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ASC Podcast with John Goehle episodes
- Episode 250 - We Celebrate our 250th Episode! News, HIPAA Email and Cybersecurity, DOL Audits and a Special Interview with John Goehle - July 7, 2025
In this special 250th episode of the ASC Podcast with John Goehle, we discuss HIPAA compliance in emails, cybersecurity threats, robotic surgery, surviving Department of Labor audits, and in our focus segment, Katie Pierson interviews John Goehle about the past and future of the podcast and emerging trends in the ASC Industry.
This episode is sponsored by Surgical Information Systems, RFX Solutions, Medserve and Ambulatory Healthcare Strategies.
Notes and Resources from this Episode:
- Paubox state of security report
- https://www.paubox.com/hubfs/Report%20Assets/2025-03-07_REPORT_StateofSecurity.pdf?utm_campaign=Demand%20Gen%20Nurture&utm_source=press_new
- Oregon Passes Bill to Block Corporate Takeovers of Medical Practices:
- https://www.healthcaredive.com/news/oregon-law-private-equity-in-healthcare-delivery/750526/
- Remote Robotic Surgery!
- https://www.adventhealth.com/news/historic-telesurgery-connects-central-florida-and-angola-world-first-medical-breakthrough
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
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In this special 250th episode of the ASC Podcast with John Goehle, we discuss HIPAA compliance in emails, cybersecurity threats, robotic surgery, surviving Department of Labor audits, and in our focus segment, Katie Pierson interviews John Goehle about the past and future of the podcast and emerging trends in the ASC Industry.
This episode is sponsored by Surgical Information Systems, RFX Solutions, Medserve and Ambulatory Healthcare Strategies.
Become a Patron Member of the Podcast!
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. Go to https://asc-central.com/landing/plans/247448 to Become a member today!
1 hr 9 min - Episode 249 - Latest News, Information, ASC Issues, CMS Survey Updates, Time Out Day, Peer Review, and Focus on Infection Control - June 22, 2025
In this episode of the ASC Podcast with John Goehle, we explore the latest updates in the ASC industry, discuss recent challenges and survey experiences, review a new change in how CMS survey results are reported publicly, highlight National Time Out Day, and dive into best practices for peer review. Plus, in our focus segment, we do a deep dive into the requirements for a robust Infection Control Program.
This episode is sponsored by Surgical Information Systems, RFX Solutions, Medserve and Ambulatory Healthcare Strategies.
Notes and Resources from this Episode:
- Release of CMS-2567: Statement of Deficiencies and Plan of Correction
- https://www.cms.gov/files/document/qso-25-19-all.pdf
- National Time Out Day
- https://ortoday.com/rethinking-surgical-time-out/
- Florida Men Accused of Operating without a License
- https://www.miamiherald.com/news/health-care/article304623151.html
- ASC News “A blockbuster day for ASC deals Ascension acquire Amsurg”
- https://ascnews.com/2025/06/ascension-to-acquire-amsurg-in-asc-blockbuster-deal/?spMailingID=159970&puid=4098726&E=4098726&utm_source=newsletter&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=159970
- Infection Control Training from ASC Central:
- 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)
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
1 hr 12 min - Episode 248 - Latest News, Information, Recent ASC experiences, Fraud and Abuse and focus segment on Registration, Patient Privacy, Rights and Posting Requirements - June 8, 2025
In this episode of the ASC Podcast with John Goehle, we cover the latest updates from the ASC industry, discuss recent ASC issues and survey experiences, provide an update on Fraud and Abuse investigations, discuss signage in shared spaces, review rules about transporting medications, and in our focus segment, discuss patient registration, patient privacy, rights and responsibilities, and posting requirements.
This episode is sponsored by Surgical Information Systems, RFX Solutions, Medserve and Ambulatory Healthcare Strategies.
Notes and Resources from this Episode:
- CMS Fraud Detection Operation Center Launched to Combat Fraud
- https://www.fiercehealthcare.com/providers/cms-sets-real-time-medical-fraud-center-doge-federal-contractor-rolls-out-commercial-tool
- Outpatient Surgery Magazine article about construction:
- https://digital.outpatientsurgery.net/view/998248182/24/
- Small ASC’s better off
- https://www.beckersasc.com/asc-transactions-and-valuation-issues/the-big-disruption-of-small-ascs/?origin=ASCE&utm_source=ASCE&utm_medium=email&utm_content=newsletter&oly_enc_id=0573H1191845C8E
- Resources from CMS to Remain Compliant with CfC (including regulations and guidance on the focus segment discussion:
- 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
- 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
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
52 min - Episode 247 - Latest News, Information, Recent ASC experiences, Avanza Survey, HLD and focus on Patient Engagement with Jennifer Cantrell - May 28, 2025
In this episode of the ASC Podcast with John Goehle, we cover the latest updates from the ASC industry, discuss recent ASC issues and survey experiences, review a recent survey by Avanza, discuss high level disinfection issues and in our focus segment, we interview Jennifer Cantrell with AMSURG during the New Jersey ASC Associations recent conference where she discussed Patient Engagement and how OAS-CAPHS can provide valuable information for improving patient satisfaction.
This episode is sponsored by Surgical Information Systems, RFX Solutions, Medserve and Ambulatory Healthcare Strategies.
Notes and Resources from this Episode:
- Resources from AHS, ASC Central and the ASC Podcast with John Goehle
- ASC Podcast website - http://ascpodcast.com
- ASC Central website - http://conferences.asc-central.com
- Ambulatory Healthcare Strategies, LLC - http://ah-strategies.com
- Contact John Goehle at 585-594-1167 for more information.
