Patsy Newitt, Author at Becker’s ASC

North Carolina health system closes bariatric service

Boone (N.C.) Health will close its bariatric clinic and reallocate services following a reduced demand for services, KOMU 8 reported Feb. 12.

The case for private equity and ASCs

Simon Schwartz, COO of Englewood-based Strategic Resources Group Colorado, joined Becker's to discuss the evolving role of private equity in healthcare, particularly its necessity for many physicians navigating an increasingly expensive environment.

USPI revenue climbs to $4.5B: 7 things to know

Dallas-based United Surgical Partners International reported $4.5 billion in net operating revenues for 2024, a 15.4% increase from $3.9 billion in 2023, according to parent company Tenet Healthcare’s earnings report released on Feb. 21.

The ASC, physician workforce puzzle

From independent practice evolutions and private equity involvement, the physician workforce landscape is undergoing significant transformations, reshaping the ASC sector.

New York physician convicted in $24 million fraud scheme

Queens, N.Y., physician, Alexander Baldonado, MD, was found guilty of a scheme that resulted in more than $24 million in fraudulent Medicare claims for medically unnecessary lab tests and orthotic braces.

'Either we pay or we close a room': Anesthesia challenges hit small ASCs harder

Declining reimbursements and a growing anesthesia provider shortage are putting significant strain on ASCs, especially those smaller in size that lack the resources to compete for providers.

'You can only sustain this for so long': Payer challenges plague small ASCs

Kristi Manutai, RN, regional administrator for Redding, Calif.-based North State Surgery Centers, joined Becker's to discuss how payer issues are creating significant financial and operational challenges for smaller ASCs.

Florida physician's $31M conviction overturned after witnesses allegedly lied about kickbacks

A West Palm Beach, Fla.-based addiction recovery physician has had his conviction overturned after it was revealed that a key witness lied about paying him kickbacks, Miami Herald reported Feb. 10.

'You have to know the right politicians': How CON laws restrict ASC growth

Certificate-of-need laws, which regulate the establishment and expansion of healthcare facilities, continue to be a significant hurdle for ASCs in many states.

'Thanksgiving dinner isn't always pleasant': Colorado ASCs, hospitals forge collaboration

Simon Schwartz, associate director of the Colorado Ambulatory Surgery Center Association and COO of Englewood-based Strategic Resources Group Colorado, joined Becker's to discuss the evolving relationships between ASCs and hospitals in Colorado.