On this episode of the ASC Podcast with John Goehle we discuss the latest news in the ASC Industry,  Discuss the recent uptick in COVID cases and remind listeners of the return to work guidelines, discuss recent survey issues including the new Medicare Ombudsman link and the requirements for BLS, ACLS and PALS certifications. In our focus segment we discuss Outsourced Billing, Coding and Collections. 

This episode is sponsored by Surgical Information Systems

Notes and Resources from this Episode:

COVID-19 Uptick

• Link to CDC Return to work Guidance: 
  • https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/hcp/guidance-risk-assesment-hcp.html#:~:text=At%20least%207%20days%20have,of%20fever%2Dreducing%20medications%2C%20and

Anesthesia Shortage

• Some links for Anesthesia Shortage Articles:
  • https://www.beckersasc.com/anesthesia/the-major-shortage-plaguing-ascs.html

Medicare Ombudsman:

• Link in the current Medicare Ombudsman Websites
  • https://www.cms.gov/center/special-topic/ombudsman/medicare-beneficiary-ombudsman-home

Outpatient Surgery Magazine

• https://www.aorn.org/outpatient-surgery/the-magazine/current-issue

Beckers ASC

• https://www.beckersasc.com/asc-news.html

Surgical Information Systems Outsourced Billing

• https://www.sisfirst.com/revenue-cycle-services

Join one of our Membership Programs!

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• 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. 

• The ASC-Central Premium Access Program

• A Premium Resource for Ambulatory Surgery Centers including access to bootcamps, education programs and private sessions

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

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 

On this episode of the ASC Podcast with John Goehle we discuss the latest news in the ASC Industry, Review the August 5th Effective date of the expiration of the COVID 19 Vaccination Mandate, Celebrate National ASC Month and in our Focus Segment, Interview Therese Gopaul-Robinson about her presentation “ Lost: Leading when the destination is Unclear” during the New Jersey ASC Association Annual Conference in April.  

This episode is sponsored by Surgical Information Systems, triValence and Ambulatory Healthcare Strategies.

Notes and Resources from this Episode:

QSO-23-02-ALL

• https://www.cms.gov/medicareprovider-enrollment-and-certificationsurveycertificationgeninfopolicy-and-memos-states-and/revised-guidance-staff-vaccination-requirements

• https://www.anesthesiologynews.com/Clinical-Anesthesiology/Article/01-23/How-Do-You-Identify-Patients-Appropriate-for-Ambulatory-Surgery/69076

NJ Woman Arrested for Practicing Medicine without a license:

• https://abc7ny.com/new-jersey-woman-arrested-ocean-county/13563514/

Artificial Intelligence Articles:

• https://www.foxnews.com/health/new-ai-ultrasound-tech-first-land-fda-approval-enhance-prenatal-care-better-health-outcomes?utm_campaign=KHN%3A%20First%20Edition&utm_medium=email&_hsmi=268883562&_hsenc=p2ANqtz-8hv-gQylmSxfg0IYQDJTJfqQg89_GTh_dXWHSR2_-7vwcCh4-LPRFis0X5G9SK68o9eLS9EdwkTENUNGLu2f-EZgWrzw&utm_content=268883562&utm_source=hs_email

Unhappiest and Happiest Nursing Jobs 

• https://www.nursingprocess.org/unhappiest-and-happiest-nursing-jobs.html

Therese Gopaul-Robinson (Get a free Workbook):

• https://www.theresegr.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. 

• The ASC-Central Premium Access Program

• A Premium Resource for Ambulatory Surgery Centers including access to bootcamps, education programs and private sessions

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

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 

On this special Governing Body Edition of the ASC Podcast with John Goehle, we discuss the requirements for Governance in the ASC Setting.  This episode is designed to provide governing board members with an overview of their responsibilities. 

This episode is sponsored by Surgical Information Systems, triValence and  Ambulatory Healthcare Strategies.

Resources from this Episode:

1. 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

Other Resources from the ASC Podcast with John Goehle:

Get a copy of John’s newest book - The Survey Guide - A Guide to the CMS Conditions for Coverage & Interpretive Guidelines for Ambulatory Surgery Centers 

Visit the ASC Podcast with John Goehle Website

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.   Become a member today!

