In this episode of the ASC Podcast with John Goehle, we cover the latest updates from the ASC industry, discuss recent ASC issues and survey experiences, provide an update on Fraud and Abuse investigations, discuss signage in shared spaces, review rules about transporting medications, and in our focus segment, discuss patient registration, patient privacy, rights and responsibilities, and posting requirements. 

This episode is sponsored by Surgical Information Systems, RFX Solutions, Medserve and  Ambulatory Healthcare Strategies.

Notes and Resources from this Episode:

• CMS Fraud Detection Operation Center Launched to Combat Fraud

• • https://www.fiercehealthcare.com/providers/cms-sets-real-time-medical-fraud-center-doge-federal-contractor-rolls-out-commercial-tool

• Outpatient Surgery Magazine article about construction:

• • https://digital.outpatientsurgery.net/view/998248182/24/

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• Small ASC’s better off
  • https://www.beckersasc.com/asc-transactions-and-valuation-issues/the-big-disruption-of-small-ascs/?origin=ASCE&utm_source=ASCE&utm_medium=email&utm_content=newsletter&oly_enc_id=0573H1191845C8E
• Resources from CMS to Remain Compliant with CfC (including regulations and guidance on the focus segment discussion:
  • Conditions for Coverage:

• • • https://www.ecfr.gov/cgi-bin/text-idx?c=ecfr&rgn=div5&view=text&node=42:3.0.1.1.3&idno=42#se42.3.416_150

• • Appendix L of the State Operations Manual (SOM)
    • https://www.cms.gov/Regulations-and-Guidance/Guidance/Manuals/downloads/som107ap_l_ambulatory.pdf
    • https://www.cms.gov/medicareprovider-enrollment-and-certificationsurveycertificationgeninfopolicy-and-memos-states-and/updated-guidance-ambulatory-surgical-centers-appendix-l-state-operations-manual-som

INFORMATION ABOUT THE ASC PODCAST WITH JOHN GOEHLE

ASC Central, a sister site to http://ascpodcast.com provides a link to all of our bootcamps, educational programs and membership programs!

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Join one of our Membership Programs!

• • Our Patron Program:
    • Patron Members of the ASC Podcast with John Goehle have access to ASC Central - an exclusive membership website that provides a one-stop  ASC Regulatory and Accreditation Compliance, Operations and Financial Management resource for busy Administrators, nurse managers and business office managers. 
    • More information and Become Member

• The ASC-Central Premium Access Program

• • A Premium Resource for Ambulatory Surgery Centers including access to bootcamps, education programs and private sessions
  • More Information and Become a Premium Access Program Members Today!

Important Resources for ASCs:

• Conditions for Coverage:

• https://www.ecfr.gov/cgi-bin/text-idx?c=ecfr&rgn=div5&view=text&node=42:3.0.1.1.3&idno=42#se42.3.416_150

• Infection Control Survey Tool (Used by Surveyors for Infection Control)
  • https://www.cms.gov/Regulations-and-Guidance/Guidance/Manuals/downloads/som107_exhibit_351.pdf
• Updated Guidance for Ambulatory Surgical Centers - Appendix L of the State Operations Manual (SOM)
  • https://www.cms.gov/Regulations-and-Guidance/Guidance/Manuals/downloads/som107ap_l_ambulatory.pdf
  • https://www.cms.gov/medicareprovider-enrollment-and-certificationsurveycertificationgeninfopolicy-and-memos-states-and/updated-guidance-ambulatory-surgical-centers-appendix-l-state-operations-manual-som
• Policy & Memos to States and Regions
  • CMS Quality Safety & Oversight memoranda, guidance, clarifications and instructions to State Survey Agencies and CMS Regional Offices.
  • https://www.cms.gov/Medicare/Provider-Enrollment-and-Certification/SurveyCertificationGenInfo/Policy-and-Memos-to-States-and-Regions

Other Resources from the ASC Podcast with John Goehle:

Visit the ASC Podcast with John Goehle Website

Books by John Goehle

• Get a copy of John’s most popular book - The Survey Guide - A Guide to the CMS Conditions for Coverage & Interpretive Guidelines for Ambulatory Surgery Centers

In this episode of the ASC Podcast with John Goehle, we cover the latest updates from the ASC industry, discuss recent ASC issues and survey experiences, review a recent survey by Avanza, discuss high level disinfection issues and in our focus segment, we interview Jennifer Cantrell with AMSURG during the New Jersey ASC Associations recent conference where she discussed Patient Engagement and how OAS-CAPHS can provide valuable information for improving patient satisfaction.  

This episode is sponsored by Surgical Information Systems, RFX Solutions, Medserve and  Ambulatory Healthcare Strategies.

Notes and Resources from this Episode:

• Resources from AHS, ASC Central and the ASC Podcast with John Goehle
  • ASC Podcast website - http://ascpodcast.com
  • ASC Central website - http://conferences.asc-central.com
  • Ambulatory Healthcare Strategies, LLC - http://ah-strategies.com
  • Contact John Goehle at 585-594-1167 for more information.
• AJIC literature review- endoscope HLD failures
  • https://www.ajicjournal.org/article/S0196-6553(25)00290-1/fulltext
• 6th Annual Hospital Leadership ASC Survey:
  • https://avanzastrategies.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/6th-Avanza-Intelligence-Hospital-Leadership-ASC-Survey.pdf
• Chemical Risk Assessment:
  • https://www.osha.gov/chemical-hazards

INFORMATION ABOUT THE ASC PODCAST WITH JOHN GOEHLE

ASC Central, a sister site to http://ascpodcast.com provides a link to all of our bootcamps, educational programs and membership programs!

https://conferences.asc-central.com/

Join one of our Membership Programs!

• • Our Patron Program:
    • Patron Members of the ASC Podcast with John Goehle have access to ASC Central - an exclusive membership website that provides a one-stop  ASC Regulatory and Accreditation Compliance, Operations and Financial Management resource for busy Administrators, nurse managers and business office managers. 
    • More information and Become Member

• The ASC-Central Premium Access Program

• • A Premium Resource for Ambulatory Surgery Centers including access to bootcamps, education programs and private sessions
  • More Information and Become a Premium Access Program Members Today!

Important Resources for ASCs:

• Conditions for Coverage:

• https://www.ecfr.gov/cgi-bin/text-idx?c=ecfr&rgn=div5&view=text&node=42:3.0.1.1.3&idno=42#se42.3.416_150

• Infection Control Survey Tool (Used by Surveyors for Infection Control)
  • https://www.cms.gov/Regulations-and-Guidance/Guidance/Manuals/downloads/som107_exhibit_351.pdf
• Updated Guidance for Ambulatory Surgical Centers - Appendix L of the State Operations Manual (SOM)
  • https://www.cms.gov/Regulations-and-Guidance/Guidance/Manuals/downloads/som107ap_l_ambulatory.pdf
  • https://www.cms.gov/medicareprovider-enrollment-and-certificationsurveycertificationgeninfopolicy-and-memos-states-and/updated-guidance-ambulatory-surgical-centers-appendix-l-state-operations-manual-som
• Policy & Memos to States and Regions
  • CMS Quality Safety & Oversight memoranda, guidance, clarifications and instructions to State Survey Agencies and CMS Regional Offices.
  • https://www.cms.gov/Medicare/Provider-Enrollment-and-Certification/SurveyCertificationGenInfo/Policy-and-Memos-to-States-and-Regions

Other Resources from the ASC Podcast with John Goehle:

Visit the ASC Podcast with John Goehle Website

Books by John Goehle

• Get a copy of John’s most popular book - The Survey Guide - A Guide to the CMS Conditions for Coverage & Interpretive Guidelines for Ambulatory Surgery Centers

In this episode of the ASC Podcast with John Goehle, we cover the latest updates from the ASC industry, including an update on the dockworkers settlement, a discussion of recent HIPAA issues, free toolkits from the ASC Quality Collaboration.  We also discuss recent experiences including infection control issues, on-boarding less experienced clinical staff and regulatory requirements related to research.  In our focus segment, we discuss how to handle flooding emergencies, and temperature and humidity issues.  

This episode is sponsored by Surgical Information Systems, RFX Solutions,  triValence, Medserve and  Ambulatory Healthcare Strategies.

Notes and Resources from this Episode:

• HIPAA Updates:
  • https://www.hipaajournal.com/hapy-bear-surgery-center-data-breach-settlement/
  • https://www.axios.com/2025/01/13/hospitals-cyber-security-rule-upgrade
• ASC Quality Collaboration Toolkits:
  •  https://ascquality.org/toolkits/
• Becker’s Article about Specialties Shifting toward ASCs
  • https://www.beckersasc.com/asc-news/5-emerging-specialties-among-ascs.html?origin=ASCE&utm_source=ASCE&utm_medium=email&utm_content=newsletter&oly_enc_id=0573H1191845C8E

INFORMATION ABOUT THE ASC PODCAST WITH JOHN GOEHLE

ASC Central, a sister site to http://ascpodcast.com provides a link to all of our bootcamps, educational programs and membership programs!

https://conferences.asc-central.com/

Join one of our Membership Programs!

• • Our Patron Program:
    • Patron Members of the ASC Podcast with John Goehle have access to ASC Central - an exclusive membership website that provides a one-stop  ASC Regulatory and Accreditation Compliance, Operations and Financial Management resource for busy Administrators, nurse managers and business office managers. 
    • More information and Become Member

• The ASC-Central Premium Access Program

• • A Premium Resource for Ambulatory Surgery Centers including access to bootcamps, education programs and private sessions
  • More Information and Become a Premium Access Program Members Today!

Important Resources for ASCs:

• Conditions for Coverage:

• https://www.ecfr.gov/cgi-bin/text-idx?c=ecfr&rgn=div5&view=text&node=42:3.0.1.1.3&idno=42#se42.3.416_150

• Infection Control Survey Tool (Used by Surveyors for Infection Control)
  • https://www.cms.gov/Regulations-and-Guidance/Guidance/Manuals/downloads/som107_exhibit_351.pdf
• Updated Guidance for Ambulatory Surgical Centers - Appendix L of the State Operations Manual (SOM)
  • https://www.cms.gov/Regulations-and-Guidance/Guidance/Manuals/downloads/som107ap_l_ambulatory.pdf
  • https://www.cms.gov/medicareprovider-enrollment-and-certificationsurveycertificationgeninfopolicy-and-memos-states-and/updated-guidance-ambulatory-surgical-centers-appendix-l-state-operations-manual-som
• Policy & Memos to States and Regions
  • CMS Quality Safety & Oversight memoranda, guidance, clarifications and instructions to State Survey Agencies and CMS Regional Offices.
  • https://www.cms.gov/Medicare/Provider-Enrollment-and-Certification/SurveyCertificationGenInfo/Policy-and-Memos-to-States-and-Regions

Other Resources from the ASC Podcast with John Goehle:

Visit the ASC Podcast with John Goehle Website

Books by John Goehle

• Get a copy of John’s most popular book - The Survey Guide - A Guide to the CMS Conditions for Coverage & Interpretive Guidelines for Ambulatory Surgery Centers 

In this episode of the ASC Podcast with John Goehle, we cover the latest updates from the ASC industry, discuss possible supply chain issues in the new year, review the stalled Corporate Transparency Act and how it would affect ASCs, and in our focus segment, provide tips for preparing for a possible survey in 2025.

This episode is sponsored by Surgical Information Systems, RFX Solutions,  triValence, Medserve and  Ambulatory Healthcare Strategies.

Notes and Resources from this Episode:

• ASC News- The Critical role of ASC’s during national emergencies:
  • https://ascnews.com/2024/11/the-critical-role-of-ascs-during-national-emergencies/?spMailingID=132653&puid=3910766&E=3910766&utm_source=newsletter&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=132653
• The Hill - New Report from CDC on Vaccination Rates:
  • https://thehill.com/policy/healthcare/5003450-cdc-report-covid-flu-vaccination/
  • CDC estimates of hospitalizations and deaths
• Resources for Survey Preparedness:
  • Conditions for Coverage:

• https://www.ecfr.gov/cgi-bin/text-idx?c=ecfr&rgn=div5&view=text&node=42:3.0.1.1.3&idno=42#se42.3.416_150

• Infection Control Survey Tool (Used by Surveyors for Infection Control)
  • https://www.cms.gov/Regulations-and-Guidance/Guidance/Manuals/downloads/som107_exhibit_351.pdf
• Guidance for Ambulatory Surgical Centers - Appendix L of the State Operations Manual (SOM)
  • https://www.cms.gov/Regulations-and-Guidance/Guidance/Manuals/downloads/som107ap_l_ambulatory.pdf
  • https://www.cms.gov/medicareprovider-enrollment-and-certificationsurveycertificationgeninfopolicy-and-memos-states-and/updated-guidance-ambulatory-surgical-centers-appendix-l-state-operations-manual-som

• Conditions for Coverage Conference
  • https://conferences.asc-central.com/211-2/
• Credentialing and Peer Review Conference:
  • https://conferences.asc-central.com/176-2/

INFORMATION ABOUT THE ASC PODCAST WITH JOHN GOEHLE

ASC Central, a sister site to http://ascpodcast.com provides a link to all of our bootcamps, educational programs and membership programs!

http://asc-central.com

Join one of our Membership Programs!

• • Our Patron Program:
    • Patron Members of the ASC Podcast with John Goehle have access to ASC Central - an exclusive membership website that provides a one-stop  ASC Regulatory and Accreditation Compliance, Operations and Financial Management resource for busy Administrators, nurse managers and business office managers. 
    • More information and Become Member

• The ASC-Central Premium Access Program

• • A Premium Resource for Ambulatory Surgery Centers including access to bootcamps, education programs and private sessions
  • More Information and Become a Premium Access Program Members Today!

Important Resources for ASCs:

• Conditions for Coverage:

• https://www.ecfr.gov/cgi-bin/text-idx?c=ecfr&rgn=div5&view=text&node=42:3.0.1.1.3&idno=42#se42.3.416_150

• Infection Control Survey Tool (Used by Surveyors for Infection Control)
  • https://www.cms.gov/Regulations-and-Guidance/Guidance/Manuals/downloads/som107_exhibit_351.pdf
• Updated Guidance for Ambulatory Surgical Centers - Appendix L of the State Operations Manual (SOM)
  • https://www.cms.gov/Regulations-and-Guidance/Guidance/Manuals/downloads/som107ap_l_ambulatory.pdf
  • https://www.cms.gov/medicareprovider-enrollment-and-certificationsurveycertificationgeninfopolicy-and-memos-states-and/updated-guidance-ambulatory-surgical-centers-appendix-l-state-operations-manual-som
• Policy & Memos to States and Regions
  • CMS Quality Safety & Oversight memoranda, guidance, clarifications and instructions to State Survey Agencies and CMS Regional Offices.
  • https://www.cms.gov/Medicare/Provider-Enrollment-and-Certification/SurveyCertificationGenInfo/Policy-and-Memos-to-States-and-Regions

Other Resources from the ASC Podcast with John Goehle:

Visit the ASC Podcast with John Goehle Website

Books by John Goehle

• Get a copy of John’s most popular book - The Survey Guide - A Guide to the CMS Conditions for Coverage & Interpretive Guidelines for Ambulatory Surgery Centers 

In this episode of the ASC Podcast with John Goehle, we cover the latest updates from the ASC industry, review requirements for annual governing body meeting requirements and in our focus segment interview Jamie Miller, with SCA HEALTH about Cultivating a Safety-First Culture: Leadership’s Role in Patient Safety and Employee Retention.

This episode is sponsored by Surgical Information Systems, RFX Solutions,  triValence, Medserve and  Ambulatory Healthcare Strategies.

Notes and Resources from this Episode:

• Johns Hopkins Article about Glowing Gel

• • https://engineering.jhu.edu/news/scientists-engineer-glowing-gel-to-improve-eye-surgery/

• OR Manager GLP 1 Guidance

• • https://www.ormanager.com/briefs/new-guidance-preoperative-glp-1s-safe-for-surgical-patients/?oly_enc_id=3914G8504789C8H

• Quality, Safety & Oversight Memo Ref: QSO-25-09-ALL 

• • DATE: November 21, 2024
  • SUBJECT: REVISED: Revisions to Appendix Q, Guidance on Immediate Jeopardy
  • LINK: https://www.cms.gov/files/document/qso-25-09-all.pdf

• AEUs/IPCHs for the End of the Year

• • If you need AEU or IPCH Credits for 2024 - make sure you visit:
    • http://conferences.asc-central.com

INFORMATION ABOUT THE ASC PODCAST WITH JOHN GOEHLE

ASC Central, a sister site to http://ascpodcast.com provides a link to all of our bootcamps, educational programs and membership programs!

http://asc-central.com

Join one of our Membership Programs!

• • Our Patron Program:
    • Patron Members of the ASC Podcast with John Goehle have access to ASC Central - an exclusive membership website that provides a one-stop  ASC Regulatory and Accreditation Compliance, Operations and Financial Management resource for busy Administrators, nurse managers and business office managers. 
    • More information and Become Member

• The ASC-Central Premium Access Program

• • A Premium Resource for Ambulatory Surgery Centers including access to bootcamps, education programs and private sessions
  • More Information and Become a Premium Access Program Members Today!

Important Resources for ASCs:

• Conditions for Coverage:

• https://www.ecfr.gov/cgi-bin/text-idx?c=ecfr&rgn=div5&view=text&node=42:3.0.1.1.3&idno=42#se42.3.416_150

• Infection Control Survey Tool (Used by Surveyors for Infection Control)
  • https://www.cms.gov/Regulations-and-Guidance/Guidance/Manuals/downloads/som107_exhibit_351.pdf
• Updated Guidance for Ambulatory Surgical Centers - Appendix L of the State Operations Manual (SOM)
  • https://www.cms.gov/Regulations-and-Guidance/Guidance/Manuals/downloads/som107ap_l_ambulatory.pdf
  • https://www.cms.gov/medicareprovider-enrollment-and-certificationsurveycertificationgeninfopolicy-and-memos-states-and/updated-guidance-ambulatory-surgical-centers-appendix-l-state-operations-manual-som
• Policy & Memos to States and Regions
  • CMS Quality Safety & Oversight memoranda, guidance, clarifications and instructions to State Survey Agencies and CMS Regional Offices.
  • https://www.cms.gov/Medicare/Provider-Enrollment-and-Certification/SurveyCertificationGenInfo/Policy-and-Memos-to-States-and-Regions

Other Resources from the ASC Podcast with John Goehle:

Visit the ASC Podcast with John Goehle Website

Books by John Goehle

• Get a copy of John’s most popular book - The Survey Guide - A Guide to the CMS Conditions for Coverage & Interpretive Guidelines for Ambulatory Surgery Centers 

In this episode of the ASC Podcast with John Goehle, we cover the latest updates from the ASC industry, discuss out-sourced Sterilization, explore recent changes in the accreditation industry, and examine the top CMS citation areas. For our focus segment, we feature an exclusive interview with Bill Prentice at the 2024 Washington State Association Meeting, discussing the implications of the 2024 election results, the 2025 Final HOPD/ASC Payment Rule, and updates to Medicare Quality Reporting requirements.

This episode is sponsored by Surgical Information Systems, RFX Solutions,  triValence, Medserve and  Ambulatory Healthcare Strategies.

Notes and Resources from this Episode:

• Report by Mercer presented in MedCity:
  • https://medcitynews.com/2024/09/nursing-healthcare-workforce/
• AXIOS Article Nov 13th
  • https://www.axios.com/2024/11/13/nasal-swab-test-covid-severity
• Offsite Sterilization Article in AORN from 2022:
  • https://www.aorn.org/outpatient-surgery/article/2022-April-care-offsite

INFORMATION ABOUT THE ASC PODCAST WITH JOHN GOEHLE

ASC Central, a sister site to http://ascpodcast.com provides a link to all of our bootcamps, educational programs and membership programs!

http://asc-central.com

Join one of our Membership Programs!

• • Our Patron Program:
    • Patron Members of the ASC Podcast with John Goehle have access to ASC Central - an exclusive membership website that provides a one-stop  ASC Regulatory and Accreditation Compliance, Operations and Financial Management resource for busy Administrators, nurse managers and business office managers. 
    • More information and Become Member

• The ASC-Central Premium Access Program

• • A Premium Resource for Ambulatory Surgery Centers including access to bootcamps, education programs and private sessions
  • More Information and Become a Premium Access Program Members Today!

