GOP Legislator Seeks to Repeal Maine’s CON Program

Republican lawmakers in Maine are seeking to roll back the state’s certificate of need program that requires state officials to review proposals for major provider expansions and construction of new facilities, according to a Bangor Daily News report.

Advertisement

The repeal is sponsored by Richard Malaby (R-Hancock) who said in the report, “I feel philosophically that hospitals [and] ambulatory surgical centers should be competing and improving their product and maybe, through competition, bring down cost for consumers.”

The Maine Hospital Association opposes the repeal.

More Articles on Surgery Centers:

Future Surgery Center Transaction & Acquisition Expectations: Q&A With Todd Mello of HealthCare Appraisers

Montana Bill Would Establish Stricter CON Process for ASCs

8 Hospitals Planning New Surgery Centers

At the Becker’s 32nd Annual Meeting: The Business and Operations of ASCs, taking place October 29-31 in Chicago, ASC leaders, surgeons and healthcare executives will explore strategies to drive growth, enhance operational performance, navigate reimbursement challenges and prepare for the future of ambulatory surgery. Apply for complimentary registration now.

Advertisement

Next Up in ASC Transactions & Valuation Issues

Advertisement

Comments are closed.