In today’s rapidly evolving ASC and anesthesia landscapes, some leaders feel certified registered nurse anesthetists are positioned to do more than deliver care. As economic and operational models shift, CRNAs have growing opportunities to shape workflows, drive efficiency and influence…
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A single-center study published in JAMA supported recent recommendations that the age of colorectal cancer screening age be lowered to 45, Medpage Today reported June 3. The study, conducted by researchers Kaiser Permanente Northern California in Pleasanton, investigated colorectal neoplasia…
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Strong anesthesia partnerships are vital to ASC performance, particularly as securing coverage becomes more and more difficult. Jeff Tieder, MSN, CRNA, clinical assistant professor in the nurse anesthesia concentration at the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga, joined Becker’s to outline…
nimble solutions, the leader in surgical revenue cycle management, today announced its acquisition of Contego, a specialized firm focused on revenue optimization for out of-network surgeons, including their ASCs and office-based surgical practices. This partnership expands nimble’s capabilities in supporting…
Hickory, N.C.-based Frye Regional Medical Center, a Duke Lifepoint facility, has added gastroenterology services. Simon Allport, MD, a gastroenterologist who specializes in treating digestive conditions, including pancreatic, liver and esophageal disorders, will be the first provider at the new facility,…
Gov. Ron DeSantis stood by his promise to veto legislation that would have expanded the ability of family members to pursue non-economic damages in malpractice cases, the Florida Phoenix reported May 29. Under current law, parents cannot pursue non-economic damages…
North American Partners in Anesthesia has entered into a partnership with Sentara Health Plans, the health plan division of Sentara Health. The partnership aims to improve care outcomes and reduce healthcare costs for patients, according to a June 3 news…
Amavita Heart and Vascular Health has opened a multimillion-dollar cardiovascular ASC in Miami. The new center will be the first dedicated cardiovascular ASC in the region, according to a June 3 news release. The 15,000-square-foot facility will be led by…
Center Valley, Pa.-based DeSales University has partnered with St. Luke’s University Health Network in Jim Thorpe, Pa., to launch a certified registered nurse anesthetist program, according to a June 3 report from WFMZ. Through the partnership, DeSales will house a…