In a September interview with Becker’s ASC Review, Mr. Zasa said surgery centers should examine their case costs closely to look for areas that could be improved. He encouraged ASCs to prepare an analysis of their top three most costly procedures. “Do it on a per surgeon basis to compare them against their peers,” he says. “If possible, obtain benchmark data. The hope is that you can change behavior so there is standardization on supplies and implants.”
Prior to founding ASD Management, formerly Woodrum ASD, Mr. Zasa served as corporate counsel for Premier Ambulatory Systems, where he was responsible for acquisitions and physician development. He also served as regional director of surgery operations for ProSurg, a division of American Ophthalmic.
Mr. Zasa is a former president of the Texas Ambulatory Surgery Center Association and continues to serve on the board. He is also a board member of the ASC Advocacy Committee and a frequent speaker on the topics of ASC development and management.
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