Blockbuster transactions in the ambulatory surgery center (ASC) industry and health care sector could see more scrutiny moving forward. On Oct. 10, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) voted unanimously to issue new final rules that effectively make the pre-deal notification and regulatory review process more comprehensive. “The final rule implements changes that will improve the ability of the FTC and Antitrust Division of the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) to detect illegal mergers and … [Read more...]