Leadership

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. 

Easton-based University of Maryland Shore Regional Health named ASC nurse Emily Uyttewaal, RN, its 2021 nurse of the year, local NBC affiliate KVPI reported July 10.