Important Resources for ASCs:

• Conditions for Coverage:

• https://www.ecfr.gov/cgi-bin/text-idx?c=ecfr&rgn=div5&view=text&node=42:3.0.1.1.3&idno=42#se42.3.416_150

• Infection Control Survey Tool (Used by Surveyors for Infection Control)
  • https://www.cms.gov/Regulations-and-Guidance/Guidance/Manuals/downloads/som107_exhibit_351.pdf
• Updated Guidance for Ambulatory Surgical Centers - Appendix L of the State Operations Manual (SOM)
  • https://www.cms.gov/Regulations-and-Guidance/Guidance/Manuals/downloads/som107ap_l_ambulatory.pdf
  • https://www.cms.gov/medicareprovider-enrollment-and-certificationsurveycertificationgeninfopolicy-and-memos-states-and/updated-guidance-ambulatory-surgical-centers-appendix-l-state-operations-manual-som
• Policy & Memos to States and Regions
  • CMS Quality Safety & Oversight memoranda, guidance, clarifications and instructions to State Survey Agencies and CMS Regional Offices.
  • https://www.cms.gov/Medicare/Provider-Enrollment-and-Certification/SurveyCertificationGenInfo/Policy-and-Memos-to-States-and-Regions

Other Resources from the ASC Podcast with John Goehle:

Visit the ASC Podcast with John Goehle Website

Books by John Goehle

• Get a copy of John’s most popular book - The Survey Guide - A Guide to the CMS Conditions for Coverage & Interpretive Guidelines for Ambulatory Surgery Centers 

In this Special Episode of the ASC Podcast with John Goehle recorded live Live from the Washington Ambulatory Surgery Center Association 2024 Annual Education Conference & Trade Show we interview some of the speakers and discuss recent activities for the association and the benefits of membership in the Association.

This episode is sponsored by Surgical Information Systems, RFX Solutions,  triValence, Medserve and  Ambulatory Healthcare Strategies.

Notes and Resources from this Episode:

• Main Website for WASCA:
  • https://wasca.net/
• Become a member of the WASCA:
  • https://wasca.net/join/benefits-of-membership/

INFORMATION ABOUT THE ASC PODCAST WITH JOHN GOEHLE

ASC Central, a sister site to http://ascpodcast.com provides a link to all of our bootcamps, educational programs and membership programs!

http://conferences.asc-central.com

Join one of our Membership Programs!

• • Our Patron Program:
    • Patron Members of the ASC Podcast with John Goehle have access to ASC Central - an exclusive membership website that provides a one-stop  ASC Regulatory and Accreditation Compliance, Operations and Financial Management resource for busy Administrators, nurse managers and business office managers. 
    • More information and Become Member

• The ASC-Central Premium Access Program

• • A Premium Resource for Ambulatory Surgery Centers including access to bootcamps, education programs and private sessions
  • More Information and Become a Premium Access Program Members Today!

Important Resources for ASCs:

• Conditions for Coverage:

• https://www.ecfr.gov/cgi-bin/text-idx?c=ecfr&rgn=div5&view=text&node=42:3.0.1.1.3&idno=42#se42.3.416_150

• Infection Control Survey Tool (Used by Surveyors for Infection Control)
  • https://www.cms.gov/Regulations-and-Guidance/Guidance/Manuals/downloads/som107_exhibit_351.pdf
• Updated Guidance for Ambulatory Surgical Centers - Appendix L of the State Operations Manual (SOM)
  • https://www.cms.gov/Regulations-and-Guidance/Guidance/Manuals/downloads/som107ap_l_ambulatory.pdf
  • https://www.cms.gov/medicareprovider-enrollment-and-certificationsurveycertificationgeninfopolicy-and-memos-states-and/updated-guidance-ambulatory-surgical-centers-appendix-l-state-operations-manual-som
• Policy & Memos to States and Regions
  • CMS Quality Safety & Oversight memoranda, guidance, clarifications and instructions to State Survey Agencies and CMS Regional Offices.
  • https://www.cms.gov/Medicare/Provider-Enrollment-and-Certification/SurveyCertificationGenInfo/Policy-and-Memos-to-States-and-Regions

Other Resources from the ASC Podcast with John Goehle:

Visit the ASC Podcast with John Goehle Website

Books by John Goehle

• Get a copy of John’s most popular book - The Survey Guide - A Guide to the CMS Conditions for Coverage & Interpretive Guidelines for Ambulatory Surgery Centers 

On this Episode of the ASC Podcast with John Goehle we discuss the latest news in the ASC Industry, review the final 2025 ASC/HOPD Payment Rule and Update to the ASC Quality Reporting Measures, provide an update on developments in the IV Fluid Shortage and in our focus segment speak with Mary Ryan about developing the next generation of ASC Leaders.

This episode is sponsored by Surgical Information Systems, RFX Solutions,  triValence, Medserve and  Ambulatory Healthcare Strategies.

Notes and Resources from this Episode:

• Baxter IV Fluid Updates
  • https://meded.baxter.com/sites/g/files/ebysai4096/files/2024-10/ExtendedExpDatesIVSolutions%20v2.pdf?mkt_tok=NzEwLVpMTC02NTEAAAGWc_r9SzfYVWxtY036SKWAXOOizycFbDsQMgvHx8DbkmC7Ibef7ZiAchJT7IANNeOx6_tKoyg13ZIRHShmdrJTpRvvBdQ2Vlm3zHWq5HN394FmpUQ
  • https://www.baxter.com/baxter-newsroom/hurricane-helene-updates
  • https://meded.baxter.com/hurricane-helene-clinical-resources
• Outpatient Surgery Magazine article about Colored Additives in Wipes
  • https://digital.outpatientsurgery.net/view/493385375/10/
• Becker’s Spine Review - ASC Suing Architects
  • https://www.beckersspine.com/orthopedic-spine-practices-improving-profits/60890-orthopedic-practice-suing-over-opening-delays.html?origin=ASCE&utm_source=ASCE&utm_medium=email&utm_content=newsletter&oly_enc_id=0573H1191845C8E
• 2025 Final HOPD/ASC Payment Rule
  • https://public-inspection.federalregister.gov/2024-25521.pdf
  • https://www.cms.gov/newsroom/fact-sheets/cy-2025-medicare-hospital-outpatient-prospective-payment-system-and-ambulatory-surgical-center-0
• ASCA Focus Article:
  • https://www.ascfocus.org/ascfocus/content/articles-content/articles/2024/digital-debut/asca-survey-provides-insight-into-reporting-ascqr-measures?_gl=1*s08qa6*_ga*NDY3NTAxNzk1LjE3MTE2NzQzODE.*_ga_5DE4L5HXFY*MTcyNTM3Njk1MS41Mi4wLjE3MjUzNzY5NTIuNTkuMC4w

INFORMATION ABOUT THE ASC PODCAST WITH JOHN GOEHLE

ASC Central, a sister site to http://ascpodcast.com provides a link to all of our bootcamps, educational programs and membership programs!

http://asc-central.com

Join one of our Membership Programs!

• • Our Patron Program:
    • Patron Members of the ASC Podcast with John Goehle have access to ASC Central - an exclusive membership website that provides a one-stop  ASC Regulatory and Accreditation Compliance, Operations and Financial Management resource for busy Administrators, nurse managers and business office managers. 
    • More information and Become Member

• The ASC-Central Premium Access Program

• • A Premium Resource for Ambulatory Surgery Centers including access to bootcamps, education programs and private sessions
  • More Information and Become a Premium Access Program Members Today!

Important Resources for ASCs:

• Conditions for Coverage:

• https://www.ecfr.gov/cgi-bin/text-idx?c=ecfr&rgn=div5&view=text&node=42:3.0.1.1.3&idno=42#se42.3.416_150

• Infection Control Survey Tool (Used by Surveyors for Infection Control)
  • https://www.cms.gov/Regulations-and-Guidance/Guidance/Manuals/downloads/som107_exhibit_351.pdf
• Updated Guidance for Ambulatory Surgical Centers - Appendix L of the State Operations Manual (SOM)
  • https://www.cms.gov/Regulations-and-Guidance/Guidance/Manuals/downloads/som107ap_l_ambulatory.pdf
  • https://www.cms.gov/medicareprovider-enrollment-and-certificationsurveycertificationgeninfopolicy-and-memos-states-and/updated-guidance-ambulatory-surgical-centers-appendix-l-state-operations-manual-som
• Policy & Memos to States and Regions
  • CMS Quality Safety & Oversight memoranda, guidance, clarifications and instructions to State Survey Agencies and CMS Regional Offices.
  • https://www.cms.gov/Medicare/Provider-Enrollment-and-Certification/SurveyCertificationGenInfo/Policy-and-Memos-to-States-and-Regions

Other Resources from the ASC Podcast with John Goehle:

Visit the ASC Podcast with John Goehle Website

Books by John Goehle

• Get a copy of John’s most popular book - The Survey Guide - A Guide to the CMS Conditions for Coverage & Interpretive Guidelines for Ambulatory Surgery Centers

On this Episode of the ASC Podcast with John Goehle we discuss the latest news in the ASC Industry including updates on Supply Chain Disruptions, a discussion of how employees can ease the transition from the Hospital to the ASC Setting and in our focus segment, do a deep dive into OAS-CAHPS and the pending implementation in January 2025.  

This episode is sponsored by Surgical Information Systems

Notes and Resources from this Episode:

• HIDA Clips - Tentative Strike Agreement 
  • https://thehill.com/business/4915046-port-strike-deal-reached/?email=b3427831f1ca31e5cc12adbeaf25599c6d57e870&emaila=a00ba7927366ae9a1c9cb105a5fbfb6f&emailb=ddfdf9519da78d05b0a4dc5f8e76691a1849dbbec74f804949979add0b419019&utm_source=Sailthru&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=10.03.24-Breaking%20News-Strike%20deal
• AHVAP supply chain disruption resource center
  • https://www.ahvap.org/ahvap-aorn-resource-center?mkt_tok=NTQ1LUtDUC0xNjMAAAGV6MH8jpU8dqpPZ0mH7Jh01Q5YFOaNTMmYuKo2ahIEYmiOn_nGAHp_hF3SFAS3Cnd2Rmc9CMfjadnUgJ87Glxux9oZAYuj63ASlm00t3cYPgsF
• AORN - Periop Today- 8/26/24 - Hospital to ASC: How to Make the Move 
  • https://www.aorn.org/about-aorn/aorn-newsroom/periop-today-newsletter/periop-today-newsletter/hospital-to-asc--how-to-make-the-move?utm_campaign=periop_today&utm_medium=promotional&utm_source=email&utm_content=ambulatory_mpl_240828&mkt_tok=NTQ1LUtDUC0xNjMAAAGVOfoVhES1yIvN5z7jzxOJdon4xPRpE-5bZJcNs693Dc-Sl59A3sB3Ry-zRC3WnfZzd59liOfYmj5mCXR5HhZZPQ_HI9FHXVlm2ZmbcGE2hluq
• Surgical Information Systems - This week’s sponsor!
  • Surgical Information Systems

INFORMATION ABOUT THE ASC PODCAST WITH JOHN GOEHLE

ASC Central, a sister site to http://ascpodcast.com provides a link to all of our bootcamps, educational programs and membership programs!

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Join one of our Membership Programs!

• • Our Patron Program:
    • Patron Members of the ASC Podcast with John Goehle have access to ASC Central - an exclusive membership website that provides a one-stop  ASC Regulatory and Accreditation Compliance, Operations and Financial Management resource for busy Administrators, nurse managers and business office managers. 
    • More information and Become Member

• The ASC-Central Premium Access Program

• • A Premium Resource for Ambulatory Surgery Centers including access to bootcamps, education programs and private sessions
  • More Information and Become a Premium Access Program Members Today!

Important Resources for ASCs:

• Conditions for Coverage:

• https://www.ecfr.gov/cgi-bin/text-idx?c=ecfr&rgn=div5&view=text&node=42:3.0.1.1.3&idno=42#se42.3.416_150

• Infection Control Survey Tool (Used by Surveyors for Infection Control)
  • https://www.cms.gov/Regulations-and-Guidance/Guidance/Manuals/downloads/som107_exhibit_351.pdf
• Updated Guidance for Ambulatory Surgical Centers - Appendix L of the State Operations Manual (SOM)
  • https://www.cms.gov/Regulations-and-Guidance/Guidance/Manuals/downloads/som107ap_l_ambulatory.pdf
  • https://www.cms.gov/medicareprovider-enrollment-and-certificationsurveycertificationgeninfopolicy-and-memos-states-and/updated-guidance-ambulatory-surgical-centers-appendix-l-state-operations-manual-som
• Policy & Memos to States and Regions
  • CMS Quality Safety & Oversight memoranda, guidance, clarifications and instructions to State Survey Agencies and CMS Regional Offices.
  • https://www.cms.gov/Medicare/Provider-Enrollment-and-Certification/SurveyCertificationGenInfo/Policy-and-Memos-to-States-and-Regions

Other Resources from the ASC Podcast with John Goehle:

Visit the ASC Podcast with John Goehle Website

Books by John Goehle

• Get a copy of John’s most popular book - The Survey Guide - A Guide to the CMS Conditions for Coverage & Interpretive Guidelines for Ambulatory Surgery Centers 

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On this Episode of the ASC Podcast with John Goehle we discuss the latest news in the ASC Industry including updates on Supply Chain Disruptions, a discussion of how employees can ease the transition from the Hospital to the ASC Setting and in our focus segment, do a deep dive into OAS-CAHPS and the pending implementation in January 2025.    

This episode is sponsored by Surgical Information Systems

Become a Patron Member of the Podcast!

Patron Members of the ASC Podcast with John Goehle have access to ASC Central - an exclusive membership website that provides a one-stop  ASC Regulatory and Accreditation Compliance, Operations and Financial Management resource for busy Administrators, nurse managers and business office managers.  Go to https://asc-central.com/landing/plans/247448 to Become a member today!

On this Episode of the ASC Podcast with John Goehle we discuss the latest news in the ASC Industry, review some recent experiences with accreditation and CMS surveys, discuss some interesting statistics between HOPDs and ASCs and in our focus segment, talk to Kara Newbury, Chief Advocacy Officer for ASCA about the 2025 HOPD/ASC Proposed Payment Rule.  

This episode is sponsored by Surgical Information Systems, triValence, Medserve and  Ambulatory Healthcare Strategies.

Notes and Resources from this Episode:

• Beckers ASC Review Comparing ASC’s and HOPD’s
  • https://www.beckersasc.com/asc-news/ascs-vs-hopds-in-5-numbers.html?origin=ASCE&utm_source=ASCE&utm_medium=email&utm_content=newsletter&oly_enc_id=0573H1191845C8E
• Article in CNBC from September 19th about the pending Longshoremen’s Strike
  • https://www.cnbc.com/2024/09/19/largest-port-on-east-coast-begins-preparations-for-a-strike.html
•  

INFORMATION ABOUT THE ASC PODCAST WITH JOHN GOEHLE

ASC Central, a sister site to http://ascpodcast.com provides a link to all of our bootcamps, educational programs and membership programs!

http://asc-central.com

Join one of our Membership Programs!

• • Our Patron Program:
    • Patron Members of the ASC Podcast with John Goehle have access to ASC Central - an exclusive membership website that provides a one-stop  ASC Regulatory and Accreditation Compliance, Operations and Financial Management resource for busy Administrators, nurse managers and business office managers. 
    • More information and Become Member

• The ASC-Central Premium Access Program

• • A Premium Resource for Ambulatory Surgery Centers including access to bootcamps, education programs and private sessions
  • More Information and Become a Premium Access Program Members Today!

Important Resources for ASCs:

• Conditions for Coverage:

• https://www.ecfr.gov/cgi-bin/text-idx?c=ecfr&rgn=div5&view=text&node=42:3.0.1.1.3&idno=42#se42.3.416_150

• Infection Control Survey Tool (Used by Surveyors for Infection Control)
  • https://www.cms.gov/Regulations-and-Guidance/Guidance/Manuals/downloads/som107_exhibit_351.pdf
• Updated Guidance for Ambulatory Surgical Centers - Appendix L of the State Operations Manual (SOM)
  • https://www.cms.gov/Regulations-and-Guidance/Guidance/Manuals/downloads/som107ap_l_ambulatory.pdf
  • https://www.cms.gov/medicareprovider-enrollment-and-certificationsurveycertificationgeninfopolicy-and-memos-states-and/updated-guidance-ambulatory-surgical-centers-appendix-l-state-operations-manual-som
• Policy & Memos to States and Regions
  • CMS Quality Safety & Oversight memoranda, guidance, clarifications and instructions to State Survey Agencies and CMS Regional Offices.
  • https://www.cms.gov/Medicare/Provider-Enrollment-and-Certification/SurveyCertificationGenInfo/Policy-and-Memos-to-States-and-Regions

Other Resources from the ASC Podcast with John Goehle:

Visit the ASC Podcast with John Goehle Website

Books by John Goehle

• Get a copy of John’s most popular book - The Survey Guide - A Guide to the CMS Conditions for Coverage & Interpretive Guidelines for Ambulatory Surgery Centers 

On this Special Episode of the ASC Podcast with John Goehle recorded live at the 2024 New York State Association of Ambulatory Surgery Center’s Annual Conference we interview some of the speakers and discuss recent activities for the association and the benefits of membership in the Association.

This episode is sponsored by Surgical Information Systems, triValence, Medserve and  Ambulatory Healthcare Strategies.

Notes and Resources from this Episode:

• New York State Association of Ambulatory Surgery Centers:
  • Membership Application: https://www.nysaasc.org/benefits-of-membership
  • Web Site: http://nysaasc.org

INFORMATION ABOUT THE ASC PODCAST WITH JOHN GOEHLE

ASC Central, a sister site to http://ascpodcast.com provides a link to all of our bootcamps, educational programs and membership programs!

http://asc-central.com

Join one of our Membership Programs!

• • Our Patron Program:
    • Patron Members of the ASC Podcast with John Goehle have access to ASC Central - an exclusive membership website that provides a one-stop  ASC Regulatory and Accreditation Compliance, Operations and Financial Management resource for busy Administrators, nurse managers and business office managers. 
    • More information and Become Member

• The ASC-Central Premium Access Program

• • A Premium Resource for Ambulatory Surgery Centers including access to bootcamps, education programs and private sessions
  • More Information and Become a Premium Access Program Members Today!

Important Resources for ASCs:

• Conditions for Coverage:

• https://www.ecfr.gov/cgi-bin/text-idx?c=ecfr&rgn=div5&view=text&node=42:3.0.1.1.3&idno=42#se42.3.416_150

• Infection Control Survey Tool (Used by Surveyors for Infection Control)
  • https://www.cms.gov/Regulations-and-Guidance/Guidance/Manuals/downloads/som107_exhibit_351.pdf
• Updated Guidance for Ambulatory Surgical Centers - Appendix L of the State Operations Manual (SOM)
  • https://www.cms.gov/Regulations-and-Guidance/Guidance/Manuals/downloads/som107ap_l_ambulatory.pdf
  • https://www.cms.gov/medicareprovider-enrollment-and-certificationsurveycertificationgeninfopolicy-and-memos-states-and/updated-guidance-ambulatory-surgical-centers-appendix-l-state-operations-manual-som
• Policy & Memos to States and Regions
  • CMS Quality Safety & Oversight memoranda, guidance, clarifications and instructions to State Survey Agencies and CMS Regional Offices.
  • https://www.cms.gov/Medicare/Provider-Enrollment-and-Certification/SurveyCertificationGenInfo/Policy-and-Memos-to-States-and-Regions

Other Resources from the ASC Podcast with John Goehle:

Visit the ASC Podcast with John Goehle Website

Books by John Goehle

• Get a copy of John’s most popular book - The Survey Guide - A Guide to the CMS Conditions for Coverage & Interpretive Guidelines for Ambulatory Surgery Centers

On this Episode of the ASC Podcast with John Goehle we discuss the latest news in the ASC Industry, Review issues with the 2025 Medicare Quality Reporting Measures, discuss the future of staff shortages and review recent litigation.  In our focus segment we will discuss Life Safety with Ruben Garcia - a life safety surveyor with AAAHC and a life safety consultant

This episode is sponsored by Surgical Information Systems, triValence, Medserve and  Ambulatory Healthcare Strategies.

Notes and Resources from this Episode:

• Beckers hospital review deficits and surplus of healthcare workers by 2028
  • https://www.beckershospitalreview.com/workforce/healthcare-faces-deficit-of-100-000-workers-by-2028.html?origin=WomensE&utm_source=WomensE&utm_medium=email&utm_content=newsletter&oly_enc_id=0573H1191845C8E
  • https://www.mercer.com/en-us/insights/talent-and-transformation/attracting-and-retaining-talent/future-of-the-us-healthcare-industry/
• Press Ganey Patient Satisfaction Rates Up
  • https://info.pressganey.com/e-books-research/patient-experience-2024
• CNBC news about the potential longshoremen's strike:
  • https://www-cnbc-com.cdn.ampproject.org/c/s/www.cnbc.com/amp/2024/09/04/east-coast-port-strike-fears-grow-as-key-labor-union-meetings-begin.html
• Outpatient Surgery Article on Supply Shortages:
  • https://digital.outpatientsurgery.net/view/473472688/26/?mkt_tok=NTQ1LUtDUC0xNjMAAAGU0lcWS90dlVVolT5a4MP9vZ-mc7o6qU-K0sUrNLm9nDWALZV5p2kAqKLbclkrkJWDbT5VRkFBNXLzKCIzpi-bmM0uONppLIsQFqxZm7xoM1he

INFORMATION ABOUT THE ASC PODCAST WITH JOHN GOEHLE

ASC Central, a sister site to http://ascpodcast.com provides a link to all of our bootcamps, educational programs and membership programs!

http://asc-central.com

Join one of our Membership Programs!

