Issue Archive

Features of the January issue include:

Industry Forecast – Where ASCs stand in the business of health care

Bringing Cardiac Cases into ASCs – Come to ASCA 2018 to learn how to run a successful heart-centered surgery center

OR Utilization – The double-edged sword

Prevent Surgical Fires – Reduce risk with understanding

Features of the February issue include:

Providing High-Acuity Orthopedic and Spine Cases – Strategies for success lie in pre- and postop care

Benchmark Beyond Requirements – Use external and internal parameters

Participate in an Orthopedic Registry – Join the ‘transparency revolution’

Provide Health Literacy to Patients – Share basic information and encourage questions

Features of the March issue include:

ASC Advocacy Posts Gains – Groundwork laid for future success

Make Your Voice Heard in the Capitol – ASCA’s Advocacy Fund helps make sure ASCs get fair legislation

Observe National Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month – Spread the word to raise awareness

Options for Post-Acute Services – Convalescent centers, skilled nursing facilities or home care?

Features of the April issue include:

Boston Calling – Expand your ASC network, knowledge and skills at ASCA 2018

Surprise Medical Bills – How to protect your patients from paying out-of-network prices

Improve Your ASC’s Safety Culture – Know the current standards and follow established best practices

Use EMR to Make Billing Easier and More Accurate – Proceed with caution for best results

Features of the May issue include:

Give Your Revenue Cycle a Tune-Up – Boost collections with transparency and up-front payments

Grow Your Ophthalmic ASC – Expand, invest in new technology and market your brand

Hold Your Payers Accountable – Educate yourself, develop relationships and act quickly on denials

BASC Offers CAIP – The Certified Ambulatory Infection Preventionist credential is now available

Features of the June-July issue include:

Lending a Healing Hand – One World Surgery provides continuum of care to patients globally

Caring for Paralyzed Patients – Keep ADA requirements in mind

Be Transparent – Post your ASC’s surgery prices online

Hire CASC-Certified People – The credential is a seal of quality that demonstrates commitment to the ASC community, employers say

Achieving OSHA Compliance in Eyewash Equipment – Consistency is key

Features of the August issue include:

Motivate Generations, Boost Teamwork – Learn their communication styles and speak their language

Complying with Emergency Preparedness Requirements – Stay on top of your paperwork, perform drills and collaborate with your local authorities

Enhance Your Team’s Productivity – Effective communication is key

Features of the September issue include:

Share the ASC Story – Join state associations and participate in benchmarking and National Advocacy Days

Small ASCs Can Attract Buyers Too – Deliver strong management, diversified revenue and a balanced payer mix

Total Joints with Few Opioids – A company shares its successful pain management program

Features of the October issue include:

Staying on Top of Life Safety Code Compliance – Make it a continuous quality improvement process

Playing by the Rules – One-on-one with an ASC director

Prepare for IT Failure – Back up your data and develop a business continuity plan

Partnering with a Managed Services Provider – Find one fitted to your ASC’s culture

Features of the November-December issue include:

Austin Bound – Join ASCA in January for the 2019 Winter Seminar

Renovate While You Operate – Pre-planning goes a long way

Avoid Materials Management Mistakes – Focus on communication and collaboration and catch potential problems early

Renovate or Build New? – Points to consider before making a decision

Features of the January issue include:

Managing Drug Shortages – ASC management must have a pro-active strategy

Changing Hospital Model and Its Impact on ASCs – Surgery centers look to be positioned for success

Reversing the National Trend of Opioid-Related Overdoses – What ASCs can do

The Value Proposition for ASCs – Providers that demonstrate higher quality, affordable access and lower cost stand to win

Features of the February issue include:

Join ASCA on Capitol Hill – Sign up for National Advocacy Day when you register for ASCA 2017

Benchmark Your Revenue Cycle – Gauge the health of your ASC’s collections, billing processes and contracts

In the Pipeline – ASCA’s 2017 advocacy agenda

Achieving and Sustaining a Culture of Patient-Centric Care – Government support continues to grow

Features of the March issue include:

Stay on Top of Water Quality – Avoid contaminants with careful testing and vigilance

Tips on Implant and Supply Management – Reduce costs, increase value, maintain choice

Lessons Learned Operating ASCs in Low-Income Areas – Be cognizant of financial obstacles and cultural differences

Continuity of Operations Planning in ASCs – Effective communication, drills and working with your local organizations are key

Features of the April issue include:

Navigating Coding Modifiers – What ASCs need to be on the lookout for

Using Lean Six Sigma – Streamline production, eliminate waste and increase efficiency

Value-Based Care in Today's ASC Market – Surgery Centers should seize the opportunity

ASCs and Poct-Acute Services – Skilled nursing facilities would work with surgery centers

Features of the May issue include:

Virtual Marketing – How to create and maintain a social media site

ASCA 2017 Convenes in Washington, DC, This Month – Take advantage of more than 60 educational sessions and advocate for your ASC

Protecting Patient Information – Train staff to maintain data security and privacy

Cyber Insurance and Your ASC – Reduce your risk and the cost of protection

Features of the June-July issue include:

Medication Management Hot Spots – Accreditation standards that can challenge ASCs

Working with Compounding Pharmacies – Check accreditation, state registration and licensure, and FDA track record

Winning Over Patients through Engagement – Participation leads to better outcomes

Make HIPAA Compliance a Top Priority – Avoid these missteps in your ASC

Features of the August issue include:

Know Your State’s Nursing Scope of Practice Definitions – Educate yourself to avoid adverse outcomes and litigation

Creative Staffing Strategies for Highest Efficiency – Adaptability and flexibility play key roles

Recruiting and Retaining Physicians – Develop a long-term plan, be responsive to your doctors’ needs and make sure staff is happy

Cost Savings in Human Resources – Hire smart, cross-train and keep staff morale high

Features of the September issue include:

Changes in Accreditation – Three accrediting agencies explain upcoming modifications in their standards

Modifying to Achieve Interoperability – In the absence of CEHRT, ASCs adapt to reach clinical integration

Invest in IT to Support Your ASC’s Growth – Look beyond the price tag, choose carefully

Implement an Effective Peer Review Program – Stay on track with an ongoing, active process

Features of the October issue include:

Battling the Opioid Crisis – Responsibilities of ASCs

Develop a Win–Win Cash-Pay Program – Know your procedure costs, set fees that ensure a reasonable margin and keep your costs low

Ins and Outs of H&P – Make sure you know the how, what and when behind these critical assessments

Use Benchmarking to Drive QAPI – ASCs nationwide are using ASCA Benchmarking to improve their performance

Features of the November-December issue include:

Be Clear on Medical Device Clearance Process – What ASCs need to know about FDA 510(k)

Get the Right Equipment at the Right Price – Plan ahead, take your time and do your research before making a purchase

OSHA Updates Its Regulations – Learn how to implement the revised reporting requirements

Improve Surgeon Satisfaction – Invest in OR technology