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During his campaign, President Donald Trump promised to levy substantial tariffs against China and Mexico on day 1 of his presidency. 

C.R. Bard and its affiliates — Liberator Medical Supply, Liberator Holdings and Rochester Medical Corporation — agreed to pay $17 million to resolve allegations they provided kickbacks to physician practice groups. 

Republican lawmakers have outlined significant Medicare cuts, which include implementing site-neutral payments, eliminating funding for hospital bad debts and reducing uncompensated care funding. Hospitals' access to special Medicare payment classifications could also be restricted to limit costs.

Both state and federal legislatures are tackling anesthesia-based bills in 2025. Here are four key pieces of legislation to know: 

ASCs must navigate a complex regulatory landscape to mitigate risks during ownership transactions, particularly for multispecialty ASCs. 

AMSURG has acquired a majority ownership interest in Texarkana (Texas) Surgery Center. 

Here are cases of physicians suing their former employers since Jan. 1, 2025, as reported by Becker's:

A pain management physician and his medical practice will pay $3.5 million, among other penalties, to resolve allegations of billing for medically unnecessary testing and pre-signing opioid prescriptions.

A cardiologist has sued Allentown, Pa.-based Lehigh Valley Health Network, alleging she experienced gender discrimination, unequal pay and a hostile work environment, WFMZ News reported Jan. 22. 

Ambulatory surgery centers continue to face supply chain challenges due to product and staffing shortages, financial and space constraints, and variability in demand. Enhancing supply chain efficiency is essential to reduce costs and ensure the provision of timely, high-quality care.…