• • Our Patron Program:
    • Patron Members of the ASC Podcast with John Goehle have access to ASC Central - an exclusive membership website that provides a one-stop  ASC Regulatory and Accreditation Compliance, Operations and Financial Management resource for busy Administrators, nurse managers and business office managers. 
    • More information and Become Member

• The ASC-Central Premium Access Program

• • A Premium Resource for Ambulatory Surgery Centers including access to bootcamps, education programs and private sessions
  • More Information and Become a Premium Access Program Members Today!

Important Resources for ASCs:

• Conditions for Coverage:

• https://www.ecfr.gov/cgi-bin/text-idx?c=ecfr&rgn=div5&view=text&node=42:3.0.1.1.3&idno=42#se42.3.416_150

• Infection Control Survey Tool (Used by Surveyors for Infection Control)
  • https://www.cms.gov/Regulations-and-Guidance/Guidance/Manuals/downloads/som107_exhibit_351.pdf
• Updated Guidance for Ambulatory Surgical Centers - Appendix L of the State Operations Manual (SOM)
  • https://www.cms.gov/Regulations-and-Guidance/Guidance/Manuals/downloads/som107ap_l_ambulatory.pdf
  • https://www.cms.gov/medicareprovider-enrollment-and-certificationsurveycertificationgeninfopolicy-and-memos-states-and/updated-guidance-ambulatory-surgical-centers-appendix-l-state-operations-manual-som
• Policy & Memos to States and Regions
  • CMS Quality Safety & Oversight memoranda, guidance, clarifications and instructions to State Survey Agencies and CMS Regional Offices.
  • https://www.cms.gov/Medicare/Provider-Enrollment-and-Certification/SurveyCertificationGenInfo/Policy-and-Memos-to-States-and-Regions

Other Resources from the ASC Podcast with John Goehle:

Visit the ASC Podcast with John Goehle Website

Books by John Goehle

• Get a copy of John’s most popular book - The Survey Guide - A Guide to the CMS Conditions for Coverage & Interpretive Guidelines for Ambulatory Surgery Centers 

In this episode of the ASC Podcast with John Goehle recorded live at the New Jersey Association of Ambulatory Surgery Centers Annual Conference at The Palace at Somerset Park in Somerset New Jersey on May 13th, we interview some of the speakers and discuss the benefits of membership in the  Association.  

This episode is sponsored by Surgical Information Systems, RFX Solutions, Medserve and  Ambulatory Healthcare Strategies.

Notes and Resources from this Episode:

• New Jersey Association of Ambulatory Surgery Center Membership Information:
  • https://njaasc.org/Join-us
• Information from the Conference:
  • https://njaasc.org/Events

INFORMATION ABOUT THE ASC PODCAST WITH JOHN GOEHLE

ASC Central, a sister site to http://ascpodcast.com provides a link to all of our bootcamps, educational programs and membership programs!

https://conferences.asc-central.com/

Join one of our Membership Programs!

• • Our Patron Program:
    • Patron Members of the ASC Podcast with John Goehle have access to ASC Central - an exclusive membership website that provides a one-stop  ASC Regulatory and Accreditation Compliance, Operations and Financial Management resource for busy Administrators, nurse managers and business office managers. 
    • More information and Become Member

• The ASC-Central Premium Access Program

• • A Premium Resource for Ambulatory Surgery Centers including access to bootcamps, education programs and private sessions
  • More Information and Become a Premium Access Program Members Today!

Important Resources for ASCs:

• Conditions for Coverage:

• https://www.ecfr.gov/cgi-bin/text-idx?c=ecfr&rgn=div5&view=text&node=42:3.0.1.1.3&idno=42#se42.3.416_150

• Infection Control Survey Tool (Used by Surveyors for Infection Control)
  • https://www.cms.gov/Regulations-and-Guidance/Guidance/Manuals/downloads/som107_exhibit_351.pdf
• Updated Guidance for Ambulatory Surgical Centers - Appendix L of the State Operations Manual (SOM)
  • https://www.cms.gov/Regulations-and-Guidance/Guidance/Manuals/downloads/som107ap_l_ambulatory.pdf
  • https://www.cms.gov/medicareprovider-enrollment-and-certificationsurveycertificationgeninfopolicy-and-memos-states-and/updated-guidance-ambulatory-surgical-centers-appendix-l-state-operations-manual-som
• Policy & Memos to States and Regions
  • CMS Quality Safety & Oversight memoranda, guidance, clarifications and instructions to State Survey Agencies and CMS Regional Offices.
  • https://www.cms.gov/Medicare/Provider-Enrollment-and-Certification/SurveyCertificationGenInfo/Policy-and-Memos-to-States-and-Regions

Other Resources from the ASC Podcast with John Goehle:

Visit the ASC Podcast with John Goehle Website

Books by John Goehle

• Get a copy of John’s most popular book - The Survey Guide - A Guide to the CMS Conditions for Coverage & Interpretive Guidelines for Ambulatory Surgery Centers

On this Episode of the ASC Podcast with John Goehle recorded live at the 2024 Illinois Ambulatory Surgery Center Association Annual Conference in Chicago Illinois we interview some of the speakers and discuss the benefits of membership in the  Association.

This episode is sponsored by Surgical Information Systems, triValence, Medserve and  Ambulatory Healthcare Strategies.

Notes and Resources from this Episode:

• Illinois Ambulatory Surgery Center Association
  • Membership Application: https://wjweis.association-service.org/securesite/iasca/app.aspx
  • Web Site: https://il-asca.org/home

INFORMATION ABOUT THE ASC PODCAST WITH JOHN GOEHLE

ASC Central, a sister site to http://ascpodcast.com provides a link to all of our bootcamps, educational programs and membership programs!

http://asc-central.com

Join one of our Membership Programs!

• • Our Patron Program:
    • Patron Members of the ASC Podcast with John Goehle have access to ASC Central - an exclusive membership website that provides a one-stop  ASC Regulatory and Accreditation Compliance, Operations and Financial Management resource for busy Administrators, nurse managers and business office managers. 
    • More information and Become Member

• The ASC-Central Premium Access Program

• • A Premium Resource for Ambulatory Surgery Centers including access to bootcamps, education programs and private sessions
  • More Information and Become a Premium Access Program Members Today!

Important Resources for ASCs:

• Conditions for Coverage:

• https://www.ecfr.gov/cgi-bin/text-idx?c=ecfr&rgn=div5&view=text&node=42:3.0.1.1.3&idno=42#se42.3.416_150

• Infection Control Survey Tool (Used by Surveyors for Infection Control)
  • https://www.cms.gov/Regulations-and-Guidance/Guidance/Manuals/downloads/som107_exhibit_351.pdf
• Updated Guidance for Ambulatory Surgical Centers - Appendix L of the State Operations Manual (SOM)
  • https://www.cms.gov/Regulations-and-Guidance/Guidance/Manuals/downloads/som107ap_l_ambulatory.pdf
  • https://www.cms.gov/medicareprovider-enrollment-and-certificationsurveycertificationgeninfopolicy-and-memos-states-and/updated-guidance-ambulatory-surgical-centers-appendix-l-state-operations-manual-som
• Policy & Memos to States and Regions
  • CMS Quality Safety & Oversight memoranda, guidance, clarifications and instructions to State Survey Agencies and CMS Regional Offices.
  • https://www.cms.gov/Medicare/Provider-Enrollment-and-Certification/SurveyCertificationGenInfo/Policy-and-Memos-to-States-and-Regions

Other Resources from the ASC Podcast with John Goehle:

Visit the ASC Podcast with John Goehle Website

Books by John Goehle

• Get a copy of John’s most popular book - The Survey Guide - A Guide to the CMS Conditions for Coverage & Interpretive Guidelines for Ambulatory Surgery Centers

On this Episode of the ASC Podcast with John Goehle we discuss the latest news in the ASC Industry, provide an update on health care data breaches, discuss methods to create and update your policy manual and in our focus segment, we discuss revenue cycle metrics with Jessica Nelson from Surgical Information Systems.

This episode is sponsored by Surgical Information Systems,.

Notes and Resources from this Episode:

• Healthcare data breaches
  • https://digital.outpatientsurgery.net/view/302017647/14/#zoom=true
  • https://www.axios.com/2024/07/08/health-care-cyberattack-cybersecurity-cisa-pushback
  • Cyber Incident Reporting for Critical Infrastructure Act of 2022
• HIPAA journal July 24 referenced an IBM article
  • https://www.hipaajournal.com/2023-cost-healthcare-data-breach/
• HIPAA journal July 17 2024 CYBER fire drills
  • https://www.hipaajournal.com/cyber-fire-drills-for-healthcare/
• Beckers ASC review- ASC leader pay soars
  • https://www.beckersasc.com/leadership/asc-leader-pay-soars.html?origin=ASCE&utm_source=ASCE&utm_medium=email&utm_content=newsletter&oly_enc_id=5567B4088734C3Z
• 2024 Multi-State Conference:
  • https://www.eventbrite.com/e/2024-multi-state-asc-conference-tickets-966457188467

INFORMATION ABOUT THE ASC PODCAST WITH JOHN GOEHLE

ASC Central, a sister site to http://ascpodcast.com provides a link to all of our bootcamps, educational programs and membership programs!

http://asc-central.com

Join one of our Membership Programs!

• • Our Patron Program:
    • Patron Members of the ASC Podcast with John Goehle have access to ASC Central - an exclusive membership website that provides a one-stop  ASC Regulatory and Accreditation Compliance, Operations and Financial Management resource for busy Administrators, nurse managers and business office managers. 
    • More information and Become Member

• The ASC-Central Premium Access Program

• • A Premium Resource for Ambulatory Surgery Centers including access to bootcamps, education programs and private sessions
  • More Information and Become a Premium Access Program Members Today!

Important Resources for ASCs:

• Conditions for Coverage:

• https://www.ecfr.gov/cgi-bin/text-idx?c=ecfr&rgn=div5&view=text&node=42:3.0.1.1.3&idno=42#se42.3.416_150

• Infection Control Survey Tool (Used by Surveyors for Infection Control)
  • https://www.cms.gov/Regulations-and-Guidance/Guidance/Manuals/downloads/som107_exhibit_351.pdf
• Updated Guidance for Ambulatory Surgical Centers - Appendix L of the State Operations Manual (SOM)
  • https://www.cms.gov/Regulations-and-Guidance/Guidance/Manuals/downloads/som107ap_l_ambulatory.pdf
  • https://www.cms.gov/medicareprovider-enrollment-and-certificationsurveycertificationgeninfopolicy-and-memos-states-and/updated-guidance-ambulatory-surgical-centers-appendix-l-state-operations-manual-som
• Policy & Memos to States and Regions
  • CMS Quality Safety & Oversight memoranda, guidance, clarifications and instructions to State Survey Agencies and CMS Regional Offices.
  • https://www.cms.gov/Medicare/Provider-Enrollment-and-Certification/SurveyCertificationGenInfo/Policy-and-Memos-to-States-and-Regions

Other Resources from the ASC Podcast with John Goehle:

Visit the ASC Podcast with John Goehle Website

Books by John Goehle

• Get a copy of John’s most popular book - The Survey Guide - A Guide to the CMS Conditions for Coverage & Interpretive Guidelines for Ambulatory Surgery Centers

On this Episode of the ASC Podcast with John Goehle we discuss the latest news in the ASC Industry, Celebrate ASC Month, Review Upcoming ASC Central Conferences including the 2024 2 day Virtual Multi-State Conference in November, Provide more information on the proposed 2025 ASC/HOPD Payment rule including the new ASC Quality Reporting proposals, Remind listeners on the requirements for malignant hyperthermia drugs and in our focus segment, discuss Cardiology Procedures in the ASC Setting. 

This episode is sponsored by Surgical Information Systems, triValence, Medserve and  Ambulatory Healthcare Strategies.

Notes and Resources from this Episode:

• DOCbuddy interview with John Goehle 
  • https://www.linkedin.com/posts/docbuddy_surgerycenter-outpatientsurgery-ambulatorysurgery-activity-7224791546217328642-sJ6S?utm_source=share&utm_medium=member_desktop
• Upcoming ASC Conferences:
  • 2024 Multi-State Conference
    • https://www.eventbrite.com/e/2024-multi-state-asc-conference-tickets-966457188467?aff=oddtdtcreator
  • Infection Control 101
    • https://conferences.asc-central.com/asc-infection-control-coordinator-training-101/
  • Infection Control 201
    • https://www.eventbrite.com/e/asc-infection-control-coordinator-training-infection-control-oversight-201-tickets-945304429997?aff=oddtdtcreator
• OR Manager - Article about Recalls
  • https://www.ormanager.com/briefs/fda-announces-class-1-recalls-of-ventilator-eye-injection-kits/?oly_enc_id=3914G8504789C8H
  • Recalled Items:
    • Bausch + Lomb I-Pack Injection Kit, UDI/DI 20841305107544; Lot Number P62764979R.
    • Bausch +Lomb I-Pack Injection Kit with drape, UDI/DI 20841305107551, Lot Number P63044983R.
    • Bausch +Lomb I Pack Injection Kit, UDI/DI 20841305107605, Lot Number P62764965R.
    • Bausch+Lomb I-Pack Injection Kit UDI/DI 20841305107612, Lot Number P627664970R.
• Beckers ASC Review Article about increasing stark law violation enforcement:
  • https://www.beckersasc.com/asc-coding-billing-and-collections/10-things-to-know-about-rise-of-stark-law-violations.html?origin=ASCE&utm_source=ASCE&utm_medium=email&utm_content=newsletter&oly_enc_id=5567B4088734C3Z
• GCaptain Article about looming supply chain issue:
  • https://gcaptain.com/potential-coast-wide-strike-inches-closer/
• 2024 Payment Rule Resources:
  • CMS 2025 proposed payment rule
    • https://www.cms.gov/newsroom/fact-sheets/cy-2025-medicare-hospital-outpatient-prospective-payment-system-and-ambulatory-surgical-center
  • Proposed List of Qualifying Non-Opioid Drugs for Separate Reimbursement
    • Exparel 
    • Omidria 
    • Dextenza 
    • Xaracoll
    • Zynrelef Effective April 1, 2025 
    • Ketorolac 
    • ON-Q Pump 
  • ASCQR:
    • Current List of Required Elements:
      • ASC 1 Patient Burn
      • Asc 2 Patient Fall
      • ASC 3 Wrong site, wrong side, wrong patient, wrong procedure wrong implant
      • ASC 4 - All Cause Hospital Transfer or Admission
      • ASC-12 - Facility 7-Day Risk-Standardized Hospital Visit Rate after Outpatient Colonoscopy
      • ASC-13 Normothermia Outcome
      • ASC-14 Unplanned Anterior Vitrectomy
      • ASC-15a-e OAS CAHPS Measures
      • ASC-17 Hospital Visits after Orthopedic Ambulatory Surgical Center Procedures
      • ASC-20 COVID-19 Vaccination Coverage Among Health Care Personnel
    • Proposed Additions:
      • Screening for Social Drivers of Health (SDOH) Voluntary (Mandatory starting in 2026)
      • Screen Positive for Social Drivers of Health (SDOH) Voluntary (Mandatory starting in 2026)
      • Facility Commitment to Health Equity (FCHE) Mandatory
        • https://qualitynet.cms.gov/files/659c609eca7fd3001b35edab?filename=AttstGdnceHCHEMeas_v1.2.pdf
• Malignant Hyperthermia Resources:
  • http://mhaus.org

INFORMATION ABOUT THE ASC PODCAST WITH JOHN GOEHLE

ASC Central, a sister site to http://ascpodcast.com provides a link to all of our bootcamps, educational programs and membership programs!

http://asc-central.com

Join one of our Membership Programs!

• • Our Patron Program:
    • Patron Members of the ASC Podcast with John Goehle have access to ASC Central - an exclusive membership website that provides a one-stop  ASC Regulatory and Accreditation Compliance, Operations and Financial Management resource for busy Administrators, nurse managers and business office managers. 
    • More information and Become Member

• The ASC-Central Premium Access Program

• • A Premium Resource for Ambulatory Surgery Centers including access to bootcamps, education programs and private sessions
  • More Information and Become a Premium Access Program Members Today!

Important Resources for ASCs:

• Conditions for Coverage:

• https://www.ecfr.gov/cgi-bin/text-idx?c=ecfr&rgn=div5&view=text&node=42:3.0.1.1.3&idno=42#se42.3.416_150

• Infection Control Survey Tool (Used by Surveyors for Infection Control)
  • https://www.cms.gov/Regulations-and-Guidance/Guidance/Manuals/downloads/som107_exhibit_351.pdf
• Updated Guidance for Ambulatory Surgical Centers - Appendix L of the State Operations Manual (SOM)
  • https://www.cms.gov/Regulations-and-Guidance/Guidance/Manuals/downloads/som107ap_l_ambulatory.pdf
  • https://www.cms.gov/medicareprovider-enrollment-and-certificationsurveycertificationgeninfopolicy-and-memos-states-and/updated-guidance-ambulatory-surgical-centers-appendix-l-state-operations-manual-som
• Policy & Memos to States and Regions
  • CMS Quality Safety & Oversight memoranda, guidance, clarifications and instructions to State Survey Agencies and CMS Regional Offices.
  • https://www.cms.gov/Medicare/Provider-Enrollment-and-Certification/SurveyCertificationGenInfo/Policy-and-Memos-to-States-and-Regions

Other Resources from the ASC Podcast with John Goehle:

Visit the ASC Podcast with John Goehle Website

Books by John Goehle

• Get a copy of John’s most popular book - The Survey Guide - A Guide to the CMS Conditions for Coverage & Interpretive Guidelines for Ambulatory Surgery Centers 

On this Episode of the ASC Podcast with John Goehle we discuss the latest news in the ASC Industry, take a preliminary look at the proposed CMS 2025 HOPD/ASC Payment Rule, Discuss our upcoming conferences and in our focus segment talk about Time Outs including an interview with Bill Duffy - who has been referred to as the “Father” of the Time-Out. 

This episode is sponsored by Surgical Information Systems, triValence, Medserve and  Ambulatory Healthcare Strategies.

Notes and Resources from this Episode:

• CMS 2025 proposed payment rule
  • https://www.cms.gov/newsroom/fact-sheets/cy-2025-medicare-hospital-outpatient-prospective-payment-system-and-ambulatory-surgical-center
• SEATTLE Plastic Surgeon Fined 5 million for falsifying reviews(Beckers ASC Review):
  • https://www.beckersasc.com/asc-news/cosmetic-asc-fined-5m-for-falsifying-reviews-intimidating-patients.html?origin=ASCE&utm_source=ASCE&utm_medium=email&utm_content=newsletter&oly_enc_id=0573H1191845C8E
• Gastroenterology & Endoscopy News about smoke exposure in GI endoscopy:
  • https://www.gastroendonews.com/Endoscopy-Suite/Article/05-24/endoscopy-suite-smoke-inhalation-risks-healthcare-workplace-safety/73824
• Beckers ASC Review June 25th Post Procedure Clawbacks
  • https://www.beckersasc.com/asc-coding-billing-and-collections/ascs-see-post-procedure-payer-clawbacks-intensify.html?origin=ASCE&utm_source=ASCE&utm_medium=email&utm_content=newsletter&oly_enc_id=0573H1191845C8E

INFORMATION ABOUT THE ASC PODCAST WITH JOHN GOEHLE

ASC Central, a sister site to http://ascpodcast.com provides a link to all of our bootcamps, educational programs and membership programs!

http://asc-central.com

Join one of our Membership Programs!

• • Our Patron Program:
    • Patron Members of the ASC Podcast with John Goehle have access to ASC Central - an exclusive membership website that provides a one-stop  ASC Regulatory and Accreditation Compliance, Operations and Financial Management resource for busy Administrators, nurse managers and business office managers. 
    • More information and Become Member

• The ASC-Central Premium Access Program

• • A Premium Resource for Ambulatory Surgery Centers including access to bootcamps, education programs and private sessions
  • More Information and Become a Premium Access Program Members Today!

Important Resources for ASCs:

• Conditions for Coverage:

• • https://www.ecfr.gov/cgi-bin/text-idx?c=ecfr&rgn=div5&view=text&node=42:3.0.1.1.3&idno=42#se42.3.416_150

• Infection Control Survey Tool (Used by Surveyors for Infection Control)
  • https://www.cms.gov/Regulations-and-Guidance/Guidance/Manuals/downloads/som107_exhibit_351.pdf
• Updated Guidance for Ambulatory Surgical Centers - Appendix L of the State Operations Manual (SOM)
  • https://www.cms.gov/Regulations-and-Guidance/Guidance/Manuals/downloads/som107ap_l_ambulatory.pdf
  • https://www.cms.gov/medicareprovider-enrollment-and-certificationsurveycertificationgeninfopolicy-and-memos-states-and/updated-guidance-ambulatory-surgical-centers-appendix-l-state-operations-manual-som
• Policy & Memos to States and Regions
  • CMS Quality Safety & Oversight memoranda, guidance, clarifications and instructions to State Survey Agencies and CMS Regional Offices.
  • https://www.cms.gov/Medicare/Provider-Enrollment-and-Certification/SurveyCertificationGenInfo/Policy-and-Memos-to-States-and-Regions

Other Resources from the ASC Podcast with John Goehle:

Visit the ASC Podcast with John Goehle Website

Books by John Goehle

• Get a copy of John’s most popular book - The Survey Guide - A Guide to the CMS Conditions for Coverage & Interpretive Guidelines for Ambulatory Surgery Centers

On this Episode of the ASC Podcast with John Goehle we discuss the latest news in the ASC Industry including a discussion of OSHA 300 Reporting, reviewing the difference between a policy and a protocol, a discussion about the Medical Advisory or Executive Committee and in our focus segment, we discuss Credentialing and Privileging and interview Amanda Penrod with RFX Solutions about Credentialing documentation pitfalls. 

