Large retail and big tech companies are developing healthcare clinics across the U.S. Where do their employed physicians and clinicians refer patients who need specialists or surgery?

Surgical Care Affiliates' former director of revenue cycle operations, David Wilson, joined Therapy Brands as vice president of revenue cycle management, according to a July 27 release. 

Pacific Heights Plastic Surgery in San Francisco now requires staff and patients to have the COVID-19 vaccine before entering the facility.

Lawrence Parrish has served as the administrator of his orthopedic center for more than 15 years. 

For Northern Arizona Healthcare in Flagstaff, strategic leadership models can propel growth. 

ASC leaders must juggle multiple roles and responsibilities to keep their centers running.

Some independent ASCs took a hit during the pandemic without the leverage to secure reimbursements and necessary supplies.

Establishing interdependent leadership is critical to achieve growth, according to Shane Ricks, RN. 

AFL-CIO ranked the highest-paid CEOs from S&P 500 and Rusell 3,000 companies to develop a report on the highest-paid top executives for healthcare organizations in 2020.

ASCs will be an asset to providers, payers and healthcare organizations in the coming years, according to Matt Kraemer. 

From physician-centered to laissez-faire leadership, eight ASC leaders spoke with Becker's ASC Review on the ideal leadership model for ASCs. 

Denver-based DaVita, an outpatient medical services provider specializing in dialysis and kidney care, has been indicted in connection with a collusion investigation involving Deerfield, Ill.-based Surgical Care Affiliates,the Justice Department said July 15.

From the COVID-19 pandemic to increased outpatient migration, ASCs have had to adjust to acute industry shifts in the past few years.

From industry-wide growth to increased partnerships, six ASC leaders spoke with Becker's ASC Review on how they expect the ASC industry to change in the next five years. 

For Gregg Florentin, maintaining independence is key to maintaining financial stability. 

The biggest misconception about ASCs is that any procedure is appropriate for the surgery center, according to Annie Shippen. 

From supply chain obstacles to revenue disruptions, the pandemic highlighted the need for ASC adaptability.

For Covenant High Plains Surgery Center in Lubbock, Texas, sharing risk among staff was key to surviving the pandemic. 

CNBC ranked America's top states for business based on several categories, including the cost of doing business, access to capital and business friendliness.

Although some leaders say ASC independence has "seen its better days," others see it as key to long-term success.