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The Ambulatory Surgery Center Association (ASCA) assists ambulatory surgery centers (ASCs) in delivering safe, high-quality, cost-effective patient care.

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In today’s #FocusFriday read, hear from mentor Johnny Russell about his experience in the spring 2026 class of ASCA’s ASC Administrator Development Program.

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ASCA’s third-quarter 2026 60-Second Survey examined facility operations related to #anesthesia services and showed continued improvement in access to these services.
#DigitalDebut #ASCFocus
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Today we recognize Indigenous Peoples' Day, honoring the histories, cultures and contributions of Indigenous communities past and present. #IndigenousPeoplesDay

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Data for the second quarter for the ASC Quality Reporting Program measure ASC-15a-e must be submitted via the OAS CAHPS website by Friday, October 14.
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#FocusFriday:
Check out the October issue of ASC Focus, now available on the ASC Focus website.

This issue features profiles of each of the #10Under40 honorees, who are being recognized for their work in shaping the future of ambulatory surgery.
https://t.co/Ybxz4eHcTQ

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Take ASCA’s latest 60-Second Survey today!
For this survey, we have a few questions about your facility’s operations with regard to #anesthesia providers. Your feedback is invaluable.
The survey will be open through this Friday, October 2.
#ASC
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Today's #FocusFriday read outlines the key points in ASCA's comments.
Points of contention included updates to practice expense methodology and site-of-service payment differential.
#DigitalDebut
https://t.co/eTVDNXmEe0

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Bill would put an end to yearly patches on #Medicare #physician pay
—via @AmerMedicalAssn
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ASCA submitted comments on the 2027 #Medicare #Physician Fee Schedule proposed rule, providing feedback on proposals regarding practice expense methodology, global surgical packages, total joint code valuations and more.
Read the comment letter.
https://t.co/ZSTFHU97pu

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In today’s #FocusFriday read, find out how ASCA members raised awareness of surgery centers during National ASC Month in August.
#DigitalDebut
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New 2026 data from @C4UHC shows that several major manufacturers spend $1.5M-$6M annually to credential their field reps, sometimes across 9 different platforms. How much cost and complexity could be eliminated through greater standardization?
#MedTech #Healthcare

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NEW! #VendorCredentialing costs medical product manufacturers $1.5-$6M annually, sometimes across 9 platforms. A new #C4UHC whitepaper reveals the high costs of credentialing reps & advocates for one national #ANSI Standard to help cut those costs.

Read: https://t.co/u5lQ5sCD9L

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Regulatory Series:
“Navigating the Drug Supply Chain Security Act”
Next Tuesday, September 22, at 1:00 pm ET
Learn about the key requirements of the Drug Supply Chain Security Act, how they impact #ASCs and steps you can take to stay compliant.
https://t.co/hedJyzdSTq

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Today’s #FocusFriday read:
#DigitalDebut: ASCA survey shows stabilization of electronic health record use
—via #ASCFocus magazine
https://t.co/pZyTQ0PGnR

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ASCA Webinar: Creating a Safe and Healthy Healthcare Workplace
Tuesday, September 15, at 1:00 pm ET

This session will cover key topics like preventing workplace violence, promoting mental wellbeing and reducing staff burnout.
https://t.co/4Nxg5FeeZP

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#FocusFriday:
Check out the September issue of #ASC Focus, now available on the ASC Focus website.

Highlights include: “Biggest IT challenges and solutions,” “Unlock your technology’s full potential,” and “Build a resilient supply chain.”
https://t.co/uXZ2O9UOU3

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Thank you, @RepScholten, for visiting the impressive Muskegon Surgery Center in Muskegon, Michigan, earlier this summer. 🎉
#ASCAdvocacy #NationalASCMonth
https://t.co/Yf2BPKlKsm

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Read this #ASCFocus Names in the News article to learn more about Celeste Churbe, RN, a mentee of ASCA’s #ASC Administrator Development Program.
—via ASC Focus magazine
https://t.co/GoVTcuHPaf

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Mark Wainner, immediate past president of the ASCA board, joined @EmberCopilotAI’s #Healthcare Intelligence Podcast to talk about #ASC reimbursement, payer contracting and health system partnerships.
https://t.co/j5wV9yhdOJ

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Read this ASC Focus Names in the News article to learn more about Michael DeGuire, a mentee of ASCA’s #ASC Administrator Development Program.
#FocusFriday
—via ASC Focus magazine
https://t.co/xo6pK8d9bm

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Thank you, @PatriciaFahy46, for taking the time to visit Capital Region Ambulatory Surgery Center in Albany, NY, earlier this month.
Happy #NationalASCMonth, everyone!
#ASCAdvocacy
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