse controversial reimbursement policies.