This episode is sponsored by Surgical Information Systems, triValence, Medserve and  Ambulatory Healthcare Strategies.

Notes and Resources from this Episode:

• ShiftKey Results of its study looking into what influenced newer nurses, or those who considered becoming nurses but decided not to, in making their decisions.
  • https://www.shiftkey.com/resources/news/shiftkey-report-social-media-gen-z-and-the-future-of-nursing
• Becker's Health IT from May 16th- Nurses are becoming concerned about AI in healthcare.
  • https://www.beckershospitalreview.com/healthcare-information-technology/nurses-call-for-pause-on-healthcare-ai.html?origin=BHRE&utm_source=BHRE&utm_medium=email&utm_content=newsletter&oly_enc_id=0573H1191845C8E
• Amanda Pendrod - RFX Solutions:
  • https://www.rfxsolutions.com/

INFORMATION ABOUT THE ASC PODCAST WITH JOHN GOEHLE

ASC Central, a sister site to http://ascpodcast.com provides a link to all of our bootcamps, educational programs and membership programs!

http://asc-central.com

Join one of our Membership Programs!

• • Our Patron Program:
    • Patron Members of the ASC Podcast with John Goehle have access to ASC Central - an exclusive membership website that provides a one-stop  ASC Regulatory and Accreditation Compliance, Operations and Financial Management resource for busy Administrators, nurse managers and business office managers. 
    • More information and Become Member

• The ASC-Central Premium Access Program

• • A Premium Resource for Ambulatory Surgery Centers including access to bootcamps, education programs and private sessions
  • More Information and Become a Premium Access Program Members Today!

Important Resources for ASCs:

• Conditions for Coverage:

• https://www.ecfr.gov/cgi-bin/text-idx?c=ecfr&rgn=div5&view=text&node=42:3.0.1.1.3&idno=42#se42.3.416_150

• Infection Control Survey Tool (Used by Surveyors for Infection Control)
  • https://www.cms.gov/Regulations-and-Guidance/Guidance/Manuals/downloads/som107_exhibit_351.pdf
• Updated Guidance for Ambulatory Surgical Centers - Appendix L of the State Operations Manual (SOM)
  • https://www.cms.gov/Regulations-and-Guidance/Guidance/Manuals/downloads/som107ap_l_ambulatory.pdf
  • https://www.cms.gov/medicareprovider-enrollment-and-certificationsurveycertificationgeninfopolicy-and-memos-states-and/updated-guidance-ambulatory-surgical-centers-appendix-l-state-operations-manual-som
• Policy & Memos to States and Regions
  • CMS Quality Safety & Oversight memoranda, guidance, clarifications and instructions to State Survey Agencies and CMS Regional Offices.
  • https://www.cms.gov/Medicare/Provider-Enrollment-and-Certification/SurveyCertificationGenInfo/Policy-and-Memos-to-States-and-Regions

Other Resources from the ASC Podcast with John Goehle:

Visit the ASC Podcast with John Goehle Website

Books by John Goehle

• Get a copy of John’s most popular book - The Survey Guide - A Guide to the CMS Conditions for Coverage & Interpretive Guidelines for Ambulatory Surgery Centers 

On this Episode of the ASC Podcast with John Goehle we discuss the latest news in the ASC Industry including recent regulatory changes in Kentucky related to medical errors, a discussion about a recent survey and governing body reporting of QAPI activities and in our focus segment we talk about managing drug costs with john Karwoski with JDJ Consulting. 

This episode is sponsored by Surgical Information Systems, triValence, Medserve and  Ambulatory Healthcare Strategies.

Notes and Resources from this Episode:

• Science.Org Article on SSIs
  • https://www.science.org/doi/10.1126/scitranslmed.adk8222
• OR Manager Article on Nasal Decolonization:
  • https://www.ormanager.com/antiseptic-nasal-decolonization-noses-ahead/
• Drug Diversion Article:
  • https://mailchi.mp/5aea19dd3756/alert-missing-fentanyl-leads-to-surgery-center-license-suspension-12936095?e=b2b6f4d67c
• Kentucky First State to Decriminalize Medical Mistakes
  • https://www.wkyt.com/2024/04/30/kentucky-become-first-state-decriminalize-medical-mistakes/
• JDJ Consulting:
  • John Karwoski
  • JDJ Consulting
  • https://www.jdjconsulting.net/
  • 609-313-7572

INFORMATION ABOUT THE ASC PODCAST WITH JOHN GOEHLE

ASC Central, a sister site to http://ascpodcast.com provides a link to all of our bootcamps, educational programs and membership programs!

http://asc-central.com

Join one of our Membership Programs!

• • Our Patron Program:
    • Patron Members of the ASC Podcast with John Goehle have access to ASC Central - an exclusive membership website that provides a one-stop  ASC Regulatory and Accreditation Compliance, Operations and Financial Management resource for busy Administrators, nurse managers and business office managers. 
    • More information and Become Member

• The ASC-Central Premium Access Program

• • A Premium Resource for Ambulatory Surgery Centers including access to bootcamps, education programs and private sessions
  • More Information and Become a Premium Access Program Members Today!

Important Resources for ASCs:

• Conditions for Coverage:

• https://www.ecfr.gov/cgi-bin/text-idx?c=ecfr&rgn=div5&view=text&node=42:3.0.1.1.3&idno=42#se42.3.416_150

• Infection Control Survey Tool (Used by Surveyors for Infection Control)
  • https://www.cms.gov/Regulations-and-Guidance/Guidance/Manuals/downloads/som107_exhibit_351.pdf
• Updated Guidance for Ambulatory Surgical Centers - Appendix L of the State Operations Manual (SOM)
  • https://www.cms.gov/Regulations-and-Guidance/Guidance/Manuals/downloads/som107ap_l_ambulatory.pdf
  • https://www.cms.gov/medicareprovider-enrollment-and-certificationsurveycertificationgeninfopolicy-and-memos-states-and/updated-guidance-ambulatory-surgical-centers-appendix-l-state-operations-manual-som
• Policy & Memos to States and Regions
  • CMS Quality Safety & Oversight memoranda, guidance, clarifications and instructions to State Survey Agencies and CMS Regional Offices.
  • https://www.cms.gov/Medicare/Provider-Enrollment-and-Certification/SurveyCertificationGenInfo/Policy-and-Memos-to-States-and-Regions

Other Resources from the ASC Podcast with John Goehle:

Visit the ASC Podcast with John Goehle Website

Books by John Goehle

• Get a copy of John’s most popular book - The Survey Guide - A Guide to the CMS Conditions for Coverage & Interpretive Guidelines for Ambulatory Surgery Centers 

On this Episode of the ASC Podcast with John Goehle recorded live at the New Jersey Association of Ambulatory Surgery Centers Annual Conference at The Palace at Somerset Park in Somerset New Jersey we interview some of the speakers and discuss the benefits of membership in the  Association. 

This episode is sponsored by Surgical Information Systems, triValence, Medserve and  Ambulatory Healthcare Strategies.

Notes and Resources from this Episode:

• New Jersey Association of Ambulatory Surgery Center Membership Information:
  • https://njaasc.org/Join-us
• Information from the Conference:
  • https://njaasc.org/Events

INFORMATION ABOUT THE ASC PODCAST WITH JOHN GOEHLE

ASC Central, a sister site to http://ascpodcast.com provides a link to all of our bootcamps, educational programs and membership programs!

http://asc-central.com

Join one of our Membership Programs!

• • Our Patron Program:
    • Patron Members of the ASC Podcast with John Goehle have access to ASC Central - an exclusive membership website that provides a one-stop  ASC Regulatory and Accreditation Compliance, Operations and Financial Management resource for busy Administrators, nurse managers and business office managers. 
    • More information and Become Member

• The ASC-Central Premium Access Program

• • A Premium Resource for Ambulatory Surgery Centers including access to bootcamps, education programs and private sessions
  • More Information and Become a Premium Access Program Members Today!

Important Resources for ASCs:

• Conditions for Coverage:

• https://www.ecfr.gov/cgi-bin/text-idx?c=ecfr&rgn=div5&view=text&node=42:3.0.1.1.3&idno=42#se42.3.416_150

• Infection Control Survey Tool (Used by Surveyors for Infection Control)
  • https://www.cms.gov/Regulations-and-Guidance/Guidance/Manuals/downloads/som107_exhibit_351.pdf
• Updated Guidance for Ambulatory Surgical Centers - Appendix L of the State Operations Manual (SOM)
  • https://www.cms.gov/Regulations-and-Guidance/Guidance/Manuals/downloads/som107ap_l_ambulatory.pdf
  • https://www.cms.gov/medicareprovider-enrollment-and-certificationsurveycertificationgeninfopolicy-and-memos-states-and/updated-guidance-ambulatory-surgical-centers-appendix-l-state-operations-manual-som
• Policy & Memos to States and Regions
  • CMS Quality Safety & Oversight memoranda, guidance, clarifications and instructions to State Survey Agencies and CMS Regional Offices.
  • https://www.cms.gov/Medicare/Provider-Enrollment-and-Certification/SurveyCertificationGenInfo/Policy-and-Memos-to-States-and-Regions

Other Resources from the ASC Podcast with John Goehle:

Visit the ASC Podcast with John Goehle Website

Books by John Goehle

• Get a copy of John’s most popular book - The Survey Guide - A Guide to the CMS Conditions for Coverage & Interpretive Guidelines for Ambulatory Surgery Centers 

On this Episode of the ASC Podcast with John Goehle we discuss the latest news in the ASC Industry including an update on the Non-Compete regulations, and discuss patient transparency regarding the credentials of healthcare providers,  Discuss recent experiences of our podcast listeners and in our focus segment - discuss Quality Assessment and Performance Improvement program compliance.  

This episode is sponsored by Surgical Information Systems, triValence, Medserve and  Ambulatory Healthcare Strategies.

Notes and Resources from this Episode:

• KFF Health News - WHO Respiratory Illness
  • https://kffhealthnews.org/news/article/airborne-disease-transmission-who-cdc-new-evidence/
  • https://partnersplatform.who.int/tools/aria/
• OR Manager - 4/17 - Colonoscopy and Propofol
  • https://www.ormanager.com/briefs/propofol-anesthesia-for-colonoscopy-could-help-find-polyps-prevent-cancer/?oly_enc_id=3914G8504789C8H
• Beckers ASC - Non-Competes:
  • https://www.beckersspine.com/featured-insights/59604-banning-noncompete-language-is-overstepping-what-experts-told-beckers-in-april.html?origin=ASCE&utm_source=ASCE&utm_medium=email&utm_content=newsletter&oly_enc_id=0573H1191845C8E
• AMN Healthcare Survey of Registered Nurses:
  • https://www.amnhealthcare.com/amn-insights/nursing/surveys/2023/
• Gallup Honesty and Ethics Survey
  • https://news.gallup.com/poll/608903/ethics-ratings-nearly-professions-down.aspx
• NPDB
  • Help Desk:  help@npdb.hrsa.gov

INFORMATION ABOUT THE ASC PODCAST WITH JOHN GOEHLE

ASC Central, a sister site to http://ascpodcast.com provides a link to all of our bootcamps, educational programs and membership programs!

http://asc-central.com

Join one of our Membership Programs!

• • Our Patron Program:
    • Patron Members of the ASC Podcast with John Goehle have access to ASC Central - an exclusive membership website that provides a one-stop  ASC Regulatory and Accreditation Compliance, Operations and Financial Management resource for busy Administrators, nurse managers and business office managers. 
    • More information and Become Member

• The ASC-Central Premium Access Program

• • A Premium Resource for Ambulatory Surgery Centers including access to bootcamps, education programs and private sessions
  • More Information and Become a Premium Access Program Members Today!

Important Resources for ASCs:

• Conditions for Coverage:

• https://www.ecfr.gov/cgi-bin/text-idx?c=ecfr&rgn=div5&view=text&node=42:3.0.1.1.3&idno=42#se42.3.416_150

• Infection Control Survey Tool (Used by Surveyors for Infection Control)
  • https://www.cms.gov/Regulations-and-Guidance/Guidance/Manuals/downloads/som107_exhibit_351.pdf
• Updated Guidance for Ambulatory Surgical Centers - Appendix L of the State Operations Manual (SOM)
  • https://www.cms.gov/Regulations-and-Guidance/Guidance/Manuals/downloads/som107ap_l_ambulatory.pdf
  • https://www.cms.gov/medicareprovider-enrollment-and-certificationsurveycertificationgeninfopolicy-and-memos-states-and/updated-guidance-ambulatory-surgical-centers-appendix-l-state-operations-manual-som
• Policy & Memos to States and Regions
  • CMS Quality Safety & Oversight memoranda, guidance, clarifications and instructions to State Survey Agencies and CMS Regional Offices.
  • https://www.cms.gov/Medicare/Provider-Enrollment-and-Certification/SurveyCertificationGenInfo/Policy-and-Memos-to-States-and-Regions

Other Resources from the ASC Podcast with John Goehle:

Visit the ASC Podcast with John Goehle Website

Books by John Goehle

• Get a copy of John’s most popular book - The Survey Guide - A Guide to the CMS Conditions for Coverage & Interpretive Guidelines for Ambulatory Surgery Centers

On this Episode of the ASC Podcast with John Goehle recorded live from ASCA 2024 the staff of Ambulatory Healthcare Strategies and the Podcast, and some of our clients and listeners sit down after the last full day of the conference started to talk about the sessions they attended and their interactions with other attendees.   We apologize for the poor sound quality while recording. 

This episode is sponsored by Surgical Information Systems, triValence, Medserve and  Ambulatory Healthcare Strategies.

Notes and Resources from this Episode:

• The ASC Association Website
  • http://ascassociation.org

INFORMATION ABOUT THE ASC PODCAST WITH JOHN GOEHLE

ASC Central, a sister site to http://ascpodcast.com provides a link to all of our bootcamps, educational programs and membership programs!

http://asc-central.com

Join one of our Membership Programs!

• • Our Patron Program:
    • Patron Members of the ASC Podcast with John Goehle have access to ASC Central - an exclusive membership website that provides a one-stop  ASC Regulatory and Accreditation Compliance, Operations and Financial Management resource for busy Administrators, nurse managers and business office managers. 
    • More information and Become Member

• The ASC-Central Premium Access Program

• • A Premium Resource for Ambulatory Surgery Centers including access to bootcamps, education programs and private sessions
  • More Information and Become a Premium Access Program Members Today!

Important Resources for ASCs:

• Conditions for Coverage:

• https://www.ecfr.gov/cgi-bin/text-idx?c=ecfr&rgn=div5&view=text&node=42:3.0.1.1.3&idno=42#se42.3.416_150

• Infection Control Survey Tool (Used by Surveyors for Infection Control)
  • https://www.cms.gov/Regulations-and-Guidance/Guidance/Manuals/downloads/som107_exhibit_351.pdf
• Updated Guidance for Ambulatory Surgical Centers - Appendix L of the State Operations Manual (SOM)
  • https://www.cms.gov/Regulations-and-Guidance/Guidance/Manuals/downloads/som107ap_l_ambulatory.pdf
  • https://www.cms.gov/medicareprovider-enrollment-and-certificationsurveycertificationgeninfopolicy-and-memos-states-and/updated-guidance-ambulatory-surgical-centers-appendix-l-state-operations-manual-som
• Policy & Memos to States and Regions
  • CMS Quality Safety & Oversight memoranda, guidance, clarifications and instructions to State Survey Agencies and CMS Regional Offices.
  • https://www.cms.gov/Medicare/Provider-Enrollment-and-Certification/SurveyCertificationGenInfo/Policy-and-Memos-to-States-and-Regions

Other Resources from the ASC Podcast with John Goehle:

Visit the ASC Podcast with John Goehle Website

Books by John Goehle

• Get a copy of John’s most popular book - The Survey Guide - A Guide to the CMS Conditions for Coverage & Interpretive Guidelines for Ambulatory Surgery Centers 

On this Episode of the ASC Podcast with John Goehle recorded live from ASCA 2024 the staff of Ambulatory Healthcare Strategies and the Podcast, and some of our clients and listeners sit down after the first day of the conference started to talk about the sessions the attends and their interactions with other attendees.   We apologize for the poor sound quality while recording. 

Listen to Episode 219

This episode is sponsored by Surgical Information Systems, triValence, Medserve and  Ambulatory Healthcare Strategies.

Notes and Resources from this Episode:

• The ASC Association Website
  • http://ascassociation.org

INFORMATION ABOUT THE ASC PODCAST WITH JOHN GOEHLE

ASC Central, a sister site to http://ascpodcast.com provides a link to all of our bootcamps, educational programs and membership programs!

http://asc-central.com

Join one of our Membership Programs!

• • Our Patron Program:
    • Patron Members of the ASC Podcast with John Goehle have access to ASC Central - an exclusive membership website that provides a one-stop  ASC Regulatory and Accreditation Compliance, Operations and Financial Management resource for busy Administrators, nurse managers and business office managers. 
    • More information and Become Member

• The ASC-Central Premium Access Program

• • A Premium Resource for Ambulatory Surgery Centers including access to bootcamps, education programs and private sessions
  • More Information and Become a Premium Access Program Members Today!

Important Resources for ASCs:

• Conditions for Coverage:

• https://www.ecfr.gov/cgi-bin/text-idx?c=ecfr&rgn=div5&view=text&node=42:3.0.1.1.3&idno=42#se42.3.416_150

• Infection Control Survey Tool (Used by Surveyors for Infection Control)
  • https://www.cms.gov/Regulations-and-Guidance/Guidance/Manuals/downloads/som107_exhibit_351.pdf
• Updated Guidance for Ambulatory Surgical Centers - Appendix L of the State Operations Manual (SOM)
  • https://www.cms.gov/Regulations-and-Guidance/Guidance/Manuals/downloads/som107ap_l_ambulatory.pdf
  • https://www.cms.gov/medicareprovider-enrollment-and-certificationsurveycertificationgeninfopolicy-and-memos-states-and/updated-guidance-ambulatory-surgical-centers-appendix-l-state-operations-manual-som
• Policy & Memos to States and Regions
  • CMS Quality Safety & Oversight memoranda, guidance, clarifications and instructions to State Survey Agencies and CMS Regional Offices.
  • https://www.cms.gov/Medicare/Provider-Enrollment-and-Certification/SurveyCertificationGenInfo/Policy-and-Memos-to-States-and-Regions

Other Resources from the ASC Podcast with John Goehle:

Visit the ASC Podcast with John Goehle Website

Books by John Goehle

• Get a copy of John’s most popular book - The Survey Guide - A Guide to the CMS Conditions for Coverage & Interpretive Guidelines for Ambulatory Surgery Centers 

In this episode of the ASC Podcast with John Goehle recorded live from ASCA 2025 in Denver Colorado the staff of Ambulatory Healthcare Strategies and the Podcast, and some of our clients and listeners sit down to talk about their experience here after the Second day of ASCA 2025.  

This episode is sponsored by Surgical Information Systems, RFX Solutions, Medserve and  Ambulatory Healthcare Strategies.

Notes and Resources from this Episode:

• ASCA 2025:

• • https://www.ascassociation.org/annualconference/home
• ASC Central
  • http://conferences.asc-central.com

INFORMATION ABOUT THE ASC PODCAST WITH JOHN GOEHLE

ASC Central, a sister site to http://ascpodcast.com provides a link to all of our bootcamps, educational programs and membership programs!

https://conferences.asc-central.com/

Join one of our Membership Programs!

• • Our Patron Program:
    • Patron Members of the ASC Podcast with John Goehle have access to ASC Central - an exclusive membership website that provides a one-stop  ASC Regulatory and Accreditation Compliance, Operations and Financial Management resource for busy Administrators, nurse managers and business office managers. 
    • More information and Become Member

• The ASC-Central Premium Access Program

• • A Premium Resource for Ambulatory Surgery Centers including access to bootcamps, education programs and private sessions
  • More Information and Become a Premium Access Program Members Today!

