Even as AI gains traction in healthcare, nearly half (47%) of ASC leaders have no intention of adopting it and other emerging technologies in 2026. For its “ASC Leader Expectations for 2026” survey, VMG Health asked 97 leaders which innovations…
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As spine and orthopedic procedures continue shifting outpatient, ASCs are managing rising case complexity, new technology expectations and tighter demands around patient experience and financial performance. During Becker’s 31st Annual Meeting: The Business and Operations of ASCs in Chicago, four…
In its September jobs report released Nov. 20, The Bureau of Labor Statistics found that healthcare added 42,8000 jobs for the month — with many from ASCs. Ambulatory health services contributed the most to September’s healthcare job gains, adding 23,300…
The prospect of opening a standalone ASC in 2025 is marked by both challenges and opportunities as the demand for surgical services, as well as operational costs, both remain high. Geoffrey Hibbert, BSN, RN, is an administrator at Trinity Surgery…
Here are four gastroenterology groups that experienced data security incidents this year: 1. Albany (N.Y.) Gastroenterology Consultants notified the Maine Attorney General in September about a data breach impacting more than 57,000 individuals. 2. A ransomware group known as Sinobi…
Valdosta, Ga.-based SGMC Health completed its first patent foramen ovale closure procedure at its heart and vascular center. The procedure was performed by interventional cardiologist Daryoosh Derakhshan, DO, using the Gore Cardioform septal occluder, a minimally invasive device that seals…
Rising denials and long reimbursement cycles are common complaints — even among practices with leading EHR platforms. Technology alone isn’t solving the revenue challenge. Some practices, however, are seeing a different outcome. By making strategic adjustments to how they manage…
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Revenue cycle inefficiencies don’t always stem from tech itself. Often, RCM friction stems from how technology is used. Practices with strong EHRs still face persistent challenges: inconsistent revenue, slow payment cycles and rising burnout tied to manual workarounds. This on-demand…
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Here are five stats that all ASC and health system leaders need to know about the current and future state of the supply chain:
Four primary care practices in southern New Jersey are being “abruptly” closed by Optum, UnitedHealth Group’s physician practice arm, the Pine Barrens Tribune reported Nov. 20. One of the physicians at a closing practice in Medford, N.J., John Hickey, MD,…