August 20, 2010
1. Future of ASCs in Five Years: Predictions on the Most Common Ownership Model. (ASC Transactions & Valuation Issues)
Features insight from Jeff Sapp of
Innovative Surgical Solutions; Dr. Robert Peets of
Samaritan North Surgery Center; Jeff Peo of
ASCOA; Dr. Mike Russell of
Texas Spine & Joint Hospital; and Jeffrey Shanton of
Journal Square Surgical Center.
2. 4 Ways to Improve ASC Profitability From an Anesthesiologist's Perspective. (Anesthesia & Anesthesia-Related Issues)
3.
Early Registation Ends Sept. 1! The Best Business Speakers in the ASC
Industry Present at the 17th Annual Improving Profitability, and
Business and Legal Issues for ASCs Conference (Oct. 2010, Chicago). 12 more speakers for 83 sessions. Download the conference brochure and register today.
4. 6 Ways to Improve Pre- and Post-Operative Processes. (ASC Turnarounds: Ideas to Improve Performance & Benchmarking)
Features insight from Sandra Jones of
ASD Management.
5. 3 Factors That Can Increase the Value of ASCs to a Potential Corporate or Hospital Partner. (ASC Transactions & Valuation Issues)
Features insight from Jason Ruchaber of
HealthCare Appraisers.
6. Lakeland (Fla.) Surgical & Diagnostic Center has performed more than 10,000 cases
annually since 2001, and last year treated 19,300 cases, with
projections to exceed 20,000 cases in 2010. Read about 19 other ASCs
performing more than 10,000 cases annually.
7. 5 Quick Guidelines for Effective Insurance Verification. (ASC Coding, Billing and Collections)
Features insight from Caryl Serbin of
Serbin Surgery Center Billing.
8. Job opening: ASC Billing Expert in New Jersey (Montvale).
9. 3 Ways to Reduce Cost in a GI-Driven ASC. (GI & Endoscopy-Driven ASCs)
Features insight from Angela Wustner of
Physicians Endoscopy.
10. 4 Tips for Preventing Infection in Your ASC. (ASC Accreditation & Patient Safety)
11. 3 Ways to Improve Your ASC's Processes and Overall Efficiency: Anesthesiologists, Room Turnover and Cash Cycle. (Anesthesia & Anesthesia-Related Issues)
Features insight from Rajiv Chopra of
The C/N Group.
12. Critical ASC Mistake: Failure to Regularly Audit Dictated Surgeons' Reports. (ASC Coding, Billing & Collections)
Features insight from Bill Gilbert and Brice Voithofer of
AdvantEdge Healthcare Solutions.
13. Key Traits to Look for in ASC Nurses, Anesthesiologists and Medical Directors. (ASC Turnarounds: Ideas to Improve Performance & Benchmarking)
14. 3 Ways a Young GI Center Reduced Costs: Gastrointestinal Associates Endoscopy Center. (GI & Endoscopy-Driven ASCs)
15. Importance of Outlining Privileges: Q&A with Dr. Jack Egnatinsky of AAAHC. (ASC Accreditation & Patient Safety)
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