Ambulatory surgery centers (ASCs) are primed for growth, but this rising tide won’t lift all boats. Making the most of what promises to be a positive year for the sector will require disciplined planning, targeted investment, and a clear-eyed view of regulatory and reimbursement risk. This was the overarching message of a recent ASC News webinar focused on 2026 payment dynamics and growth strategies. “We’re going to grow, which is great; we just need to figure out how to do the … [Read more...]
Bone and Joint Institute Surgery Center CEO Geri Eaves on Tech, Talent and the Future of Outpatient Care
At the Bone and Joint Institute Surgery Center in Franklin, Tennessee, growth has remained steady despite post-COVID staffing hurdles and ongoing financial pressures. Geri Eaves, the center’s CEO and administrator, recently spoke with Ambulatory Surgery Center News about the shift toward higher-acuity orthopedic and spine cases, how her team navigated labor shortages without stipends, and why technology is at the center of her 2025 investment strategy. The conversation – edited for style, … [Read more...]