From: Scott Becker <scott@beckersasc.com>
Subject: [Becker's ASC Review] 10 Predictions on ASC M&A Activity in 2012 | The Problem With ASC Reimbursement Methodology | Buffalo Surgery Receives NY State Approval | Investment Trust Acquires St. Louis ASC for $8.5M
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Becker's ASC Review
ASCOA
News & Analysis

Jan. 16, 2012

   

1. 10 Predictions on ASC Merger & Acquisition Activity in 2012. Click Here

2. Investment Trust Acquires St. Louis Surgical Center in MO for $8.5M. Click Here

3. The Problem With ASC Reimbursement Methodology: Q&A With Scott Faringer of Tri-City Orthopaedic Center. Click Here

4. Free 2-year subscription to Becker's ASC Review, mailed 9 times per year. Click here to sign up.  

5. Buffalo Surgery Center in NY Receives State Approval. Click Here

6. 10 Tips from ASC Administrators on Tough Vendor Negotiations. Click Here

7.
Arizona's Camp Lowell Surgery Center Physician Recognized for Treating Congresswoman Gabrielle GiffordsClick Here  

8. CMS Corrects 2012 Medicare Rates for Surgery Centers. Click Here

9. Upcoming Webinar: Driving Perioperative Performance to Improve the Bottom Line. David Young, MD, of Advocate Lutheran General Hospital, and Jeffry Peters, President & CEO of Surgical Directions, discuss proven strategies to reduce OR costs, enhance clinical outcomes and grow volume. Tuesday, Feb. 21, 1:30 PM-2:30 PM CT. Click here to register.
 
10. Gastroenterologists on the Move: Drs. Zubin Bhesania and Anthony Boutt Join Michigan Bariatric Institute.
Click Here


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9. Regent Surgical Health:

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10. Meridian Surgical Partners:

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moreinformation@provationmedical.com;

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info@smpsd.com

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14. Surgery Partners:

www.surgerypartners.com 

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www.hfap.org 

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info@eveia.com;  

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17. Interventional Management Services:

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18. Amerinet:    

info@amerinet-gpo.com;

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info@pinnacleiii.com;

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