On this episode of the ASC Podcast with John Goehle we discuss the latest news in the ASC Industry and in our focus segment, discuss the proposed CMS 2024 HOPD/ASC Payment Rule including the proposed changes to the ASC Quality Reporting Program. 

This episode is sponsored by Surgical Information Systems, triValence and Ambulatory Healthcare Strategies.

Notes and Resources from this Episode:

Beckers ASC review – N Carolina physician found guilty of reusing single use devices

• https://www.beckersasc.com/asc-news/north-carolina-physician-sentenced-to-25-years-in-prison-for-reusing-single-use-medical-devices.html?origin=ASCE&utm_source=ASCE&utm_medium=email&utm_content=newsletter&oly_enc_id=0573H1191845C8E

Physician pay cuts

• https://www.cms.gov/newsroom/fact-sheets/calendar-year-cy-2024-medicare-physician-fee-schedule-proposed-rule

Violence against HCW- hand surgeon shot

• https://www.beckersspine.com/orthopedic/57319-aaos-renews-call-to-protect-healthcare-workers-in-wake-of-fatal-shooting.html?origin=ASCE&utm_source=ASCE&utm_medium=email&utm_content=newsletter&oly_enc_id=5567B4088734C3Z

Focus Segment - 2023 Payment Rule 

• CMS Summary:
  • https://www.cms.gov/newsroom/fact-sheets/cy-2024-medicare-hospital-outpatient-prospective-payment-system-and-ambulatory-surgical-center

2023 Multi-State Virtual ASC Conference

https://vimeo.com/ondemand/2023ascmultistate

The Complete Recording of the Two-Day 2023 Multi-State Virtual ASC Conference is now available for your convenience!  Couldn't make it to the live conference? No worries! We've got you covered with recordings of all eight enlightening 2-hour sessions. Attending live conferences can be expensive and time-consuming for your staff. That's why we're offering an incredible opportunity to access the conference recordings right from your facility for just $299.99! 

Discover more about the conference and explore the detailed agenda by visiting: https://ascpodcast.com/2023_multistate/ 

This comprehensive program has received approval for up to 16.0 hours of AEUs (for CASC Certificants) and up to 4.0 hours of IPCHs (for CAIP Certificants) by BASC Provider #2618.

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

Other Resources from the ASC Podcast with John Goehle:

Visit the ASC Podcast with John Goehle Website

ASC Podcast with John Goehle Patron Program

• Benefits of Becoming a Patron Member

The ASC-Central Premium Access Program

• A Premium Resource for Ambulatory Surgery Centers including access to bootcamps, education programs and private sessions

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 

On this episode of the ASC Podcast with John Goehle we discuss the latest news in the ASC Industry, discuss a recent study on wrong site surgery and in our focus segment, interview Heather Hayes from Surgical Information Systems about Considerations when choosing an Electronic Medical Record system. 

This episode is sponsored by Surgical Information Systems

Resources from this Episode:

• Joint Commission Study about Wrong Site Surgeries (from OR Magazine article by Adam Taylor on 6/15/23)
  • https://www.aorn.org/outpatient-surgery/article/the-big-three-wrong-site-specialties

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

Other Resources from the ASC Podcast with John Goehle:

Visit the ASC Podcast with John Goehle Website

ASC Podcast with John Goehle Patron Program

• Benefits of Becoming a Patron Member

The ASC-Central Premium Access Program

• A Premium Resource for Ambulatory Surgery Centers including access to bootcamps, education programs and private sessions

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 

On this episode of the ASC Podcast with John Goehle we discuss the latest news in the ASC Industry, discuss the recent 2023 Multi-State ASC Conference and provide retrospective on ASCA 2023 in Louisville Kentucky

This episode is sponsored by Surgical Information Systems, triValence and  Ambulatory Healthcare Strategies.

