Author: Patsy Newitt

As the federal government shutdown enters its fourth week, hospitals and physician practices across the country are facing growing uncertainty.  For physicians, telehealth benefits expanded during the COVID-19 pandemic expired Oct. 1 and the federal government ended CMS reimbursement for…

Alignment, transparency and shared goals are the core elements that make a strong anesthesia partner for ASCs. Two anesthesia leaders joined Becker’s to describe their ideal anesthesia partner.  Question: What does a strong partnership between anesthesia and ASC leadership look…

Technology is transforming anesthesia care in ASCs, streamlining workflows, enhancing safety and expanding the possibilities for same-day complex procedures. Two anesthesia leaders joined Becker’s to discuss the role of technology in the future of ASC-anesthesia care.  Question: What role do…

ASCs are increasingly at the forefront of colorectal cancer prevention efforts, particularly as new screening technologies gain traction.  Following two FDA approvals last year, many ASCs are stepping up to provide faster follow-up care for patients with positive results from…

A recent analysis by The Doctors Company, examining 490 closed malpractice claims between 2010 and 2024, highlights the most common contributing factors behind ophthalmology-related lawsuits.  According to the report, here are the eight top contributing factors for ophthalmology malpractice reports:

Since Oct. 1, four leaders have either joined or departed Nashville, Tenn.-based HCA Healthcare: 1. Jacob Wiesmann was named divisional CFO at Cambridge, Mass.-based Beth Israel Lahey Health. Prior to his new role, Mr. Wiesmann served as a market CFO…

As anesthesia costs climb and workforce shortages persist, the conversation around who delivers care can often be oversimplified, according to Brian Cohen, MD, administrative chief of Miami Anesthesia Services. Dr. Cohen joined Becker’s to discuss how the anesthesia care team…

As orthopedic care continues to migrate from hospitals to ASCs, the landscape is rapidly evolving.  Here are five key orthopedic ASC trends to watch: 1. The rise in single-specialty ASCs Orthopedics is one of the most capital- and equipment-intensive specialties,…

A physician in Margate, N.J., has been barred from practicing medicine while serving a period of supervised release following a healthcare fraud conviction, the Courier Post reported Oct. 20.  What happened?

A physician-owned hospital in Wichita, Texas, will shutter after more than 25 years of service.  Here are three things to know: 1. Kell West Regional Hospital and its property will be acquired by United Regional for “future use” and will…