Important Resources for ASCs:

• Conditions for Coverage:

• https://www.ecfr.gov/cgi-bin/text-idx?c=ecfr&rgn=div5&view=text&node=42:3.0.1.1.3&idno=42#se42.3.416_150

• Infection Control Survey Tool (Used by Surveyors for Infection Control)
  • https://www.cms.gov/Regulations-and-Guidance/Guidance/Manuals/downloads/som107_exhibit_351.pdf
• Updated Guidance for Ambulatory Surgical Centers - Appendix L of the State Operations Manual (SOM)
  • https://www.cms.gov/Regulations-and-Guidance/Guidance/Manuals/downloads/som107ap_l_ambulatory.pdf
  • https://www.cms.gov/medicareprovider-enrollment-and-certificationsurveycertificationgeninfopolicy-and-memos-states-and/updated-guidance-ambulatory-surgical-centers-appendix-l-state-operations-manual-som
• Policy & Memos to States and Regions
  • CMS Quality Safety & Oversight memoranda, guidance, clarifications and instructions to State Survey Agencies and CMS Regional Offices.
  • https://www.cms.gov/Medicare/Provider-Enrollment-and-Certification/SurveyCertificationGenInfo/Policy-and-Memos-to-States-and-Regions

Other Resources from the ASC Podcast with John Goehle:

Visit the ASC Podcast with John Goehle Website

Books by John Goehle

• Get a copy of John’s most popular book - The Survey Guide - A Guide to the CMS Conditions for Coverage & Interpretive Guidelines for Ambulatory Surgery Centers 

On this Episode of the ASC Podcast with John Goehle recorded live from ASCA 2024 the staff of Ambulatory Healthcare Strategies and the Podcast, and some of our clients and listeners sit down before the conference started to talk about the challenges we are facing and what we hope to hear while we are at ASCA 2024.   We apologize for the poor sound quality while recording. 

This episode is sponsored by Surgical Information Systems, triValence, Medserve and  Ambulatory Healthcare Strategies.

Notes and Resources from this Episode:

• The ASC Association Website
  • http://ascassociation.org

INFORMATION ABOUT THE ASC PODCAST WITH JOHN GOEHLE

ASC Central, a sister site to http://ascpodcast.com provides a link to all of our bootcamps, educational programs and membership programs!

http://asc-central.com

Join one of our Membership Programs!

• • Our Patron Program:
    • Patron Members of the ASC Podcast with John Goehle have access to ASC Central - an exclusive membership website that provides a one-stop  ASC Regulatory and Accreditation Compliance, Operations and Financial Management resource for busy Administrators, nurse managers and business office managers. 
    • More information and Become Member

• The ASC-Central Premium Access Program

• • A Premium Resource for Ambulatory Surgery Centers including access to bootcamps, education programs and private sessions
  • More Information and Become a Premium Access Program Members Today!

Important Resources for ASCs:

• Conditions for Coverage:

• https://www.ecfr.gov/cgi-bin/text-idx?c=ecfr&rgn=div5&view=text&node=42:3.0.1.1.3&idno=42#se42.3.416_150

• Infection Control Survey Tool (Used by Surveyors for Infection Control)
  • https://www.cms.gov/Regulations-and-Guidance/Guidance/Manuals/downloads/som107_exhibit_351.pdf
• Updated Guidance for Ambulatory Surgical Centers - Appendix L of the State Operations Manual (SOM)
  • https://www.cms.gov/Regulations-and-Guidance/Guidance/Manuals/downloads/som107ap_l_ambulatory.pdf
  • https://www.cms.gov/medicareprovider-enrollment-and-certificationsurveycertificationgeninfopolicy-and-memos-states-and/updated-guidance-ambulatory-surgical-centers-appendix-l-state-operations-manual-som
• Policy & Memos to States and Regions
  • CMS Quality Safety & Oversight memoranda, guidance, clarifications and instructions to State Survey Agencies and CMS Regional Offices.
  • https://www.cms.gov/Medicare/Provider-Enrollment-and-Certification/SurveyCertificationGenInfo/Policy-and-Memos-to-States-and-Regions

Other Resources from the ASC Podcast with John Goehle:

Visit the ASC Podcast with John Goehle Website

Books by John Goehle

• Get a copy of John’s most popular book - The Survey Guide - A Guide to the CMS Conditions for Coverage & Interpretive Guidelines for Ambulatory Surgery Centers 

On this Episode of the ASC Podcast with John Goehle we discuss the Latest News,  provide an update on the pending ASC Quality Reporting Deadline and OAS-CAHPS, Review the new DEA Verification Process, discuss a recent immediate jeopardy called on a listener for a humidity out of range, and in our focus segment - discuss Cybersecurity and the impact of the recent Change Healthcare incident with Paul Alcock with SIS. 

This episode is sponsored by Surgical Information Systems, 

Notes and Resources from this Episode:

• AORN Article on OAS-CAHPS:
  • https://digital.outpatientsurgery.net/view/931864804/20/#zoom=true
• OAS-CAHPS Implementation Graphic:
  • https://oascahps.org/OAS_Part_Overview.pdf
• Medicare Quality Reporting Program - Measures:
  • https://www.cms.gov/medicare/quality/measures
• New DEA Verification Process:
  • https://www.deadiversion.usdoj.gov/Dear_Registrant.pdf
• Leapfrog Op-Ed Article:
  • https://www.njspotlightnews.org/2024/04/op-ed-wheres-the-safest-place-to-have-your-surgery-or-procedure/
• Outpatient Surgery Magazine Article on Medication Safety:
  • https://digital.outpatientsurgery.net/view/931864804/50/#zoom=true
• CMS Fact Sheet on the Change Healthcare Cyber Attack and Accelerated Payments:
  • https://www.cms.gov/newsroom/fact-sheets/change-healthcare/optum-payment-disruption-chopd-accelerated-payments-part-providers-and-advance
• Our Sponsor - Surgical Information Systems:
  • http://sisfirst.com

INFORMATION ABOUT THE ASC PODCAST WITH JOHN GOEHLE

ASC Central, a sister site to http://ascpodcast.com provides a link to all of our bootcamps, educational programs and membership programs!

http://asc-central.com

Join one of our Membership Programs!

• • Our Patron Program:
    • Patron Members of the ASC Podcast with John Goehle have access to ASC Central - an exclusive membership website that provides a one-stop  ASC Regulatory and Accreditation Compliance, Operations and Financial Management resource for busy Administrators, nurse managers and business office managers. 
    • More information and Become Member

• The ASC-Central Premium Access Program

• • A Premium Resource for Ambulatory Surgery Centers including access to bootcamps, education programs and private sessions
  • More Information and Become a Premium Access Program Members Today!

Important Resources for ASCs:

• Conditions for Coverage:

• https://www.ecfr.gov/cgi-bin/text-idx?c=ecfr&rgn=div5&view=text&node=42:3.0.1.1.3&idno=42#se42.3.416_150

• Infection Control Survey Tool (Used by Surveyors for Infection Control)
  • https://www.cms.gov/Regulations-and-Guidance/Guidance/Manuals/downloads/som107_exhibit_351.pdf
• Updated Guidance for Ambulatory Surgical Centers - Appendix L of the State Operations Manual (SOM)
  • https://www.cms.gov/Regulations-and-Guidance/Guidance/Manuals/downloads/som107ap_l_ambulatory.pdf
  • https://www.cms.gov/medicareprovider-enrollment-and-certificationsurveycertificationgeninfopolicy-and-memos-states-and/updated-guidance-ambulatory-surgical-centers-appendix-l-state-operations-manual-som
• Policy & Memos to States and Regions
  • CMS Quality Safety & Oversight memoranda, guidance, clarifications and instructions to State Survey Agencies and CMS Regional Offices.
  • https://www.cms.gov/Medicare/Provider-Enrollment-and-Certification/SurveyCertificationGenInfo/Policy-and-Memos-to-States-and-Regions

Other Resources from the ASC Podcast with John Goehle:

Visit the ASC Podcast with John Goehle Website

Books by John Goehle

• Get a copy of John’s most popular book - The Survey Guide - A Guide to the CMS Conditions for Coverage & Interpretive Guidelines for Ambulatory Surgery Centers 

On this Episode of the ASC Podcast with John Goehle we discuss the Latest News, provide an update and advice on the upcoming requirement for participation in OAS-CAHPS - the Outpatient and Ambulatory Surgery CAHPS Survey and in our focus segment, we discuss how to use data to enhance your supply chain operation with Katie St. Onge with triValence.  

This episode is sponsored by triValence.

Notes and Resources from this Episode:

• Becker's Article on the Number of ASCs in US:
  • https://www.beckersasc.com/asc-news/the-number-of-ascs-in-all-50-states.html?origin=SpineE&utm_source=SpineE&utm_medium=email&utm_content=newsletter&oly_enc_id=0573H1191845C8E
• Advisory Board Daily Briefing 
  • ECRI and the Institute for Safe Medication Practices (ISMP) list of the top 10 patient safety concerns affecting the healthcare industry.
  • https://www.advisory.com/daily-briefing/2024/03/14/ecri-report
• OAS CAHPS
  • https://www.ascfocus.org/ascfocus/content/articles-content/articles/2024/digital-debut/start-on-oas-cahps-survey-implementation-now

• Our Sponsor triValence:
  • http://trivalence.com
  • Request a Demo of their Platform/mes

INFORMATION ABOUT THE ASC PODCAST WITH JOHN GOEHLE

ASC Central, a sister site to http://ascpodcast.com provides a link to all of our bootcamps, educational programs and membership programs!

http://asc-central.com

Join one of our Membership Programs!

• • Our Patron Program:
    • Patron Members of the ASC Podcast with John Goehle have access to ASC Central - an exclusive membership website that provides a one-stop  ASC Regulatory and Accreditation Compliance, Operations and Financial Management resource for busy Administrators, nurse managers and business office managers. 
    • More information and Become Member

• The ASC-Central Premium Access Program

• • A Premium Resource for Ambulatory Surgery Centers including access to bootcamps, education programs and private sessions
  • More Information and Become a Premium Access Program Members Today!

Important Resources for ASCs:

• Conditions for Coverage:

• https://www.ecfr.gov/cgi-bin/text-idx?c=ecfr&rgn=div5&view=text&node=42:3.0.1.1.3&idno=42#se42.3.416_150

• Infection Control Survey Tool (Used by Surveyors for Infection Control)
  • https://www.cms.gov/Regulations-and-Guidance/Guidance/Manuals/downloads/som107_exhibit_351.pdf
• Updated Guidance for Ambulatory Surgical Centers - Appendix L of the State Operations Manual (SOM)
  • https://www.cms.gov/Regulations-and-Guidance/Guidance/Manuals/downloads/som107ap_l_ambulatory.pdf
  • https://www.cms.gov/medicareprovider-enrollment-and-certificationsurveycertificationgeninfopolicy-and-memos-states-and/updated-guidance-ambulatory-surgical-centers-appendix-l-state-operations-manual-som
• Policy & Memos to States and Regions
  • CMS Quality Safety & Oversight memoranda, guidance, clarifications and instructions to State Survey Agencies and CMS Regional Offices.
  • https://www.cms.gov/Medicare/Provider-Enrollment-and-Certification/SurveyCertificationGenInfo/Policy-and-Memos-to-States-and-Regions

Other Resources from the ASC Podcast with John Goehle:

Visit the ASC Podcast with John Goehle Website

Books by John Goehle

• Get a copy of John’s most popular book - The Survey Guide - A Guide to the CMS Conditions for Coverage & Interpretive Guidelines for Ambulatory Surgery Centers 

On this Episode of the ASC Podcast with John Goehle we discuss the Latest News, Review recent ASCA advocacy activities, discuss recent false claims activities by the Department of Justice and in our focus segment discuss pharmacy issues with our newest sponsor Alex Yampolsky from MedServe and a panel of administrators. 

This episode is sponsored by Medserve.

Notes and Resources from this Episode:

Information about ASCA:

• ASCA 2024
  • https://www.ascassociation.org/annualconference/home
• Advocacy Day: 
  • https://info.ascassociation.org/acton/ct/15200/s-10ac-2403/Bct/q-1338/l-1333:137b/ct2_0/1/lu?sid=TV2%3A60JqrqIWO

Harris Beach Legal Alert 

• https://www.harrisbeach.com/insights/false-claims-act-enforcement-highlights-need-for-robust-compliance-programs/?utm_source=Constant+Contact&utm_medium=Email+&utm_campaign=Legal+Alert+

Our Sponsor - MedServe:

• Web Site:
  • https://medserverx.com/

INFORMATION ABOUT THE ASC PODCAST WITH JOHN GOEHLE

ASC Central, a sister site to http://ascpodcast.com provides a link to all of our bootcamps, educational programs and membership programs!

http://asc-central.com

Join one of our Membership Programs!

• • Our Patron Program:
    • Patron Members of the ASC Podcast with John Goehle have access to ASC Central - an exclusive membership website that provides a one-stop  ASC Regulatory and Accreditation Compliance, Operations and Financial Management resource for busy Administrators, nurse managers and business office managers. 
    • More information and Become Member

• The ASC-Central Premium Access Program

• • A Premium Resource for Ambulatory Surgery Centers including access to bootcamps, education programs and private sessions
  • More Information and Become a Premium Access Program Members Today!

Important Resources for ASCs:

• Conditions for Coverage:

• https://www.ecfr.gov/cgi-bin/text-idx?c=ecfr&rgn=div5&view=text&node=42:3.0.1.1.3&idno=42#se42.3.416_150

• Infection Control Survey Tool (Used by Surveyors for Infection Control)
  • https://www.cms.gov/Regulations-and-Guidance/Guidance/Manuals/downloads/som107_exhibit_351.pdf
• Updated Guidance for Ambulatory Surgical Centers - Appendix L of the State Operations Manual (SOM)
  • https://www.cms.gov/Regulations-and-Guidance/Guidance/Manuals/downloads/som107ap_l_ambulatory.pdf
  • https://www.cms.gov/medicareprovider-enrollment-and-certificationsurveycertificationgeninfopolicy-and-memos-states-and/updated-guidance-ambulatory-surgical-centers-appendix-l-state-operations-manual-som
• Policy & Memos to States and Regions
  • CMS Quality Safety & Oversight memoranda, guidance, clarifications and instructions to State Survey Agencies and CMS Regional Offices.
  • https://www.cms.gov/Medicare/Provider-Enrollment-and-Certification/SurveyCertificationGenInfo/Policy-and-Memos-to-States-and-Regions

Other Resources from the ASC Podcast with John Goehle:

Visit the ASC Podcast with John Goehle Website

Books by John Goehle

• Get a copy of John’s most popular book - The Survey Guide - A Guide to the CMS Conditions for Coverage & Interpretive Guidelines for Ambulatory Surgery Centers 

On this Episode of the ASC Podcast with John Goehle we discuss the Latest News, Discuss AAAHC’s upcoming web interface transition, Review new CDC guidance on respiratory illnesses, Discuss how to avoid practitioners that don’t meet your quality expectations and in our focus segment discuss  the National Practitioner Data Bank with a lawyer from Dinsmore. 

This episode is sponsored by Surgical Information Systems, triValence, Medserve and  Ambulatory Healthcare Strategies.

Notes and Resources from this Episode:

CDC Guidance:

• https://www.cdc.gov/ncird/whats-new/updated-respiratory-virus-guidance.html

Beckers Article:

• https://www.beckershospitalreview.com/legal-regulatory-issues/oregon-hospital-nurses-drug-diversion-led-to-patient-death-lawsuit-alleges.html?origin=WomensE&utm_source=WomensE&utm_medium=email&utm_content=newsletter&oly_enc_id=0573H1191845C8E

AAAHC Engage 1095:

• https://www.aaahc.org/news/february-2024-triangle-times-today/

INFORMATION ABOUT THE ASC PODCAST WITH JOHN GOEHLE

ASC Central, a sister site to http://ascpodcast.com provides a link to all of our bootcamps, educational programs and membership programs!

http://asc-central.com

Join one of our Membership Programs!

• • Our Patron Program:
    • Patron Members of the ASC Podcast with John Goehle have access to ASC Central - an exclusive membership website that provides a one-stop  ASC Regulatory and Accreditation Compliance, Operations and Financial Management resource for busy Administrators, nurse managers and business office managers. 
    • More information and Become Member

• The ASC-Central Premium Access Program

• • A Premium Resource for Ambulatory Surgery Centers including access to bootcamps, education programs and private sessions
  • More Information and Become a Premium Access Program Members Today!

Important Resources for ASCs:

• Conditions for Coverage:

• https://www.ecfr.gov/cgi-bin/text-idx?c=ecfr&rgn=div5&view=text&node=42:3.0.1.1.3&idno=42#se42.3.416_150

• Infection Control Survey Tool (Used by Surveyors for Infection Control)
  • https://www.cms.gov/Regulations-and-Guidance/Guidance/Manuals/downloads/som107_exhibit_351.pdf
• Updated Guidance for Ambulatory Surgical Centers - Appendix L of the State Operations Manual (SOM)
  • https://www.cms.gov/Regulations-and-Guidance/Guidance/Manuals/downloads/som107ap_l_ambulatory.pdf
  • https://www.cms.gov/medicareprovider-enrollment-and-certificationsurveycertificationgeninfopolicy-and-memos-states-and/updated-guidance-ambulatory-surgical-centers-appendix-l-state-operations-manual-som
• Policy & Memos to States and Regions
  • CMS Quality Safety & Oversight memoranda, guidance, clarifications and instructions to State Survey Agencies and CMS Regional Offices.
  • https://www.cms.gov/Medicare/Provider-Enrollment-and-Certification/SurveyCertificationGenInfo/Policy-and-Memos-to-States-and-Regions

Other Resources from the ASC Podcast with John Goehle:

Visit the ASC Podcast with John Goehle Website

Books by John Goehle

• Get a copy of John’s most popular book - The Survey Guide - A Guide to the CMS Conditions for Coverage & Interpretive Guidelines for Ambulatory Surgery Centers 

On this Episode of the ASC Podcast with John Goehle we discuss the Latest News,  Including an update to the fraudulent Florida nursing diploma situation, discuss texting in the ASC, review some recent survey experiences and in our focus segment, discuss informed consents. 

This episode is sponsored by Surgical Information Systems, triValence, Medserve and  Ambulatory Healthcare Strategies.

Notes and Resources from this Episode:

Nails and hand hygiene

• https://nurse.org/news/nurses-long-nails-nicu-deaths/

Florida Nursing Schools

• https://www.timesunion.com/education/article/nurses-sue-new-york-get-licenses-back-fraud-scheme-18658517.php

Medfusion Recall:

• https://www.fda.gov/medical-devices/medical-device-recalls/smiths-medical-asd-inc-recalls-medfusion-model-4000-syringe-pump-due-issues-associated-earlier?utm_medium=email&utm_source=govdelivery

INFORMATION ABOUT THE ASC PODCAST WITH JOHN GOEHLE

ASC Central, a sister site to http://ascpodcast.com provides a link to all of our bootcamps, educational programs and membership programs!

http://asc-central.com

Join one of our Membership Programs!

Our Patron Program:

• • Patron Members of the ASC Podcast with John Goehle have access to ASC Central - an exclusive membership website that provides a one-stop  ASC Regulatory and Accreditation Compliance, Operations and Financial Management resource for busy Administrators, nurse managers and business office managers. 
  • More information and Become Member

The ASC-Central Premium Access Program

• • A Premium Resource for Ambulatory Surgery Centers including access to bootcamps, education programs and private sessions
  • More Information and Become a Premium Access Program Members Today!

Important Resources for ASCs:

• Conditions for Coverage:

• https://www.ecfr.gov/cgi-bin/text-idx?c=ecfr&rgn=div5&view=text&node=42:3.0.1.1.3&idno=42#se42.3.416_150

• Infection Control Survey Tool (Used by Surveyors for Infection Control)
  • https://www.cms.gov/Regulations-and-Guidance/Guidance/Manuals/downloads/som107_exhibit_351.pdf
• Updated Guidance for Ambulatory Surgical Centers - Appendix L of the State Operations Manual (SOM)
  • https://www.cms.gov/Regulations-and-Guidance/Guidance/Manuals/downloads/som107ap_l_ambulatory.pdf
  • https://www.cms.gov/medicareprovider-enrollment-and-certificationsurveycertificationgeninfopolicy-and-memos-states-and/updated-guidance-ambulatory-surgical-centers-appendix-l-state-operations-manual-som
• Policy & Memos to States and Regions
  • CMS Quality Safety & Oversight memoranda, guidance, clarifications and instructions to State Survey Agencies and CMS Regional Offices.
  • https://www.cms.gov/Medicare/Provider-Enrollment-and-Certification/SurveyCertificationGenInfo/Policy-and-Memos-to-States-and-Regions

Other Resources from the ASC Podcast with John Goehle:

Visit the ASC Podcast with John Goehle Website

Books by John Goehle

• Get a copy of John’s most popular book - The Survey Guide - A Guide to the CMS Conditions for Coverage & Interpretive Guidelines for Ambulatory Surgery Centers 

On this Episode of the ASC Podcast with John Goehle we discuss the Latest News, discuss updates to the ISMP Confused Drug Names and High Alert Drug Lists, Review the 2024 Joint Commission Patient Safety Goals and in our Focus Segment we have a panel discussion of current ASC Issues with the staff of Ambulatory Healthcare Strategies at their January Semi-Annual Retreat.  

This episode is sponsored by Surgical Information Systems, triValence, Medserve and  Ambulatory Healthcare Strategies.

Notes and Resources from this Episode:

• ISMP Update:
  • https://www.ismp.org/resources/high-alert-medication-list-acute-care-settings-updated-2024
• TJC 2024 Ambulatory Patient Safety Goals:
  • https://www.jointcommission.org/standards/national-patient-safety-goals/ambulatory-health-care-national-patient-safety-goals/

INFORMATION ABOUT THE ASC PODCAST WITH JOHN GOEHLE

ASC Central, a sister site to http://ascpodcast.com provides a link to all of our bootcamps, educational programs and membership programs!

http://asc-central.com

Join one of our Membership Programs!

• Our Patron Program:
  • Patron Members of the ASC Podcast with John Goehle have access to ASC Central - an exclusive membership website that provides a one-stop  ASC Regulatory and Accreditation Compliance, Operations and Financial Management resource for busy Administrators, nurse managers and business office managers. 
  • More information and Become Member

• The ASC-Central Premium Access Program

• • A Premium Resource for Ambulatory Surgery Centers including access to bootcamps, education programs and private sessions
  • More Information and Become a Premium Access Program Members Today!

Important Resources for ASCs:

• Conditions for Coverage:

• https://www.ecfr.gov/cgi-bin/text-idx?c=ecfr&rgn=div5&view=text&node=42:3.0.1.1.3&idno=42#se42.3.416_150

• Infection Control Survey Tool (Used by Surveyors for Infection Control)
  • https://www.cms.gov/Regulations-and-Guidance/Guidance/Manuals/downloads/som107_exhibit_351.pdf
• Updated Guidance for Ambulatory Surgical Centers - Appendix L of the State Operations Manual (SOM)
  • https://www.cms.gov/Regulations-and-Guidance/Guidance/Manuals/downloads/som107ap_l_ambulatory.pdf
  • https://www.cms.gov/medicareprovider-enrollment-and-certificationsurveycertificationgeninfopolicy-and-memos-states-and/updated-guidance-ambulatory-surgical-centers-appendix-l-state-operations-manual-som
• Policy & Memos to States and Regions
  • CMS Quality Safety & Oversight memoranda, guidance, clarifications and instructions to State Survey Agencies and CMS Regional Offices.
  • https://www.cms.gov/Medicare/Provider-Enrollment-and-Certification/SurveyCertificationGenInfo/Policy-and-Memos-to-States-and-Regions

Other Resources from the ASC Podcast with John Goehle:

Visit the ASC Podcast with John Goehle Website

Books by John Goehle

• Get a copy of John’s most popular book - The Survey Guide - A Guide to the CMS Conditions for Coverage & Interpretive Guidelines for Ambulatory Surgery Centers 

On this Episode of the ASC Podcast with John Goehle we discuss the Latest News, discuss how to prepare for your annual board meetings, review annual mandatory education requirements, provide a reminder about periodic hospital reporting and in our focus segment - we discuss some common citations for AAAHC and ACHC.  

This episode is sponsored by Surgical Information Systems, triValence, Medserve and  Ambulatory Healthcare Strategies.

Notes and Resources from this Episode:

OR Manager Article on Colonoscopy Fee Differences, HOPD vs ASC:

• https://www.ormanager.com/briefs/colonoscopy-fees-higher-for-hospitals-than-ascs-study-finds/

Article in Becker's ASC: Stark law: Where it stands and where it's headed

• https://www.beckersasc.com/asc-coding-billing-and-collections/stark-law-where-it-stands-and-where-its-headed.html?origin=ASCE&utm_source=ASCE&utm_medium=email&utm_content=newsletter&oly_enc_id=5567B4088734C3Z

Recall of IV Bags:

• https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/leiters-health-issues-voluntary-nationwide-recall-vancomycin-iv-bags-phenylephrine-iv-bags-and#recall-announcement

Nursejournal Article regarding CRNAs and Supervision:

• https://nursejournal.org/nurse-anesthetist/crna-supervision-requirements

Becker’s Article on Movement to Remove Restrictions on CRNAs Independent Practice:

• https://www.beckersasc.com/anesthesia/lawmakers-looking-to-change-crna-supervision-requirements.html?origin=ASCE&utm_source=ASCE&utm_medium=email&utm_content=newsletter&oly_enc_id=0573H1191845C8E

INFORMATION ABOUT THE ASC PODCAST WITH JOHN GOEHLE

ASC Central, a sister site to http://ascpodcast.com provides a link to all of our bootcamps, educational programs and membership programs!

http://asc-central.com

Join one of our Membership Programs!

• • Our Patron Program:
    • Patron Members of the ASC Podcast with John Goehle have access to ASC Central - an exclusive membership website that provides a one-stop  ASC Regulatory and Accreditation Compliance, Operations and Financial Management resource for busy Administrators, nurse managers and business office managers. 
    • More information and Become Member

• The ASC-Central Premium Access Program

• • A Premium Resource for Ambulatory Surgery Centers including access to bootcamps, education programs and private sessions
  • More Information and Become a Premium Access Program Members Today!

Important Resources for ASCs:

• Conditions for Coverage:

• https://www.ecfr.gov/cgi-bin/text-idx?c=ecfr&rgn=div5&view=text&node=42:3.0.1.1.3&idno=42#se42.3.416_150

• Infection Control Survey Tool (Used by Surveyors for Infection Control)
  • https://www.cms.gov/Regulations-and-Guidance/Guidance/Manuals/downloads/som107_exhibit_351.pdf
• Updated Guidance for Ambulatory Surgical Centers - Appendix L of the State Operations Manual (SOM)
  • https://www.cms.gov/Regulations-and-Guidance/Guidance/Manuals/downloads/som107ap_l_ambulatory.pdf
  • https://www.cms.gov/medicareprovider-enrollment-and-certificationsurveycertificationgeninfopolicy-and-memos-states-and/updated-guidance-ambulatory-surgical-centers-appendix-l-state-operations-manual-som
• Policy & Memos to States and Regions
  • CMS Quality Safety & Oversight memoranda, guidance, clarifications and instructions to State Survey Agencies and CMS Regional Offices.
  • https://www.cms.gov/Medicare/Provider-Enrollment-and-Certification/SurveyCertificationGenInfo/Policy-and-Memos-to-States-and-Regions

Other Resources from the ASC Podcast with John Goehle:

Visit the ASC Podcast with John Goehle Website

Books by John Goehle

• Get a copy of John’s most popular book - The Survey Guide - A Guide to the CMS Conditions for Coverage & Interpretive Guidelines for Ambulatory Surgery Centers 

On this Episode of the ASC Podcast with John Goehle we discuss the Latest News, including the release by AAAHC of the V43 Standards, problems with the Medicare Administrator Contracts and 2024 Payment Rates, contagious disease outbreaks and in our focus segment we discuss the 2024 HOPD/ASC Final Payment rule, the 2024 Medicare Quality Reporting System and discuss payment and coding updates with Cristina Bentin from Coding Compliance Management.

This episode is sponsored by Surgical Information Systems, triValence, Medserve and  Ambulatory Healthcare Strategies.

Notes and Resources from this Episode:

• AAAHC - V43 was released
  • https://www.aaahc.org/news/v43-handbook-updates/
• Suffolk County health officials warn of whooping cough outbreak:
  • https://abcnews.go.com/Health/health-officials-suffolk-county-new-york-report-whooping/story?id=106060623,
  • https://suffolkcountyny.gov/Departments/Health-Services/Health-News/ArtMID/3434/ArticleID/11317/Suffolk-Health-Officials-Alert-Public-of-Rise-in-Pertussis-Case
• Pharmaceutical companies to hike prices of 500 drugs.
  • https://www.reuters.com/business/healthcare-pharmaceuticals/drugmakers-set-raise-us-prices-least-500-drugs-january-2023-12-29/.
• Mask Mandates are BACK!!
  • https://www.healthcaredive.com/news/mask-mandates-health-facilities-hospitals-nyc-covid-19-flu/703677/
• Conversation Between Alex Yampolsky and John Karwoski: 
  • https://medserverx.com/insights/missing-fentanyl-leads-to-license-suspension-at-wyoming-asc
• Interview with Cristina Bentin
  • Link to Coding Compliance Management:  https://www.ccmpro.com/

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INFORMATION ABOUT THE ASC PODCAST WITH JOHN GOEHLE

ASC Central, a sister site to http://ascpodcast.com provides a link to all of our bootcamps, educational programs and membership programs!

http://asc-central.com

Join one of our Membership Programs!

• • Our Patron Program:
    • Patron Members of the ASC Podcast with John Goehle have access to ASC Central - an exclusive membership website that provides a one-stop  ASC Regulatory and Accreditation Compliance, Operations and Financial Management resource for busy Administrators, nurse managers and business office managers. 
    • More information and Become Member

• The ASC-Central Premium Access Program

• • A Premium Resource for Ambulatory Surgery Centers including access to bootcamps, education programs and private sessions
  • More Information and Become a Premium Access Program Members Today!

Important Resources for ASCs:

• Conditions for Coverage:

• https://www.ecfr.gov/cgi-bin/text-idx?c=ecfr&rgn=div5&view=text&node=42:3.0.1.1.3&idno=42#se42.3.416_150

• Infection Control Survey Tool (Used by Surveyors for Infection Control)
  • https://www.cms.gov/Regulations-and-Guidance/Guidance/Manuals/downloads/som107_exhibit_351.pdf
• Updated Guidance for Ambulatory Surgical Centers - Appendix L of the State Operations Manual (SOM)
  • https://www.cms.gov/Regulations-and-Guidance/Guidance/Manuals/downloads/som107ap_l_ambulatory.pdf
  • https://www.cms.gov/medicareprovider-enrollment-and-certificationsurveycertificationgeninfopolicy-and-memos-states-and/updated-guidance-ambulatory-surgical-centers-appendix-l-state-operations-manual-som
• Policy & Memos to States and Regions
  • CMS Quality Safety & Oversight memoranda, guidance, clarifications and instructions to State Survey Agencies and CMS Regional Offices.
  • https://www.cms.gov/Medicare/Provider-Enrollment-and-Certification/SurveyCertificationGenInfo/Policy-and-Memos-to-States-and-Regions

Other Resources from the ASC Podcast with John Goehle:

Visit the ASC Podcast with John Goehle Website

Books by John Goehle

• Get a copy of John’s most popular book - The Survey Guide - A Guide to the CMS Conditions for Coverage & Interpretive Guidelines for Ambulatory Surgery Centers 

On this Episode of the ASC Podcast with John Goehle we discuss the Latest News, the impact on ASCs of the ongoing Drug Shortages, recent state actions impacting ASCs including price transparency initiatives and in our focus segment, we discuss profitability challenges related to on-going salary, and other cost pressures and Interview triValence’s Alex Pirrotta regarding supply chain costs. 

This episode is sponsored by triValence.

Notes and Resources from this Episode:

• ECRA and ISMP Report:
  • https://assets.ecri.org/PDF/10.2023_Press_Release_Medication_Shortages_supporting_summary.pdf
  • For more on managing drug shortages, visit ISMP website: www.ismp.org/node/775
  • For more on managing supply and device shortages, visit ECRI website: www.ecri.org/supply-chain-disruption-in-healthcare
• The ASC Association (ASCA)
  • Please become a member and support the Association that supports the ASC Industry:
  • https://www.ascassociation.org/asca/membership/join-renew

• Ozempic and other GLP-1 Drugs (Article from Beckers Spine)

• • https://www.beckersspine.com/spine/58359-will-ozempic-alter-spine-orthopedic-fields.html?origin=ASCE&utm_source=ASCE&utm_medium=email&utm_content=newsletter&oly_enc_id=0573H1191845C8E

• • Signup for Becker’s Spine: https://www.beckersspine.com/e-weekly/spine-review-e-weekly.html
• OR Manager article about RN Salaries:
  • https://www.ormanager.com/briefs/rns-expected-to-see-big-salary-bump-by-2033-due-to-nursing-demand/#:~:text=RNs%20made%20%2433.13%20in%20hourly,occupational%20fields%20in%20the%20country.
• triValence:
  • http://trivalence.com

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Join one of our Membership Programs!

• • Our Patron Program:
    • Patron Members of the ASC Podcast with John Goehle have access to ASC Central - an exclusive membership website that provides a one-stop  ASC Regulatory and Accreditation Compliance, Operations and Financial Management resource for busy Administrators, nurse managers and business office managers. 
    • More information and Become Member

• The ASC-Central Premium Access Program

• • A Premium Resource for Ambulatory Surgery Centers including access to bootcamps, education programs and private sessions
  • More Information and Become a Premium Access Program Members Today!

Important Resources for ASCs:

• Conditions for Coverage:

• https://www.ecfr.gov/cgi-bin/text-idx?c=ecfr&rgn=div5&view=text&node=42:3.0.1.1.3&idno=42#se42.3.416_150

• Infection Control Survey Tool (Used by Surveyors for Infection Control)
  • https://www.cms.gov/Regulations-and-Guidance/Guidance/Manuals/downloads/som107_exhibit_351.pdf
• Updated Guidance for Ambulatory Surgical Centers - Appendix L of the State Operations Manual (SOM)
  • https://www.cms.gov/Regulations-and-Guidance/Guidance/Manuals/downloads/som107ap_l_ambulatory.pdf
  • https://www.cms.gov/medicareprovider-enrollment-and-certificationsurveycertificationgeninfopolicy-and-memos-states-and/updated-guidance-ambulatory-surgical-centers-appendix-l-state-operations-manual-som
• Policy & Memos to States and Regions
  • CMS Quality Safety & Oversight memoranda, guidance, clarifications and instructions to State Survey Agencies and CMS Regional Offices.
  • https://www.cms.gov/Medicare/Provider-Enrollment-and-Certification/SurveyCertificationGenInfo/Policy-and-Memos-to-States-and-Regions

Other Resources from the ASC Podcast with John Goehle:

Visit the ASC Podcast with John Goehle Website

Books by John Goehle

• Get a copy of John’s most popular book - The Survey Guide - A Guide to the CMS Conditions for Coverage & Interpretive Guidelines for Ambulatory Surgery Centers 

In this episode of the ASC Podcast with John Goehle recorded live from ASCA 2025 in Denver Colorado the staff of Ambulatory Healthcare Strategies and the Podcast, and some of our clients and listeners sit down to talk about their experience here after the first day of ASCA 2025.  

This episode is sponsored by Surgical Information Systems, RFX Solutions, Medserve and  Ambulatory Healthcare Strategies.

Notes and Resources from this Episode:

• ASCA 2025:

• • https://www.ascassociation.org/annualconference/home
• ASC Central
  • http://conferences.asc-central.com

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ASC Central, a sister site to http://ascpodcast.com provides a link to all of our bootcamps, educational programs and membership programs!

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Join one of our Membership Programs!

• • Our Patron Program:
    • Patron Members of the ASC Podcast with John Goehle have access to ASC Central - an exclusive membership website that provides a one-stop  ASC Regulatory and Accreditation Compliance, Operations and Financial Management resource for busy Administrators, nurse managers and business office managers. 
    • More information and Become Member

• The ASC-Central Premium Access Program

• • A Premium Resource for Ambulatory Surgery Centers including access to bootcamps, education programs and private sessions
  • More Information and Become a Premium Access Program Members Today!

Important Resources for ASCs:

• Conditions for Coverage:

• https://www.ecfr.gov/cgi-bin/text-idx?c=ecfr&rgn=div5&view=text&node=42:3.0.1.1.3&idno=42#se42.3.416_150

• Infection Control Survey Tool (Used by Surveyors for Infection Control)
  • https://www.cms.gov/Regulations-and-Guidance/Guidance/Manuals/downloads/som107_exhibit_351.pdf
• Updated Guidance for Ambulatory Surgical Centers - Appendix L of the State Operations Manual (SOM)
  • https://www.cms.gov/Regulations-and-Guidance/Guidance/Manuals/downloads/som107ap_l_ambulatory.pdf
  • https://www.cms.gov/medicareprovider-enrollment-and-certificationsurveycertificationgeninfopolicy-and-memos-states-and/updated-guidance-ambulatory-surgical-centers-appendix-l-state-operations-manual-som
• Policy & Memos to States and Regions
  • CMS Quality Safety & Oversight memoranda, guidance, clarifications and instructions to State Survey Agencies and CMS Regional Offices.
  • https://www.cms.gov/Medicare/Provider-Enrollment-and-Certification/SurveyCertificationGenInfo/Policy-and-Memos-to-States-and-Regions

Other Resources from the ASC Podcast with John Goehle:

Visit the ASC Podcast with John Goehle Website

Books by John Goehle

• Get a copy of John’s most popular book - The Survey Guide - A Guide to the CMS Conditions for Coverage & Interpretive Guidelines for Ambulatory Surgery Centers 

On this Episode of the ASC Podcast with John Goehle we discuss the latest news, talk about upcoming conferences, discuss Electronic Medical Record Implementation and interview Katie Pierson about how to survive software transitions. 

This episode is sponsored by Surgical Information Systems.

Notes and Resources from this Episode:

US News and World Report: Coming: Surgery Center Ratings, and Modified Timing of Hospital Rankings:

• https://health.usnews.com/health-news/blogs/second-opinion/articles/2023-11-27/surgery-center-ratings-modified-timing-hospital-rankings

FDA – Plastic Syringe made in China Safety Alert

• https://www.fda.gov/medical-devices/safety-communications/evaluating-plastic-syringes-made-china-potential-device-failures-fda-safety-communication?utm_medium=email&utm_source=govdelivery

FDA Recall of Saline and Sterile Water Products Manufactured by Nurse Assist, LLC. 

• https://www.fda.gov/medical-devices/safety-communications/do-not-use-certain-brands-saline-and-sterile-water-medical-products-nurse-assist-because-they-may

USA Today Article on Covid

• https://www.usatoday.com/story/news/health/2023/11/29/covid-variant-ba-2-86-triples/71730552007/

Outpatient Surgery Magazine - EHR adoption

• https://go.aorn.org/NTQ1LUtDUC0xNjMAAAGP2lc0PEEgBiabc_uXM64Jcx99vM3wvgVXShs3xWY4-SOpwzpOZVsUIE46IjtTO8fSDccOXIM=

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ASC Central, a sister site to http://ascpodcast.com provides a link to all of our bootcamps, educational programs and membership programs!

http://asc-central.com

Join one of our Membership Programs!

• • Our Patron Program:
    • Patron Members of the ASC Podcast with John Goehle have access to ASC Central - an exclusive membership website that provides a one-stop  ASC Regulatory and Accreditation Compliance, Operations and Financial Management resource for busy Administrators, nurse managers and business office managers. 
    • More information and Become Member

• The ASC-Central Premium Access Program

• • A Premium Resource for Ambulatory Surgery Centers including access to bootcamps, education programs and private sessions
  • More Information and Become a Premium Access Program Members Today!

Important Resources for ASCs:

• Conditions for Coverage:

• https://www.ecfr.gov/cgi-bin/text-idx?c=ecfr&rgn=div5&view=text&node=42:3.0.1.1.3&idno=42#se42.3.416_150

• Infection Control Survey Tool (Used by Surveyors for Infection Control)
  • https://www.cms.gov/Regulations-and-Guidance/Guidance/Manuals/downloads/som107_exhibit_351.pdf
• Updated Guidance for Ambulatory Surgical Centers - Appendix L of the State Operations Manual (SOM)
  • https://www.cms.gov/Regulations-and-Guidance/Guidance/Manuals/downloads/som107ap_l_ambulatory.pdf
  • https://www.cms.gov/medicareprovider-enrollment-and-certificationsurveycertificationgeninfopolicy-and-memos-states-and/updated-guidance-ambulatory-surgical-centers-appendix-l-state-operations-manual-som
• Policy & Memos to States and Regions
  • CMS Quality Safety & Oversight memoranda, guidance, clarifications and instructions to State Survey Agencies and CMS Regional Offices.
  • https://www.cms.gov/Medicare/Provider-Enrollment-and-Certification/SurveyCertificationGenInfo/Policy-and-Memos-to-States-and-Regions

Other Resources from the ASC Podcast with John Goehle:

Visit the ASC Podcast with John Goehle Website

Books by John Goehle

• Get a copy of John’s most popular book - The Survey Guide - A Guide to the CMS Conditions for Coverage & Interpretive Guidelines for Ambulatory Surgery Centers

On this Episode of the ASC Podcast with John Goehle we discuss the latest news, review some of our recent virtual conferences and announce upcoming conferences. In our focus segment we discuss the anesthesia crisis in Ambulatory Surgery Centers with a lawyer who talked to us about legal and contract issues and we also interviewed two nurses who provided some practical suggestions to deal with the current situation.

This episode is sponsored by Surgical Information Systems, triValence and  Ambulatory Healthcare Strategies.

Notes and Resources from this Episode:

• AORN Cyber week sale November 20-27th. 
  • They have 40% off membership and discounts on their books
  • Visit http://aorn.org
• Workplace Bullying (article in Becker’s Clinical Leadership Newsletter)
  • https://www.beckershospitalreview.com/workforce/why-nurse-bullying-is-still-on-the-rise.html?origin=QualityE&utm_source=QualityE&utm_medium=email&utm_content=newsletter&oly_enc_id=1505B8452478G3V
• Chronic drug shortages stress hospitals and patients  (Per NPR)
  • https://www.npr.org/sections/health-shots/2023/11/02/1210196701/chronic-drug-shortages-stress-hospitals-and-patients
• Former Nurse Ordered to Prison for Stealing Fentanyl (as reported in TC Palm)
  • https://www.tcpalm.com/story/news/crime/martin-county/2023/06/27/federal-judge-sentenced-ex-nurse-for-stealing-drugs-at-surgery-center/70358374007/

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ASC Central, a sister site to http://ascpodcast.com provides a link to all of our bootcamps, educational programs and membership programs!

http://asc-central.com

Join one of our Membership Programs!

• • Our Patron Program:
    • Patron Members of the ASC Podcast with John Goehle have access to ASC Central - an exclusive membership website that provides a one-stop  ASC Regulatory and Accreditation Compliance, Operations and Financial Management resource for busy Administrators, nurse managers and business office managers. 
    • More information and Become Member

• The ASC-Central Premium Access Program

• • A Premium Resource for Ambulatory Surgery Centers including access to bootcamps, education programs and private sessions
  • More Information and Become a Premium Access Program Members Today!

Important Resources for ASCs:

• Conditions for Coverage:

• https://www.ecfr.gov/cgi-bin/text-idx?c=ecfr&rgn=div5&view=text&node=42:3.0.1.1.3&idno=42#se42.3.416_150

• Infection Control Survey Tool (Used by Surveyors for Infection Control)
  • https://www.cms.gov/Regulations-and-Guidance/Guidance/Manuals/downloads/som107_exhibit_351.pdf
• Updated Guidance for Ambulatory Surgical Centers - Appendix L of the State Operations Manual (SOM)
  • https://www.cms.gov/Regulations-and-Guidance/Guidance/Manuals/downloads/som107ap_l_ambulatory.pdf
  • https://www.cms.gov/medicareprovider-enrollment-and-certificationsurveycertificationgeninfopolicy-and-memos-states-and/updated-guidance-ambulatory-surgical-centers-appendix-l-state-operations-manual-som
• Policy & Memos to States and Regions
  • CMS Quality Safety & Oversight memoranda, guidance, clarifications and instructions to State Survey Agencies and CMS Regional Offices.
  • https://www.cms.gov/Medicare/Provider-Enrollment-and-Certification/SurveyCertificationGenInfo/Policy-and-Memos-to-States-and-Regions

Other Resources from the ASC Podcast with John Goehle:

Visit the ASC Podcast with John Goehle Website

Books by John Goehle

• Get a copy of John’s most popular book - The Survey Guide - A Guide to the CMS Conditions for Coverage & Interpretive Guidelines for Ambulatory Surgery Centers 

On this Special Episode of the ASC Podcast with John Goehle, we visit the Washington Ambulatory Surgery Center Association’s 2023 Annual Education Conference & Trade Show at the Tulalip Resort and Spa in Tulalip Washington.  We discuss some of the sessions and meet with representatives from the association to discuss their activities.

This episode is sponsored by Surgical Information Systems, triValence and  Ambulatory Healthcare Strategies.

Notes and Resources from this Episode:

Washington Ambulatory Surgery Center Association:

• https://wasca.net/

Become a Members of WASCA:

• https://wasca.net/join/benefits-of-membership/

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INFORMATION ABOUT THE ASC PODCAST WITH JOHN GOEHLE

ASC Central, a sister site to http://ascpodcast.com provides a link to all of our bootcamps, educational programs and membership programs!

http://asc-central.com

Join one of our Membership Programs!

• • Our Patron Program:
    • Patron Members of the ASC Podcast with John Goehle have access to ASC Central - an exclusive membership website that provides a one-stop  ASC Regulatory and Accreditation Compliance, Operations and Financial Management resource for busy Administrators, nurse managers and business office managers. 
    • More information and Become Member

• The ASC-Central Premium Access Program

• • A Premium Resource for Ambulatory Surgery Centers including access to bootcamps, education programs and private sessions
  • More Information and Become a Premium Access Program Members Today!

Important Resources for ASCs:

• Conditions for Coverage:

• https://www.ecfr.gov/cgi-bin/text-idx?c=ecfr&rgn=div5&view=text&node=42:3.0.1.1.3&idno=42#se42.3.416_150

• Infection Control Survey Tool (Used by Surveyors for Infection Control)
  • https://www.cms.gov/Regulations-and-Guidance/Guidance/Manuals/downloads/som107_exhibit_351.pdf
• Updated Guidance for Ambulatory Surgical Centers - Appendix L of the State Operations Manual (SOM)
  • https://www.cms.gov/Regulations-and-Guidance/Guidance/Manuals/downloads/som107ap_l_ambulatory.pdf
  • https://www.cms.gov/medicareprovider-enrollment-and-certificationsurveycertificationgeninfopolicy-and-memos-states-and/updated-guidance-ambulatory-surgical-centers-appendix-l-state-operations-manual-som
• Policy & Memos to States and Regions
  • CMS Quality Safety & Oversight memoranda, guidance, clarifications and instructions to State Survey Agencies and CMS Regional Offices.
  • https://www.cms.gov/Medicare/Provider-Enrollment-and-Certification/SurveyCertificationGenInfo/Policy-and-Memos-to-States-and-Regions

Other Resources from the ASC Podcast with John Goehle:

Visit the ASC Podcast with John Goehle Website

Books by John Goehle

• Get a copy of John’s most popular book - The Survey Guide - A Guide to the CMS Conditions for Coverage & Interpretive Guidelines for Ambulatory Surgery Centers 

On this Episode of the ASC Podcast with John Goehle, we discuss the latest news including the Final 2024 CMS Payment Rule for ASCs and focus on the regulations related to Pharmaceutical Services and we interview pharmacist John Karwoski regarding diversion.

This episode is sponsored by Surgical Information Systems, triValence and  Ambulatory Healthcare Strategies.

Notes and Resources from this Episode:

Joint Commission Report - Preserving patient safety after a cyberattack

• https://www.jointcommission.org/-/media/tjc/newsletters/sea-67-Cybersecurity-7-26-23-final.pdf

Joint Commission Report - Wrong Site Surgery:

• https://www.beckershospitalreview.com/patient-safety-outcomes/joint-commission-study-explores-wrong-site-surgery-risk-factors-trends.html

2024 CMS HOPD/ASC Final Paymenbt Rule:

• https://www.cms.gov/medicare/payment/prospective-payment-systems/ambulatory-surgical-center-asc/asc-regulations-and/cms-1786-fc

John Karwowski, (JDJ Consulting):

• https://www.jdjconsulting.net/

INFORMATION ABOUT THE ASC PODCAST WITH JOHN GOEHLE

ASC Central, a sister site to http://ascpodcast.com provides a link to all of our bootcamps, educational programs and membership programs!

http://asc-central.com

Join one of our Membership Programs!

• Our Patron Program:
  • Patron Members of the ASC Podcast with John Goehle have access to ASC Central - an exclusive membership website that provides a one-stop  ASC Regulatory and Accreditation Compliance, Operations and Financial Management resource for busy Administrators, nurse managers and business office managers. 
  • More information and Become Member

• The ASC-Central Premium Access Program

• • A Premium Resource for Ambulatory Surgery Centers including access to bootcamps, education programs and private sessions
  • More Information and Become a Premium Access Program Members Today!

Important Resources for ASCs:

• Conditions for Coverage:

• • https://www.ecfr.gov/cgi-bin/text-idx?c=ecfr&rgn=div5&view=text&node=42:3.0.1.1.3&idno=42#se42.3.416_150

• Infection Control Survey Tool (Used by Surveyors for Infection Control)
  • https://www.cms.gov/Regulations-and-Guidance/Guidance/Manuals/downloads/som107_exhibit_351.pdf
• Updated Guidance for Ambulatory Surgical Centers - Appendix L of the State Operations Manual (SOM)
  • https://www.cms.gov/Regulations-and-Guidance/Guidance/Manuals/downloads/som107ap_l_ambulatory.pdf
  • https://www.cms.gov/medicareprovider-enrollment-and-certificationsurveycertificationgeninfopolicy-and-memos-states-and/updated-guidance-ambulatory-surgical-centers-appendix-l-state-operations-manual-som
• Policy & Memos to States and Regions
  • CMS Quality Safety & Oversight memoranda, guidance, clarifications and instructions to State Survey Agencies and CMS Regional Offices.
  • https://www.cms.gov/Medicare/Provider-Enrollment-and-Certification/SurveyCertificationGenInfo/Policy-and-Memos-to-States-and-Regions

Other Resources from the ASC Podcast with John Goehle:

Visit the ASC Podcast with John Goehle Website

Books by John Goehle

• Get a copy of John’s most popular book - The Survey Guide - A Guide to the CMS Conditions for Coverage & Interpretive Guidelines for Ambulatory Surgery Centers 

On this Episode of the ASC Podcast with John Goehle, we visit the final quarterly meeting for 2023 for the New Jersey Association of Ambulatory Surgery Centers in Kenilworth New Jersey, meet with association leadership to discuss their activities and the benefits of membership and interviewed two of the speakers about the anesthesia crisis and how their center has adapted.

This episode is sponsored by Surgical Information Systems, triValence and  Ambulatory Healthcare Strategies.

Notes and Resources from this Episode:

New Jersey Association of Ambulatory Surgery Center Website

• https://njaasc.org/

Become a Member of the New Jersey Association:

• https://njaasc.org/Join-us

Visit the New ASC Central Website!

INFORMATION ABOUT THE ASC PODCAST WITH JOHN GOEHLE

ASC Central, a sister site to http://ascpodcast.com provides a link to all of our bootcamps, educational programs and membership programs!

http://asc-central.com

Join one of our Membership Programs!

• Our Patron Program:
  • Patron Members of the ASC Podcast with John Goehle have access to ASC Central - an exclusive membership website that provides a one-stop  ASC Regulatory and Accreditation Compliance, Operations and Financial Management resource for busy Administrators, nurse managers and business office managers. 
  • More information and Become Member
• The ASC-Central Premium Access Program

• • A Premium Resource for Ambulatory Surgery Centers including access to bootcamps, education programs and private sessions
  • More Information and Become a Premium Access Program Members Today!

Important Resources for ASCs:

• Conditions for Coverage:

• https://www.ecfr.gov/cgi-bin/text-idx?c=ecfr&rgn=div5&view=text&node=42:3.0.1.1.3&idno=42#se42.3.416_150

• Infection Control Survey Tool (Used by Surveyors for Infection Control)
  • https://www.cms.gov/Regulations-and-Guidance/Guidance/Manuals/downloads/som107_exhibit_351.pdf
• Updated Guidance for Ambulatory Surgical Centers - Appendix L of the State Operations Manual (SOM)
  • https://www.cms.gov/Regulations-and-Guidance/Guidance/Manuals/downloads/som107ap_l_ambulatory.pdf
  • https://www.cms.gov/medicareprovider-enrollment-and-certificationsurveycertificationgeninfopolicy-and-memos-states-and/updated-guidance-ambulatory-surgical-centers-appendix-l-state-operations-manual-som
• Policy & Memos to States and Regions
  • CMS Quality Safety & Oversight memoranda, guidance, clarifications and instructions to State Survey Agencies and CMS Regional Offices.
  • https://www.cms.gov/Medicare/Provider-Enrollment-and-Certification/SurveyCertificationGenInfo/Policy-and-Memos-to-States-and-Regions

Other Resources from the ASC Podcast with John Goehle:

Visit the ASC Podcast with John Goehle Website

Books by John Goehle

• Get a copy of John’s most popular book - The Survey Guide - A Guide to the CMS Conditions for Coverage & Interpretive Guidelines for Ambulatory Surgery Centers 

On this Episode of the ASC Podcast with John Goehle, we provide the latest news and information in the ASC Industry, review recent survey experiences, discuss Accreditation Trends and discuss the latest news from Quad A with it’s CEO Tom Terranova. 

This episode is sponsored by Surgical Information Systems, triValence and  Ambulatory Healthcare Strategies.

Notes and Resources from this Episode:

• ASC Quality – Tips and Toolkits Resource:

• • • https://www.ascquality.org/advancingascquality

• Reporting Theft/Loss of Controlled Substances:

• • • https://www.deadiversion.usdoj.gov/21cfr_reports/theft/

• A Nose for Reducing SSIs (Article on Outpatient Surgery - October)

• • • https://www.aorn.org/outpatient-surgery/the-magazine/article/a-nose-for-reducing-ssis
    • Subscribe to Outpatient Surgery Magazine: https://osmapp.aorn.org/Account/Login?ReturnUrl=%2Faccount%2Fsubscription
    • OR Excellence: https://www.aorn.org/or-excellence

• Quad A - Website:

• • https://www.quada.org/

Visit the New ASC Central Website!

ASC Central, a sister site to http://ascpodcast.com that provides a link to all of our bootcamps, educational programs and membership programs!

http://asc-central.com

INFORMATION ABOUT THE ASC PODCAST WITH JOHN GOEHLE

Join one of our Membership Programs!

• Our Patron Program:
  • Patron Members of the ASC Podcast with John Goehle have access to ASC Central - an exclusive membership website that provides a one-stop  ASC Regulatory and Accreditation Compliance, Operations and Financial Management resource for busy Administrators, nurse managers and business office managers. 
  • More information and Become Member
• The ASC-Central Premium Access Program

• • A Premium Resource for Ambulatory Surgery Centers including access to bootcamps, education programs and private sessions
  • More Information and Become a Premium Access Program Members Today!

Important Resources for ASCs:

• Conditions for Coverage:

• • https://www.ecfr.gov/cgi-bin/text-idx?c=ecfr&rgn=div5&view=text&node=42:3.0.1.1.3&idno=42#se42.3.416_150

• Infection Control Survey Tool (Used by Surveyors for Infection Control)
  • https://www.cms.gov/Regulations-and-Guidance/Guidance/Manuals/downloads/som107_exhibit_351.pdf
• Updated Guidance for Ambulatory Surgical Centers - Appendix L of the State Operations Manual (SOM)
  • https://www.cms.gov/Regulations-and-Guidance/Guidance/Manuals/downloads/som107ap_l_ambulatory.pdf
  • https://www.cms.gov/medicareprovider-enrollment-and-certificationsurveycertificationgeninfopolicy-and-memos-states-and/updated-guidance-ambulatory-surgical-centers-appendix-l-state-operations-manual-som
• Policy & Memos to States and Regions
  • CMS Quality Safety & Oversight memoranda, guidance, clarifications and instructions to State Survey Agencies and CMS Regional Offices.
  • https://www.cms.gov/Medicare/Provider-Enrollment-and-Certification/SurveyCertificationGenInfo/Policy-and-Memos-to-States-and-Regions

Other Resources from the ASC Podcast with John Goehle:

Visit the ASC Podcast with John Goehle Website

Books by John Goehle

• Get a copy of John’s most popular book - The Survey Guide - A Guide to the CMS Conditions for Coverage & Interpretive Guidelines for Ambulatory Surgery Centers 

On this Special Episode of the ASC Podcast with John Goehle,  we visit the New York State Association of ASCs  2023 Annual Conference held October 4 -6, 2023 in Albany New York and interview various speakers and the leadership of the association.  

This episode is sponsored by Surgical Information Systems, triValence and  Ambulatory Healthcare Strategies.

Notes and Resources from this Episode:

Information on the New York State Association of ASCs:

• Website:  http://nysaasc.org
• Become a member of the Association: https://www.nysaasc.org/benefits-of-membership

INFORMATION ABOUT THE ASC PODCAST WITH JOHN GOEHLE

Join one of our Membership Programs!

• • Our Patron Program:
    • Patron Members of the ASC Podcast with John Goehle have access to ASC Central - an exclusive membership website that provides a one-stop  ASC Regulatory and Accreditation Compliance, Operations and Financial Management resource for busy Administrators, nurse managers and business office managers. 
    • More information and Become Member

• The ASC-Central Premium Access Program

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Important Resources for ASCs:

• Conditions for Coverage:

• https://www.ecfr.gov/cgi-bin/text-idx?c=ecfr&rgn=div5&view=text&node=42:3.0.1.1.3&idno=42#se42.3.416_150

• Infection Control Survey Tool (Used by Surveyors for Infection Control)
  • https://www.cms.gov/Regulations-and-Guidance/Guidance/Manuals/downloads/som107_exhibit_351.pdf
• Updated Guidance for Ambulatory Surgical Centers - Appendix L of the State Operations Manual (SOM)
  • https://www.cms.gov/Regulations-and-Guidance/Guidance/Manuals/downloads/som107ap_l_ambulatory.pdf
  • https://www.cms.gov/medicareprovider-enrollment-and-certificationsurveycertificationgeninfopolicy-and-memos-states-and/updated-guidance-ambulatory-surgical-centers-appendix-l-state-operations-manual-som
• Policy & Memos to States and Regions
  • CMS Quality Safety & Oversight memoranda, guidance, clarifications and instructions to State Survey Agencies and CMS Regional Offices.
  • https://www.cms.gov/Medicare/Provider-Enrollment-and-Certification/SurveyCertificationGenInfo/Policy-and-Memos-to-States-and-Regions

Other Resources from the ASC Podcast with John Goehle:

Visit the ASC Podcast with John Goehle Website

Books by John Goehle

• Get a copy of John’s most popular book - The Survey Guide - A Guide to the CMS Conditions for Coverage & Interpretive Guidelines for Ambulatory Surgery Centers 

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On this Special Episode of the ASC Podcast with John Goehle,  we visit the New York State Association of ASCs  2023 Annual Conference held October 4 -6, 2023 in Albany New York and interview various speakers and the leadership of the association.  

This episode is sponsored by Surgical Information Systems, triValence and  Ambulatory Healthcare Strategies.

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On this episode of the ASC Podcast with John Goehle, we discuss the latest news, review the rising crisis in Anesthesia in ASCs and the supervision of CRNAs, discuss the concerns about the role of Private Equity in the Anesthesia Crisis, Celebrate Sterile Processing Week and in our focus segment, for Cybersecurity Awareness Month discuss Cybersecurity with Paul Alcock from Surgical Information Systems. 

This episode is sponsored by Surgical Information Systems.

Notes and Resources from this Episode:

Abbott Medical Recall of Proclaim Spinal Cord Stimulators

• https://www.fda.gov/medical-devices/medical-device-recalls/abbott-medical-recalls-proclaim-and-infinity-ipgs-inability-exit-magnetic-resonance-imaging-mri-mode

Texas ASC Operator to Settle False Claims Allegation

• Beckers ASC review on September 14th 2023
• https://www.beckersasc.com/asc-news/asc-operator-to-pay-8-9m-to-settle-false-claims-allegations.html?origin=ASCE&utm_source=ASCE&utm_medium=email&utm_content=newsletter&oly_enc_id=5567B4088734C3Z

FTC Challenges Private Equity Firms (suppressing competition in the anesthesia market)

• https://www.ftc.gov/news-events/news/press-releases/2023/09/ftc-challenges-private-equity-firms-scheme-suppress-competition-anesthesiology-practices-across

California Medical Association reported in April 2023 that Contracted Physicians with Anthem California will be required to maintain privileges with at least one participating ASC

• https://www.cmadocs.org/newsroom/news/view/ArticleId/50123/Anthem-Blue-Cross-to-require-in-network-ambulatory-surgical-center-privileges

Focus Segment - Cyber Security Month with Paul Alcock

• Surgical Information Systems (http://sisfirst.com)

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• • https://www.ecfr.gov/cgi-bin/text-idx?c=ecfr&rgn=div5&view=text&node=42:3.0.1.1.3&idno=42#se42.3.416_150

• Infection Control Survey Tool (Used by Surveyors for Infection Control)
  • https://www.cms.gov/Regulations-and-Guidance/Guidance/Manuals/downloads/som107_exhibit_351.pdf
• Updated Guidance for Ambulatory Surgical Centers - Appendix L of the State Operations Manual (SOM)
  • https://www.cms.gov/Regulations-and-Guidance/Guidance/Manuals/downloads/som107ap_l_ambulatory.pdf
  • https://www.cms.gov/medicareprovider-enrollment-and-certificationsurveycertificationgeninfopolicy-and-memos-states-and/updated-guidance-ambulatory-surgical-centers-appendix-l-state-operations-manual-som
• Policy & Memos to States and Regions
  • CMS Quality Safety & Oversight memoranda, guidance, clarifications and instructions to State Survey Agencies and CMS Regional Offices.
  • https://www.cms.gov/Medicare/Provider-Enrollment-and-Certification/SurveyCertificationGenInfo/Policy-and-Memos-to-States-and-Regions

Other Resources from the ASC Podcast with John Goehle:

Visit the ASC Podcast with John Goehle Website

Books by John Goehle

• Get a copy of John’s most popular book - The Survey Guide - A Guide to the CMS Conditions for Coverage & Interpretive Guidelines for Ambulatory Surgery Centers 

On this episode of the ASC Podcast with John Goehle, we discuss the latest news and recent survey experiences including a discussion on dealing with a rude surveyor, and we celebrate our 200th Episode with the staff of the Podcast and the Staff of Ambulatory Healthcare Strategies and discuss current issues in ASCs.

