Dr. Tom Price is an orthopedic surgeon and now long-term Republican Congressmen from Georgia. He is an exceptional and straightforward professional. He was at one time an owner of an ASC. Dr. Price understands the country's needs and the healthcare…
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About one year ago, my partners and I decided to add spine cases to our outpatient surgery center, the East Portland Surgical Center (EPSC). It was a big decision, with important clinical and operational implications, so we thoroughly assessed the…
The importance of developing outstanding programs, often referred to as “Centers of Excellence,” in specific specialties has taken on new importance in critical specialties such as orthopedics, neurosurgery and spine, cardiology and oncology. This article discusses how developing a grand…
Whenever someone asks me what it takes to succeed in the ASC business, I immediately tell them about "the five C's." These are the five core concepts or competencies that must be mastered by physician-owners at all types of ASCs,…
In today's economically challenging environment, it's imperative that your facility is billing and collecting the maximum reimbursement possible (while still remaining compliant). While there are no miracles to increase your bottom line, there are plenty of practical and inventive measures…
In today's economically challenging environment, it's imperative that your facility is billing and collecting the maximum reimbursement possible (while still remaining compliant). While there are no miracles to increase your bottom line, there are plenty of practical and inventive measures…
Woodrum ASD is seeking an administrator for a multi-specialty ASC in Panama City, Fla.
ASC Communications has launched a new Web site dedicated to coverage of business and legal news and analysis for orthopedic and spine practices. The site, Becker's Orthopedic & Spine Review, can be found at www.beckersorthopedicandspine.com.
The American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons has incorporated the American Joint Replacement Registry, a nonprofit organization dedicated to collecting and reporting on hip and knee joint replacement procedures, according to an AAOS news release.
The Endoscopy Center of Southern Nevada, which is located in Las Vegas, has filed for bankruptcy, according to a report by KVBC News.