- AJIC literature review- endoscope HLD failures
- https://www.ajicjournal.org/article/S0196-6553(25)00290-1/fulltext
- 6th Annual Hospital Leadership ASC Survey:
- https://avanzastrategies.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/6th-Avanza-Intelligence-Hospital-Leadership-ASC-Survey.pdf
- Chemical Risk Assessment:
- https://www.osha.gov/chemical-hazards
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
55 min - Resources from AHS, ASC Central and the ASC Podcast with John Goehle
- Episode 246 - Special Episode – Live from the NJAASC Annual Conference - May 13, 2025
In this episode of the ASC Podcast with John Goehle recorded live at the New Jersey Association of Ambulatory Surgery Centers Annual Conference at The Palace at Somerset Park in Somerset New Jersey on May 13th, we interview some of the speakers and discuss 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:
- New Jersey Association of Ambulatory Surgery Center Membership Information:
- https://njaasc.org/Join-us
- Information from the Conference:
- https://njaasc.org/Events
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
1 hr 18 min - New Jersey Association of Ambulatory Surgery Center Membership Information:
- Episode 245 - Live From ASCA 2025 in Denver Colorado - Day 3 - May 2, 2025
In this episode of the ASC Podcast with John Goehle recorded live from ASCA 2025 in Denver Colorado the staff of Ambulatory Healthcare Strategies and the Podcast, and some of our clients and listeners sit down to talk about their experience here after the Second day of ASCA 2025.
This episode is sponsored by Surgical Information Systems, RFX Solutions, Medserve and Ambulatory Healthcare Strategies.
Notes and Resources from this Episode:
- ASCA 2025:
- https://www.ascassociation.org/annualconference/home
- ASC Central
- http://conferences.asc-central.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
41 min - Episode 244 - Live From ASCA 2025 in Denver Colorado - Day 2 - May 1, 2025
In this episode of the ASC Podcast with John Goehle recorded live from ASCA 2025 in Denver Colorado the staff of Ambulatory Healthcare Strategies and the Podcast, and some of our clients and listeners sit down to talk about their experience here after the first day of ASCA 2025.
This episode is sponsored by Surgical Information Systems, RFX Solutions, Medserve and Ambulatory Healthcare Strategies.
Notes and Resources from this Episode:
- ASCA 2025:
- https://www.ascassociation.org/annualconference/home
- ASC Central
- http://conferences.asc-central.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
32 min - Episode 243 - Live From ASCA 2025 in Denver Colorado - Day 1 - April 30, 2025
In this Episode of the ASC Podcast with John Goehle recorded live from ASCA 2025 in Denver Colorado the staff of Ambulatory Healthcare Strategies and the Podcast, and some of our clients and listeners sit down before the conference started to talk about the challenges we are facing and what we hope to hear while we are at ASCA 2025.
This episode is sponsored by Surgical Information Systems, RFX Solutions, Medserve and Ambulatory Healthcare Strategies.
Notes and Resources from this Episode:
- ASCA 2025:
- https://www.ascassociation.org/annualconference/home
- ASC Central
- http://conferences.asc-central.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
26 min - Episode 242 - Latest News and Information, OAS-CAHPS Update, ASCA 2025, Credentialing Application and Focus on Incident Reports - April 29, 2025
In this episode of the ASC Podcast with John Goehle, we cover the latest updates from the ASC industry, review a recent survey about OAS-CAHPS, discuss credentialing applications, we follow-up on an earlier discussion of RN Administered Conscious Sedation and discuss our preparations for ASCA 2025 in Denver this week. In our focus segment we discuss incident reporting.
Listen to Episode 242
This episode is sponsored by Surgical Information Systems, RFX Solutions, Medserve and Ambulatory Healthcare Strategies.
Notes and Resources from this Episode:
- ASCA 60-Second Survey: OAS CAHPS
- https://www.ascfocus.org/ascfocus/content/articles-content/articles/2025/digital-debut/asca-survey-shows-majority-of-rspondents-aministering-oas-cahps
- ASCA 2025
- https://www.ascassociation.org/annualconference/home
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
41 min - Episode 241 - Latest News and Information, recent survey experiences, vaccine storage, PA Roles in ASCs and focus on Governing Body - April 14, 2025
In this episode of the ASC Podcast with John Goehle, we cover the latest updates from the ASC industry, discuss recent survey experiences, including a discussion of proper vaccine storage and in our focus segment, discuss governance and the governing body.
This episode is sponsored by Surgical Information Systems, RFX Solutions, Medserve and Ambulatory Healthcare Strategies.
Notes and Resources from this Episode:
NY Post Face Fire Article:
- NY post- face fire article
- https://nypost.com/2025/01/14/us-news/cancer-patient-was-awake-when-face-caught-fire-in-surgery-suit/
- Soccer player leg infection
- https://www.kafourymcdougal.com/former-major-league-soccer-goalkeeper-wins-20-million-against-portland-timbers-team-doctor-jury-cites-concealment-of-negligent-surgery-2025-04-04/
- OR Manager- Sleep deprived nurses at higher risk for infections
- https://www.ormanager.com/briefs/study-sleep-deprived-nurses-face-higher-infection-risk/
- CDC Has a tool kit that you can use to make sure you follow the CDC recommendations:
- https://www.cdc.gov/vaccines/hcp/storage-handling/?CDC_AAref_Val=https://www.cdc.gov/vaccines/hcp/admin/storage/toolkit/index.html
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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
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
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About ASC Podcast with John Goehle
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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…
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