Leadership

ASCs have become a cornerstone in the healthcare landscape — offering patients a cost-effective and efficient alternative to traditional hospital settings for various surgical procedures — but barriers remain. 

There are a number of highly publicized issues in the ASC industry, from declining physician reimbursement to the presence of major consolidators and inflation. 

Along with the onset of a new presidential administration, ASCs are paying close attention to healthcare policymaking.

A bipartisan coalition of 10 House lawmakers introduced legislation on Jan. 31 aimed at reversing a 2.83% Medicare physician payment reduction and implementing a 2% increase to help stabilize physician practices and protect patient access to care.

As healthcare consolidation accelerates, ASCs and hospitals are increasingly finding ways to work together, forming partnerships and joint ventures to drive mutual growth. 

Nashville, Tenn.-based HCA Healthcare has made 12 leadership appointments across its hospitals in the last 10 days. 

On Jan. 28, labor and employment law firm Ogletree Deakins published a blog post highlighting the legal issues that are top of mind for healthcare leaders in 2025.

Physician satisfaction is on the decline, with only 65% of physicians reporting they are satisfied or very satisfied with their profession.

ASC leaders are optimistic about the future, citing opportunities for growth over the next five years, including the migration of cardiology procedures to ASCs and increasing patient interest.

Here are five ASC leaders to watch in 2025: