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Top Ambulatory Surgery Center Trends for 2025

By Robert Holly | Jan. 14, 2025

From Standalone ASCs to Scalable Hybrids: Insights on Building for Growth and Innovation

By Shelby Grebbin | January 9th, 2025

Private Equity in ASCs: A Double-Edged Sword for Independence and Growth

By Shelby Grebbin | Jan. 7, 2025

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‘The Future of Cardiovascular Care’: Atlas Healthcare Partners, MedAxiom Announce Joint Venture Expansion

Atlas Healthcare Partners and MedAxiom on Wednesday announced an expansion of their MedAtlas CV joint venture. In doing so, the pair are doubling down on their focus on providing cardiovascular care within ambulatory surgery centers (ASCs).  This partnership combines Atlas’ experience in ASC development and management with MedAxiom’s expertise in cardiovascular care, Aric Burke, president…

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‘The Future of Cardiovascular Care’: Atlas Healthcare Partners, MedAxiom Announce Joint Venture Expansion

Atlas Healthcare Partners and MedAxiom on Wednesday announced an expansion of their MedAtlas CV joint venture. In doing so, the pair are doubling down on their focus on providing cardiovascular care within ambulatory surgery centers (ASCs).  This partnership combines Atlas’ experience in ASC development and management with MedAxiom’s expertise in cardiovascular care, Aric Burke, president…

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ASC Dealbook: NYU Langone Buys Rothman Orthopaedics; Noble CMG Makes $8M Surgery Center Acquisition

NYU Langone adds to orthopedic care network NYU Langone Health has expanded its orthopedic care network with the acquisition of Rothman Orthopaedics of Greater New York. Financial terms of the deal were not disclosed. The move integrates three new practice locations into NYU Langone Orthopedics’ extensive outpatient system, further solidifying its reputation for excellence in…

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Top Ambulatory Surgery Center Trends for 2025

One of the most significant, sector-shaping trends in health care is the migration of care out of the traditional hospital and into lower-cost outpatient settings. Ambulatory surgery center (ASC) market growth reflects this idea. In light of this overarching theme of care shifting into non-traditional settings, the ASC industry has entered into a period of…

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From Tension to Teamwork: Strategies for Managing Anesthesia Challenges in ASCs

The anesthesiologist shortage will likely not end anytime soon. Yet for ambulatory surgery center (ASC) operators, there are fixes that can help keep their centers running smoothly, such as collaborating with anesthesia providers, balancing payer mixes and making sure operating rooms are functioning efficiently. “In the past, anesthesia, surgeons and surgery centers often had a…

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From Market Trends to Physician Engagement: Key Strategies for ASC Growth and Differentiation

Adding a new location or specialty to an ambulatory surgery center (ASC) can offer significant opportunities for growth, but it also requires careful planning and strategic execution. ASCs often compete with large health systems and hospitals, making differentiation critical.  “You could do a market trend [survey] that cardiovascular would probably be really good in Florida,…

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From Standalone ASCs to Scalable Hybrids: Insights on Building for Growth and Innovation

From standalone centers to hybrid models, patient-centered design, and the integration of new technology, ambulatory surgery center (ASC) design is transforming the way health care is delivered.  Ambulatory Surgery Center News connected with Camilla Moretti, principal at architecture firm HKS, which has designed over 5,800 large-scale health care projects across the globe, to talk about…

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Calling All ASC Professionals: Share Your Perspective on Industry Trends, Enter New Event Promo

As the health care landscape continues to evolve, ambulatory surgery centers (ASCs) are facing unprecedented challenges and opportunities. From shifting reimbursement models to advances in surgical technology, ASCs must navigate a dynamic environment to remain competitive, efficient and patient-focused. To explore these and other topics, Ambulatory Surgery Center News is officially launching our 2025 industry…

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Private Equity in ASCs: A Double-Edged Sword for Independence and Growth

The rise of private equity in ambulatory surgery centers (ASCs) has sparked intense discussion among industry leaders, as PE firms are increasingly investing in ASCs, largely due to the shift of complex procedures from hospitals to outpatient settings.  For operators who want to remain independent, and for those who have concerns about the impact of…

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Rapid Backlash Halts Kaiser’s Anesthesia Reimbursement Cuts: What It Means for ASCs

In November, Kaiser Permanente announced it would require specific modifiers to identify anesthesia providers for reimbursement under its Washington health plans, causing alarm for ambulatory surgery center (ASC) operators and stakeholders, many of whom are struggling amid a national anesthesiologist shortage.  Additionally, the reimbursement rate for QZ services performed by Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetists (CRNAs)…

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Top 10 Ambulatory Surgery Center News Stories from 2024

Last year was a pivotal year for the ambulatory surgery center (ASC) industry, marked by transformative trends, groundbreaking innovations and high-stakes decisions that reshaped the landscape. It was also an exciting year for us at Ambulatory Surgery Center News, as we launched in the summer of 2024 with a mission to deliver in-depth reporting and…

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