ASC Podcast with John Goehle

By John Goehle

A podcast for Freestanding Ambulatory Surgery Centers with Industry Leader John J. Goehle, MBA, CASC, CPA. Mr. Goehle is the author of 10 books about the ASC industry and a frequent speaker at indust... more

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November 20, 2025Episode 262 - Latest News, Information, 2025 Multi-State Virtual ASC Conference, and Interview with Katie Pierson about Survey Preparation - November 19, 2025
In this Episode of the ASC Podcast with John Goehle we discuss the latest news about the ASC Industry, prepare for the 2025 Multi-State Virtual ASC Conference on Thursday and Friday November 20-21, 2025 and in our focus segment discuss survey preparation and mock surveys with Katie Pierson with Ambulatory Healthcare Strategies.

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

Notes and Resources from this Episode:
ASC News Article by Shelby Grebbin About the importance of patient selection
https://ascnews.com/2025/08/as-the-surgical-shift-accelerates-ascs-must-sharpen-their-patient-selection-strategies/?spMailingID=166677&puid=3910766&E=3910766&utm_source=newsletter&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=166677
AAAHC Quality Roadmap Press Release
https://www.aaahc.org/uploads/2025/09/AAAHC_2025-Quality-Roadmap-Press-Release_FINAL.pdf
ACHC Top Citations
https://achc.org/top-asc-deficiencies-highlight-opportunities-for-improvement/
AORN Article about reducing first case start time delays:
https://www.aorn.org/article/reducing-first-case-start-time-delays

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
...more
40min
November 20, 2025Episode 261 - Special Episode - Live from the Colorado Ambulatory Surgery Center Association 2025 Annual Conference and Trade Show - November 14, 2025
In this Special Episode of the ASC Podcast with John Goehle recorded live from the Colorado Ambulatory Surgery Center Association 2025 Annual Conference and Trade Show in Golden, Colorado, we interview some of the attendees, 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, Medserve and Ambulatory Healthcare Strategies.

Notes and Resources from this Episode:
Link to the Colorado Ambulatory Surgery Center Association Website:
https://coloradoasc.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://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
...more
1h 20min
November 13, 2025Episode 260 - Special Episode - Live From the Washington Ambulatory Surgery Center Association Annual Education Conference in Tulalip WA - November 7, 2025
In this Special Episode of the ASC Podcast with John Goehle recorded live from the Washington Ambulatory Surgery Center Association Annual Education Conference in Tulalip WA 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, Medserve and Ambulatory Healthcare Strategies.

Notes and Resources from this Episode:
Washington Ambulatory Surgery Center Association Website:
https://wasca.net/
Membership Benefits:
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!
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
...more
1h 13min
November 04, 2025Episode 259 - Latest News, Information, Government Shutdown, AWS Impact and Focus on Cybersecurity with Paul Alcock - October 31, 2025
In this Episode of the ASC Podcast with John Goehle we discuss the latest news and information in the ASC Industry, discuss the effect of the Government Shutdown on CMS Surveys, review the recent Amazon Web Services issues and its impact on ASC Computer Systems and celebrate Cybersecurity Month with Paul Alcock from Surgical Information Systems.

This episode is sponsored by Surgical Information Systems,

Notes and Resources from this Episode:
Memo #QSO-26-01-ALL REVISED
REVISED: Contingency Plans – State Survey & Certification Activities in the Event of Federal Government Shutdown
https://www.cms.gov/medicare/health-safety-standards/quality-safety-oversight-general-information/policy-memos/policy-memos-states-regions/revised-contingency-plans-state-survey-certification-activities-event-federal-government-shutdown
ASCA Survey on EMR Adoption in ASCs
https://www.ascfocus.org/ascfocus/content/articles-content/articles/2025/digital-debut/asca-survey-shows-continued-growth-of-ehr-usage-by-ascs?_gl=1*skvj45*_ga*Mjg5MjgyMjUzLjE3NDk1NTUzOTk.*_ga_5DE4L5HXFY*czE3NTYxNzM2ODckbzQwJGcwJHQxNzU2MTczNjg4JGo1OSRsMCRoMA..
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
...more
59min
October 26, 2025Episode 258 - Live from the Oregon Ambulatory Surgery Center Association Annual Conference in Portland, Oregon - October 10, 2025
In this Special Episode of the ASC Podcast with John Goehle recorded live from the Oregon Ambulatory Surgery Center Association Annual Conference in Portland, Oregon 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, Medserve and Ambulatory Healthcare Strategies.

