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1. Omicron variant confirmed in the US & 6 more COVID-19 updates Full story

2. Illinois medical group pays $500K to resolve fraud allegations Full story

3. 60K physicians under Optum Health Full story

4. Duplicate data entry can keep ASC staff from focusing on patients. Here's four common software challenges you can fix.

5. 10 ASC administrators to know Full story

6. ASCs working with hospitals: How one admin maintains strong ties Full story

7. 2 ASC execs making political runs in 2022 Full story

8. 10 PE deals in the ASC industry in 2021 Full story

9. A standardized anesthesia program at this ASC sparked a 100% jump in daily procedures. Download this short case study to learn how.

10. 20% growth in outpatient cardiovascular surgery expected by mid-2020s + 4 more ASC trends Full story

11. 5 major hurdles for ASCs Full story

12. Anesthesiologists accuse BCBS of North Carolina of using 'strong-arm tactics' & 6 more BCBS updates Full story

13. New ASC rules are changing orthopedic programs — 7 tips to power profits.

Becker's Learning Opportunities

1. As tech's use in medicine grows, so does risk exposure. Click here for strategies to prevent malpractice and other risks.

2. Identity management systems should check 12 boxes. Does yours? Find out here.

3. Digital healthcare should be available for everyone. Get 6 steps to achieve digital health equity here.