Author: Patsy Newitt

The pandemic revealed how ASCs provide a growth opportunity for many hospitals and health systems across the U.S.

Miami-based Gastro Health has had a year of substantial growth and recently was sold to a private equity company. 

A carcinogen was found in sunblock, and McKesson is opening a new distribution facility. 

Some gastroenterologists say the pandemic has emphasized the important role that GI plays in preventive care. 

Chattanooga, Tenn.-based Center for Sports Medicine and Orthopaedics performed its first cervical disc replacement, according to a LinkedIn post. 

Humble, Texas-based Townsen Memorial opened an ASC in Spring, Texas, according to a LinkedIn post by the health system. 

United Surgical Partners International and AdventHealth have acquired Tampa (Fla.) Outpatient Surgical Center through a new joint venture, they said June 2. 

Independent ASCs face specific challenges when it comes to payer contracts and opportunities for growth. 

The CDC said clinicians should report all cases of heart inflammation after COVID-19 vaccination, and Colorado's first cardiovascular ASC was opened. 

Precertifications are one of many hassles ASCs face when securing reimbursements.