Resources from this Episode:

• The ASC Association (ASCA)
  • Ascassociation.org

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

Other Resources from the ASC Podcast with John Goehle:

Visit the ASC Podcast with John Goehle Website

ASC Podcast with John Goehle Patron Program

• Benefits of Becoming a Patron Member

The ASC-Central Premium Access Program

• A Premium Resource for Ambulatory Surgery Centers including access to bootcamps, education programs and private sessions

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 

Welcome to a special episode of the ASC Podcast with John Goehle. In this episode, the staff of Ambulatory Healthcare Strategies and some of our patron members attending ASCA 2023 talk about some of their observations after the first two full days of ASCA 2023 in Louisville Kentucky.  We apologize for the exceptionally poor sound quality of the recording which was not recorded in our studios.  You may find listening with headphones is easier than on a speaker.  Again we are sorry about the quality.

This episode is sponsored by Surgical Information Systems, triValence and  Ambulatory Healthcare Strategies.

Resources from this Episode:

The ASC Association:

• http:/www.ascassociation.com

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

Other Resources from the ASC Podcast with John Goehle:

Visit the ASC Podcast with John Goehle Website

ASC Podcast with John Goehle Patron Program

• Benefits of Becoming a Patron Member

The ASC-Central Premium Access Program

• A Premium Resource for Ambulatory Surgery Centers including access to bootcamps, education programs and private sessions

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 

Welcome to a special episode of the ASC Podcast with John Goehle. In this episode, the staff of Ambulatory Healthcare Strategies and some of our patron members attending ASCA 2023 talk about some of their observations after the first day of ASCA 2023 in Louisville Kentucky.  We apologize for the sound quality of the recording which was not recorded in our studios and some of the speakers were not close to the microphone.  

This episode is sponsored by Surgical Information Systems, triValence and  Ambulatory Healthcare Strategies.

Resources from this Episode:

The ASC Association:

• http:/www.ascassociation.com

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

Other Resources from the ASC Podcast with John Goehle:

Visit the ASC Podcast with John Goehle Website

ASC Podcast with John Goehle Patron Program

• Benefits of Becoming a Patron Member

The ASC-Central Premium Access Program

• A Premium Resource for Ambulatory Surgery Centers including access to bootcamps, education programs and private sessions

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 

Welcome to a special episode of the ASC Podcast with John Goehle. In this episode, Sue and John are joined by the staff of AHS, Cristina Bentin from Coding Compliance Management, and a few of our valued patron members of the podcast. Together, they delve into the pre-conferences and share their expectations for the upcoming ASCA 2023 conference, set to kick off on Thursday in Louisville, Kentucky. Get ready for an insightful discussion on all things ASCA 2023.  We apologize for the sound quality of the recording which was not recorded in our studios and some of the speakers were not close to the microphone.  

This episode is sponsored by Surgical Information Systems, triValence and  Ambulatory Healthcare Strategies.

Resources from this Episode:

The ASC Association:

• http:/www.ascassociation.com

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

Other Resources from the ASC Podcast with John Goehle:

Visit the ASC Podcast with John Goehle Website

ASC Podcast with John Goehle Patron Program

• Benefits of Becoming a Patron Member

The ASC-Central Premium Access Program

• A Premium Resource for Ambulatory Surgery Centers including access to bootcamps, education programs and private sessions

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 

On this Episode of the ASC Podcast with John Goehle we discuss Recent News including the 2021 Report to Congress on the CMS Oversight of Accrediting Organizations, Review recent survey experiences including policy and procedure and Anesthesia issues and in our focus segment, we discuss the state of networking, local servers and cloud based hosting with our friend Daren Smith with Surgical Information Systems.  

This episode is sponsored by Surgical Information Systems,

Resources from this Episode:

Becker’s Article on Surgeon Compensation:

• Beckers Report: https://www.beckersasc.com/asc-news/5-physician-specialties-with-the-biggest-salary-increases-in-2022.html

FY 2021 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-23-14-ao/clia.pdf

Daren Smith, Surgical Information Systems:

• Daren Smith, [email protected]

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

Other Resources from the ASC Podcast with John Goehle:

Visit the ASC Podcast with John Goehle Website

ASC Podcast with John Goehle Patron Program

• Benefits of Becoming a Patron Member

The ASC-Central Premium Access Program

• A Premium Resource for Ambulatory Surgery Centers including access to bootcamps, education programs and private sessions

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