A wave of new companies is emerging to support independent ASCs, pushing back against industry consolidation by prioritizing physician ownership, autonomy and innovative management models. Here are three of the companies disrupting the industry: Ker Medical Ker Leader Medical is…
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There are a wide range of factors to take into account when launching or constructing a new ASC, including strategies, de novo options and philosophies. Mark Langston, the new chief development officer of Compass Surgical Partners, recently connected with Becker’s…
Here are five recent leadership moves for ASCs to know: 1. Patrick Conway, MD, CEO of Optum Rx, was named CEO of Optum, the healthcare services arm of UnitedHealth Group and parent company of ASC chain SCA Health. 2. Raleigh,…
Two of the three highest-paid executives of Nashville, Tenn.-based HCA Healthcare saw a rise in both base salary and total compensation. Here is what the three highest-paid HCA executives earned since 2020: Samuel Hazen, CEO. Mr. Hazen was appointed CEO…
Monitoring cash flow, reviewing contracts and improving efficiency are a few strategies that ASC leaders are taking to guard against a potential recession. Six ASC leaders joined Becker’s to discuss their strategies. Editor’s note: Responses have been lightly edited for…
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What would make physicians’ daily lives better? Becker’s asked 15 physicians for one change, big or small, that would make the biggest impact on their workday. Editor’s note: These responses have been edited lightly for clarity and length. Benjamin Cooper,…
Patrick Conway, MD, CEO of Optum Rx, has been named CEO of Optum, the healthcare services arm of UnitedHealth Group and parent company of ASC chain SCA Health, effective May 6. Here are five things to know: 1. Dr. Conway…
A new report from Jackson Physician Search and LocumTenens.com found a sobering reality about the state of medicine — only 21% of physicians would recommend a career in medicine to young people, and just 32% say they would choose the…
The growth of orthopedics and the recruitment of the remaining independent physicians are two target areas for these CEOs. These two leaders recently connected with Becker’s to share the biggest ASC and hospital trends that they are seeing in the…
Nashville, Tenn.-based CEO Saum Sutaria, MD, saw a major jump in compensation between 2020 and 2021, largely due to stock awards and incentive plans. Here’s Dr. Sutaria’s total compensation in the last five years: 2024 total compensation: $24.7 million 2023:…