This episode is sponsored by Surgical Information Systems, triValence and  Ambulatory Healthcare Strategies.

Notes and Resources from this Episode:

Costs for Common Health Care Procedures Significantly Higher When Performed in Hospital Outpatient Departments

• https://www.bcbs.com/press-releases/costs-for-common-health-care-procedures-significantly-higher-when-performed-in-hospital-outpatient-departments

Is office-based surgery a harbinger of things to come for ophthalmology?

• https://www.ophthalmologytimes.com/view/is-office-based-surgery-a-harbinger-of-things-to-come-for-ophthalmology-

Article in Outpatient Surgery Magazine: The Essentials of Instrument Tray Management By: Casey Czarnowski, BA, CRCST, CSPDT, CIS, CER

• https://www.aorn.org/outpatient-surgery/article/the-essentials-of-instrument-tray-management

On this our 200th Episode, we want to thank all of our employees on the ASC Podcast with John Goehle and Ambulatory Healthcare Strategies:

• The ASC Podcast with John Goehle (www.ascpodcast.com)
• Ambulatory Healthcare Strategies (www.ah-strategies.com)
• Our Staff (that joined us for this podcast):
  • John J. Goehle
  • Sue Cronkite
  • Laurie Roderiques
  • Jim Masters
  • Alex Bornemann 
  • Jenna Alvarez
  • Judie D’Ambrosio
  • Mike D’Ambrosio
  • Amy Cronkite
  • Tony Lyons 
  • Laura Plummer
  • Mary O’Day
  • Zach Caloritis
  • Cathy Foti
  • Donna Moccio
  • Christina Norman

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• • A Premium Resource for Ambulatory Surgery Centers including access to bootcamps, education programs and private sessions
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Important Resources for ASCs:

• Conditions for Coverage:

• https://www.ecfr.gov/cgi-bin/text-idx?c=ecfr&rgn=div5&view=text&node=42:3.0.1.1.3&idno=42#se42.3.416_150

• Infection Control Survey Tool (Used by Surveyors for Infection Control)
  • https://www.cms.gov/Regulations-and-Guidance/Guidance/Manuals/downloads/som107_exhibit_351.pdf
• Updated Guidance for Ambulatory Surgical Centers - Appendix L of the State Operations Manual (SOM)
  • https://www.cms.gov/Regulations-and-Guidance/Guidance/Manuals/downloads/som107ap_l_ambulatory.pdf
  • https://www.cms.gov/medicareprovider-enrollment-and-certificationsurveycertificationgeninfopolicy-and-memos-states-and/updated-guidance-ambulatory-surgical-centers-appendix-l-state-operations-manual-som
• Policy & Memos to States and Regions
  • CMS Quality Safety & Oversight memoranda, guidance, clarifications and instructions to State Survey Agencies and CMS Regional Offices.
  • https://www.cms.gov/Medicare/Provider-Enrollment-and-Certification/SurveyCertificationGenInfo/Policy-and-Memos-to-States-and-Regions

Other Resources from the ASC Podcast with John Goehle:

Visit the ASC Podcast with John Goehle Website

Books by John Goehle

• Get a copy of John’s most popular book - The Survey Guide - A Guide to the CMS Conditions for Coverage & Interpretive Guidelines for Ambulatory Surgery Centers 

On this episode of the ASC Podcast with John Goehle we visit the Ohio Association of Ambulatory Surgery Centers Annual meeting in Columbus Ohio, interview some of the speakers and exhibitors and speak with the association leadership about the conference and the value of the state association. 

This episode is sponsored by Surgical Information Systems, triValence and  Ambulatory Healthcare Strategies.

Notes and Resources from this Episode:

Join the Ohio Association of of Ambulatory Surgery Centers:

• http://www.oaasc.net/aws/OAASC/pt/sp/join

Contacts for Speakers:

• Heidi Moss (Executive Director of OAASC) - sam@oaasc.net
• Daren Smith (SIS) - DSmith@sisfirst.com
• Eric Plinke (Dinsmore & Shohl LLP) - eric.plinke@dinsmore.com
• Kara Newbury (ASCA) - knewbury@ascassociation.org
• Laurie Boisclair (Transworld Systems) - laurie.boisclair@transworldsystems.com
• Sarah Paul (Board Chair for OAASC)

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• The ASC-Central Premium Access Program

• • A Premium Resource for Ambulatory Surgery Centers including access to bootcamps, education programs and private sessions
  • More Information and Become a Premium Access Program Members Today!

Important Resources for ASCs:

• Conditions for Coverage:

• • https://www.ecfr.gov/cgi-bin/text-idx?c=ecfr&rgn=div5&view=text&node=42:3.0.1.1.3&idno=42#se42.3.416_150

• Infection Control Survey Tool (Used by Surveyors for Infection Control)
  • https://www.cms.gov/Regulations-and-Guidance/Guidance/Manuals/downloads/som107_exhibit_351.pdf
• Updated Guidance for Ambulatory Surgical Centers - Appendix L of the State Operations Manual (SOM)
  • https://www.cms.gov/Regulations-and-Guidance/Guidance/Manuals/downloads/som107ap_l_ambulatory.pdf
  • https://www.cms.gov/medicareprovider-enrollment-and-certificationsurveycertificationgeninfopolicy-and-memos-states-and/updated-guidance-ambulatory-surgical-centers-appendix-l-state-operations-manual-som
• Policy & Memos to States and Regions
  • CMS Quality Safety & Oversight memoranda, guidance, clarifications and instructions to State Survey Agencies and CMS Regional Offices.
  • https://www.cms.gov/Medicare/Provider-Enrollment-and-Certification/SurveyCertificationGenInfo/Policy-and-Memos-to-States-and-Regions

Other Resources from the ASC Podcast with John Goehle:

Visit the ASC Podcast with John Goehle Website

Books by John Goehle

• Get a copy of John’s most popular book - The Survey Guide - A Guide to the CMS Conditions for Coverage & Interpretive Guidelines for Ambulatory Surgery Centers 

In this Episode of the ASC Podcast with John Goehle recorded live from ASCA 2025 in Denver Colorado the staff of Ambulatory Healthcare Strategies and the Podcast, and some of our clients and listeners sit down before the conference started to talk about the challenges we are facing and what we hope to hear while we are at ASCA 2025.  

This episode is sponsored by Surgical Information Systems, RFX Solutions, Medserve and  Ambulatory Healthcare Strategies.

Notes and Resources from this Episode:

• ASCA 2025:

• • https://www.ascassociation.org/annualconference/home
• ASC Central
  • http://conferences.asc-central.com

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Important Resources for ASCs:

• Conditions for Coverage:

• https://www.ecfr.gov/cgi-bin/text-idx?c=ecfr&rgn=div5&view=text&node=42:3.0.1.1.3&idno=42#se42.3.416_150

• Infection Control Survey Tool (Used by Surveyors for Infection Control)
  • https://www.cms.gov/Regulations-and-Guidance/Guidance/Manuals/downloads/som107_exhibit_351.pdf
• Updated Guidance for Ambulatory Surgical Centers - Appendix L of the State Operations Manual (SOM)
  • https://www.cms.gov/Regulations-and-Guidance/Guidance/Manuals/downloads/som107ap_l_ambulatory.pdf
  • https://www.cms.gov/medicareprovider-enrollment-and-certificationsurveycertificationgeninfopolicy-and-memos-states-and/updated-guidance-ambulatory-surgical-centers-appendix-l-state-operations-manual-som
• Policy & Memos to States and Regions
  • CMS Quality Safety & Oversight memoranda, guidance, clarifications and instructions to State Survey Agencies and CMS Regional Offices.
  • https://www.cms.gov/Medicare/Provider-Enrollment-and-Certification/SurveyCertificationGenInfo/Policy-and-Memos-to-States-and-Regions

Other Resources from the ASC Podcast with John Goehle:

Visit the ASC Podcast with John Goehle Website

Books by John Goehle

• Get a copy of John’s most popular book - The Survey Guide - A Guide to the CMS Conditions for Coverage & Interpretive Guidelines for Ambulatory Surgery Centers 

On this episode of the ASC Podcast with John Goehle we discuss the latest news in the ASC Industry, Review requirements for patients to go home with a responsible Adult, discuss HIPAA Issues related to AI Assistants like Siri and Alexa, Review recent discussions related to Site Neutral Payments and in our Focus Segment, discuss Payment Cycle Controls and Fraud and Abuse with Alex Pirotta of triValence.

This episode is sponsored by triValence.

Notes and Resources from this Episode:

Impact of Possible government shutdown:

• https://www.crfb.org/papers/government-shutdowns-qa-everything-you-should-know#whatservicesaffected

AI (Alexa and Siri) and HIPAA:

• https://news.northeastern.edu/2020/07/14/are-alexa-siri-and-cortana-recording-your-private-conversations/

Pain Awareness Month:

• https://www.facs.org/for-medical-professionals/news-publications/news-and-articles/press-releases/2023/three-tips-for-managing-pain-after-surgery/

AHA Response to Site Neutral Payments:

• https://www.aha.org/news/headline/2023-08-02-aha-letter-editor-site-neutral-payment-policies-fail-account-site-differences

triValence:

• Alex Pirrotta - alex.pirrotta@trivalence.com
• https://www.trivalence.com/

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Important Resources for ASCs:

• Conditions for Coverage:

• • https://www.ecfr.gov/cgi-bin/text-idx?c=ecfr&rgn=div5&view=text&node=42:3.0.1.1.3&idno=42#se42.3.416_150

• Infection Control Survey Tool (Used by Surveyors for Infection Control)
  • https://www.cms.gov/Regulations-and-Guidance/Guidance/Manuals/downloads/som107_exhibit_351.pdf
• Updated Guidance for Ambulatory Surgical Centers - Appendix L of the State Operations Manual (SOM)
  • https://www.cms.gov/Regulations-and-Guidance/Guidance/Manuals/downloads/som107ap_l_ambulatory.pdf
  • https://www.cms.gov/medicareprovider-enrollment-and-certificationsurveycertificationgeninfopolicy-and-memos-states-and/updated-guidance-ambulatory-surgical-centers-appendix-l-state-operations-manual-som
• Policy & Memos to States and Regions
  • CMS Quality Safety & Oversight memoranda, guidance, clarifications and instructions to State Survey Agencies and CMS Regional Offices.
  • https://www.cms.gov/Medicare/Provider-Enrollment-and-Certification/SurveyCertificationGenInfo/Policy-and-Memos-to-States-and-Regions

Other Resources from the ASC Podcast with John Goehle:

Visit the ASC Podcast with John Goehle Website

Books by John Goehle

• Get a copy of John’s most popular book - The Survey Guide - A Guide to the CMS Conditions for Coverage & Interpretive Guidelines for Ambulatory Surgery Centers 

On this episode of the ASC Podcast with John Goehle we discuss the latest news in the ASC Industry,  Review takeaways from the Illinois State Association Meeting and in our focus segment, review the requirements for Credentialing and Privileging providers. 

This episode is sponsored by Surgical Information Systems, triValence and  Ambulatory Healthcare Strategies.

Notes and Resources from this Episode:

DHHS is investing more than 100 million dollars to address the nursing shortage.

• https://www.hhs.gov/about/news/2023/08/10/biden-harris-administration-announces-100-million-grow-nursing-workforce.html

 ASA guidelines on GLP 1 receptor agonists

• https://www.asahq.org/about-asa/newsroom/news-releases/2023/06/american-society-of-anesthesiologists-consensus-based-guidance-on-preoperative

Credentialing:

1. Watch our On-Demand Credentialing training program available for rent at: 
   1. https://vimeo.com/ondemand/credentialing
2. Access the AMA database at  https://profiles.ama-assn.org/amaprofiles/  They provide primary source verification for physicians (ie. not CRNA's, Podiatrists, Dentists).  
3. For Podiatrists, access the American Board of Podiatric Medicine at https://www.abpmed.org/pages/credentialers/verification where you can perform primary source verification.  
4. For CRNAs, access the national board at: https://portal.nbcrna.com/credential-verification to perform primary source verification.  
5. Go to the National Practitioner Data Bank at:   http://www.npdb-hipdb.hrsa.gov/.  
6. Check the Medicare Excluded individuals database at:  http://exclusions.oig.hhs.gov/ to make sure the practitioner has not been excluded from the Medicare program.  
7. To Verify DEA directly go to this website: https://apps.deadiversion.usdoj.gov/webforms2/spring/validationLogin?execution=e1s1

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• • A Premium Resource for Ambulatory Surgery Centers including access to bootcamps, education programs and private sessions
  • More Information and Become a Premium Access Program Members Today!

Important Resources for ASCs:

• Conditions for Coverage:

• https://www.ecfr.gov/cgi-bin/text-idx?c=ecfr&rgn=div5&view=text&node=42:3.0.1.1.3&idno=42#se42.3.416_150

• Infection Control Survey Tool (Used by Surveyors for Infection Control)
  • https://www.cms.gov/Regulations-and-Guidance/Guidance/Manuals/downloads/som107_exhibit_351.pdf
• Updated Guidance for Ambulatory Surgical Centers - Appendix L of the State Operations Manual (SOM)
  • https://www.cms.gov/Regulations-and-Guidance/Guidance/Manuals/downloads/som107ap_l_ambulatory.pdf
  • https://www.cms.gov/medicareprovider-enrollment-and-certificationsurveycertificationgeninfopolicy-and-memos-states-and/updated-guidance-ambulatory-surgical-centers-appendix-l-state-operations-manual-som
• Policy & Memos to States and Regions
  • CMS Quality Safety & Oversight memoranda, guidance, clarifications and instructions to State Survey Agencies and CMS Regional Offices.
  • https://www.cms.gov/Medicare/Provider-Enrollment-and-Certification/SurveyCertificationGenInfo/Policy-and-Memos-to-States-and-Regions

Other Resources from the ASC Podcast with John Goehle:

Visit the ASC Podcast with John Goehle Website

Books by John Goehle

• Get a copy of John’s most popular book - The Survey Guide - A Guide to the CMS Conditions for Coverage & Interpretive Guidelines for Ambulatory Surgery Centers 

On this episode of the ASC Podcast with John Goehle we discuss the latest news in the ASC Industry,  Discuss the recent uptick in COVID cases and remind listeners of the return to work guidelines, discuss recent survey issues including the new Medicare Ombudsman link and the requirements for BLS, ACLS and PALS certifications. In our focus segment we discuss Outsourced Billing, Coding and Collections. 

This episode is sponsored by Surgical Information Systems

Notes and Resources from this Episode:

COVID-19 Uptick

• Link to CDC Return to work Guidance: 
  • https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/hcp/guidance-risk-assesment-hcp.html#:~:text=At%20least%207%20days%20have,of%20fever%2Dreducing%20medications%2C%20and

Anesthesia Shortage

• Some links for Anesthesia Shortage Articles:
  • https://www.beckersasc.com/anesthesia/the-major-shortage-plaguing-ascs.html
  • https://www.beckershospitalreview.com/workforce/beyond-survival-mode-best-practices-and-creative-ideas-for-coping-with-the-shortages-in-anesthesiology.html

Medicare Ombudsman:

• Link in the current Medicare Ombudsman Websites
  • https://www.cms.gov/center/special-topic/ombudsman/medicare-beneficiary-ombudsman-home

Outpatient Surgery Magazine

• https://www.aorn.org/outpatient-surgery/the-magazine/current-issue

Beckers ASC

• https://www.beckersasc.com/asc-news.html

Surgical Information Systems Outsourced Billing

• https://www.sisfirst.com/revenue-cycle-services
• Speaker: Jessica Nelson
  • Jessica.Nelson@sisfirst.com

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  • More information and Become Member

• The ASC-Central Premium Access Program

• • A Premium Resource for Ambulatory Surgery Centers including access to bootcamps, education programs and private sessions
  • More Information and Become a Premium Access Program Members Today!

Important Resources for ASCs:

• Conditions for Coverage:

• • https://www.ecfr.gov/cgi-bin/text-idx?c=ecfr&rgn=div5&view=text&node=42:3.0.1.1.3&idno=42#se42.3.416_150

• Infection Control Survey Tool (Used by Surveyors for Infection Control)
  • https://www.cms.gov/Regulations-and-Guidance/Guidance/Manuals/downloads/som107_exhibit_351.pdf
• Updated Guidance for Ambulatory Surgical Centers - Appendix L of the State Operations Manual (SOM)
  • https://www.cms.gov/Regulations-and-Guidance/Guidance/Manuals/downloads/som107ap_l_ambulatory.pdf
  • https://www.cms.gov/medicareprovider-enrollment-and-certificationsurveycertificationgeninfopolicy-and-memos-states-and/updated-guidance-ambulatory-surgical-centers-appendix-l-state-operations-manual-som
• Policy & Memos to States and Regions
  • CMS Quality Safety & Oversight memoranda, guidance, clarifications and instructions to State Survey Agencies and CMS Regional Offices.
  • https://www.cms.gov/Medicare/Provider-Enrollment-and-Certification/SurveyCertificationGenInfo/Policy-and-Memos-to-States-and-Regions

Other Resources from the ASC Podcast with John Goehle:

Visit the ASC Podcast with John Goehle Website

Books by John Goehle

• Get a copy of John’s most popular book - The Survey Guide - A Guide to the CMS Conditions for Coverage & Interpretive Guidelines for Ambulatory Surgery Centers 

On this episode of the ASC Podcast with John Goehle we discuss the latest news in the ASC Industry, Review the August 5th Effective date of the expiration of the COVID 19 Vaccination Mandate, Celebrate National ASC Month and in our Focus Segment, Interview Therese Gopaul-Robinson about her presentation “ Lost: Leading when the destination is Unclear” during the New Jersey ASC Association Annual Conference in April.  

This episode is sponsored by Surgical Information Systems, triValence and Ambulatory Healthcare Strategies.

Notes and Resources from this Episode:

QSO-23-02-ALL

• https://www.cms.gov/medicareprovider-enrollment-and-certificationsurveycertificationgeninfopolicy-and-memos-states-and/revised-guidance-staff-vaccination-requirements

• https://www.anesthesiologynews.com/Clinical-Anesthesiology/Article/01-23/How-Do-You-Identify-Patients-Appropriate-for-Ambulatory-Surgery/69076

NJ Woman Arrested for Practicing Medicine without a license:

• https://abc7ny.com/new-jersey-woman-arrested-ocean-county/13563514/

Artificial Intelligence Articles:

• https://www.foxnews.com/health/new-ai-ultrasound-tech-first-land-fda-approval-enhance-prenatal-care-better-health-outcomes?utm_campaign=KHN%3A%20First%20Edition&utm_medium=email&_hsmi=268883562&_hsenc=p2ANqtz-8hv-gQylmSxfg0IYQDJTJfqQg89_GTh_dXWHSR2_-7vwcCh4-LPRFis0X5G9SK68o9eLS9EdwkTENUNGLu2f-EZgWrzw&utm_content=268883562&utm_source=hs_email
• https://www.foxnews.com/health/ai-eye-growing-babies-could-predict-premature-birth-31-weeks
• https://www.foxnews.com/health/ai-babies-technology-helping-fertility-docs-choose-best-embryos-ivf

Unhappiest and Happiest Nursing Jobs 

• https://www.nursingprocess.org/unhappiest-and-happiest-nursing-jobs.html

Therese Gopaul-Robinson (Get a free Workbook):

• https://www.theresegr.com/

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Important Resources for ASCs:

• Conditions for Coverage:

• https://www.ecfr.gov/cgi-bin/text-idx?c=ecfr&rgn=div5&view=text&node=42:3.0.1.1.3&idno=42#se42.3.416_150

• Infection Control Survey Tool (Used by Surveyors for Infection Control)
  • https://www.cms.gov/Regulations-and-Guidance/Guidance/Manuals/downloads/som107_exhibit_351.pdf
• Updated Guidance for Ambulatory Surgical Centers - Appendix L of the State Operations Manual (SOM)
  • https://www.cms.gov/Regulations-and-Guidance/Guidance/Manuals/downloads/som107ap_l_ambulatory.pdf
  • https://www.cms.gov/medicareprovider-enrollment-and-certificationsurveycertificationgeninfopolicy-and-memos-states-and/updated-guidance-ambulatory-surgical-centers-appendix-l-state-operations-manual-som
• Policy & Memos to States and Regions
  • CMS Quality Safety & Oversight memoranda, guidance, clarifications and instructions to State Survey Agencies and CMS Regional Offices.
  • https://www.cms.gov/Medicare/Provider-Enrollment-and-Certification/SurveyCertificationGenInfo/Policy-and-Memos-to-States-and-Regions

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