The five largest ASC operators have accelerated growth through acquisitions, partnerships and de novo development. While independents still dominate the market, these chains now account for nearly one-third of all ASCs, reshaping outpatient surgery nationwide. Here’s where the five biggest…
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Optum subsidiary SCA Health, one of the largest ASC chains in the country, acquired one of the country’s largest gastroenterology physician groups in early 2025 from a private equity owner. Here are five things to know: 1. Exton, Pa.-based U.S.…
A strategic approach to adding staff and facility growth is crucial to thriving in the ASC setting, Michael Meneghini, MD, said. Dr. Meneghini, founder and CEO of Indiana Orthopedic Institute in Noblesville, shared his advice with Becker’s. Note: This response…
The rapid adoption of ambient AI for clinical documentation speaks to the tangible benefits experienced by clinicians and demonstrates the trust placed in these technologies. At Abridge, we believe that it is our responsibility to continuously improve the AI platform…
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New CMS reimbursement policies and Medicaid redeterminations are straining hospital revenue — especially in markets with high exchange plan enrollment. Health systems can’t afford to rely on legacy growth strategies. In this session, marketing, strategy and finance leaders will explore…
Sep 24, 2025 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM CDT
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- Ben Fuqua, SVP and Group Lead of Analytics, Unlock Health
- Kevin Thilborger, Chief Revenue Strategy Officer, Unlock Health
- Kris Wickline, VP, Strategy, Unlock Health
Prospect Medical, parent company of Upland, Pa.-based Crozer Health, is suing HHS, CMS and others alleging they violated an automatic stay order after the company’s bankruptcy was filed in January, Philadelphia Business Journal reported Aug. 13. What happened?
A Saginaw, Mich.-based physician has been charged with 23 counts of Medicare fraud, the state’s Attorney General said in an Aug. 15 news release. What happened?
Here are three recent updates to certified registered nurse anesthetist programs and leadership announcements, as reported by Becker’s: 1. The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences Northwest Regional Campus in Fayetteville received $3 million to expand its CRNA program. 2.…
Here are seven new cardiology practice openings and expansions since July 1, 2025: 1. UK HealthCare’s Gill Heart & Vascular Institute in Lexington, Ky., opened a new heart catheterization lab for adults with congenital heart disease and children at Kentucky…
The Accreditation Association for Ambulatory Health Care has released its v44 Standards, the latest update to its accreditation and certification handbooks, according to a news release shared with Becker’s Aug. 18. Here’s five things to know about the updated standards:…