One of the largest health insurers in the nation is pushing a new out-of-network policy that could prove seriously challenging for ambulatory surgery centers (ASCs). Starting Jan. 1, 2026, Anthem will penalize hospitals, surgery centers and other facilities whenever those facilities use out-of-network providers for patients covered under Anthem commercial plans. In other words, the insurer is putting financial pressure on facilities to use only in-network resources, except in certain … [Read more...]