2026 threats, Optum scrutiny and hiring strain — ASCs weigh a mostly positive rule amid uncertainty.

December 8, 2025

1. The biggest threats to ASCs in 2026 Full story

2. CMS' final ASC rule overall 'positive': Inside ASCA advocacy Full story

3. ASCs owners are selling real estate 5-10 years before retirement for maximum ROI. Learn why here.

4. New York state lawmakers urge probe of Optum for dropping plans, closing practices Full story

5. Good news, bad news for orthopedic surgery in 2026 Full story

 

6. EHR transitions, without disruption: How 1 org pulled it off — here.

7. Physicians rarely see benefits from M&A: 24 stats to know Full story

8. ASCs' physician recruitment crisis Full story

9. The 10 best states for surgeons: Report Full story

10. 3 ASC strategies for getting the best tech Full story

 

11. 70% of physicians say AI boosts well-being. See 6 ways to apply it in your practice here.

12. Study affirms safety of 360-degree spinal fusion in ASCs Full story

13. Mohawk Valley Health System cuts ribbon on ASC Full story

14. AANA taps education chief Full story

15. Columbus Regional breaks ground on 68K-square-foot surgery center, MOB Full story

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18. Only 24% of agency nurses feel included. 3 ways MSPs are closing the gap here.

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