Notes and Resources from this Episode:
Membership Information for the Oregon Association:
https://ascoregon.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!
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
...more
1h 8min
October 26, 2025Episode 257 - Special Episode - Live from the New York State Association of Ambulatory Surgery Centers 2025 Annual Conference - October 8, 2025
In this Special Episode of the ASC Podcast with John Goehle recorded live from the New York State Association of Ambulatory Surgery Centers 2025 Annual Conference in Albany, New York 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, Medserve and Ambulatory Healthcare Strategies.

Notes and Resources from this Episode:
Link to the New York State Association Website:
https://www.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://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
...more
1h 37min
October 04, 2025Episode 256 - Live from the Ohio Association of Ambulatory Surgery Centers Annual Conference in Columbus Ohio - September 25, 2025
In this Special Episode of the ASC Podcast with John Goehle recorded live from the Ohio Association of Ambulatory Surgery Centers Annual Conference in Columbus Ohio 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, Medserve and Ambulatory Healthcare Strategies.

Notes and Resources from this Episode:
Membership Information for the Ohio Association:
http://www.oaasc.net/aws/OAASC/pt/sp/join
ASCA Membership Information:
https://www.ascassociation.org/asca/membership/join-renew
Dinsmore
https://www.dinsmore.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
...more
1h
September 23, 2025Episode 255 - News and Latest Trends in the ASC Industry, Report on AO Performance, and an Interview with Kara Newbury about the 2026 Proposed ASC Payment Rule - September 21, 2025
In this episode of the ASC Podcast with John Goehle, we discuss the latest news and trends in the ASC industry, discuss the Annual Report to Congress by CMS on the Program Oversight of Accrediting Organizations and in our focus segment, we interview Kara Newbury from ASCA about the 2026 Proposed CMS ASC Payment Rule.

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

Notes and Resources from this Episode:
Anesthesia Time Limit Laws (From Beckers):
https://www.beckersasc.com/anesthesia/anesthesia-time-limit-laws-where-3-bills-stand/?origin=ASCE&utm_source=ASCE&utm_medium=email&utm_content=newsletter&oly_enc_id=0573H1191845C8E
CMS Prior Authorization:
https://ascnews.com/2025/09/ascs-still-struggling-with-prior-authorization-despite-payer-pledges/
QSO-25-25-AO/CLIA - FY 2022 Report to Congress (RTC): Review of Medicare’s Program Oversight of Accrediting Organizations (AOs) and the Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments of 1988 (CLIA) Validation Program:
https://www.cms.gov/files/document/qso-25-25-ao/clia.pdf
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
...more
44min
September 22, 2025Episode 254 - Special Episode - Live from the California Ambulatory Surgery Center Association 2025 Conference - September 5, 2025
In this Special Episode of the ASC Podcast with John Goehle recorded live from the California Ambulatory Surgery Center Association 2025 Conference in San Diego, California 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, Medserve and Ambulatory Healthcare Strategies.

Notes and Resources from this Episode:
Link to the California Association Website:
https://casurgery.org/aws/CASA/pt/sp/home_page
Link to Join CASA:
https://casurgery.org/aws/CASA/pt/sp/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
...more
1h 19min
September 03, 2025Episode 253 - News and Latest Trends in the ASC Industry and a focus on the Infection Control Risk Assessment and Surveyor Worksheet - August 31, 2025
In this episode of the ASC Podcast with John Goehle, we discuss the latest news and trends in the ASC industry and in our focus segment, we interview Laurie Roderiques, Director of Clinical Services for Ambulatory Healthcare Strategies during the Illinois State Association Meeting and discuss the Infection Control Risk Assessment and the CMS Surveyor Infection Control Worksheet.

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

Notes and Resources from this Episode:
ASC News- Management should be engaged with staff to avoid potential risks:
https://ascnews.com/2025/07/employment-attorney-urges-ascs-to-stay-engaged-with-staff-watch-for-legal-risks/?spMailingID=164824&puid=3910766&E=3910766&utm_source=newsletter&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=164824
Garfunkel Wild ASC $250,000 settlement emphasizes security risk analysis requirement
https://garfunkelwild.com/insights/surgery-center-250000-settlement-emphasizes-security-risk-analysis-requirement/
The Office of the National Coordinator for Health Information Technology (“ONC”), in conjunction with the OCR, has published a tool that can be used by small- to medium-sized covered entities to perform the SRA internally. Here is the link to the tool: https://www.healthit.gov/topic/privacy-security-and-hipaa/security-risk-assessment-tool.
Infection Control Focus Segment:
Link to the Infection Control Worksheet Referenced in the Interview with Laurie: https://www.cms.gov/Regulations-and-Guidance/Guidance/Manuals/downloads/som107_exhibit_351.pdf
Link to Training on Infection Control:
Infection Control 101 – Training for Infection Control Coordinators in ASCs (September 2024 Recording)
Infection Control 201 – Advanced Training for Infection Control Coordinators (September 2024 Recording)
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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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