Government Affairs Update (May 19, 2022)
- Federal Public Health Emergency Likely to be Extended
- NHSN to Hold Webinar on ASC-20 Reporting Changes
- 10 States Petition US Supreme Court to Overturn Healthcare Worker Vaccination Mandate
- Mark Your Calendar: Surprise Billing Webinar Set for June 7
Government Affairs Update (May 12, 2022)
- ASC Quality Reporting Due Monday
- HHS Projects Worsening Healthcare Workforce Shortages
- Illinois Introduces Proposed Rule on Surgical Smoke, H&Ps and Transfer Agreements
Government Affairs Update (May 5, 2022)
- Connecticut Budget Moves Forward with ASC Tax Repeal Language
- Facility Tour Garners Support for Crucial ASC Legislation
- ASC Quality Reporting Deadline Rapidly Approaching
- Surgical Smoke Legislation Introduced in New York
Government Affairs Update (April 21, 2022)
- ASC Quality Reporting Deadline Rapidly Approaching
- Claims-Detail Reports Available for ASC-12, ASC-17 and ASC-18
- Take ASCA’s April 60-Second Survey
- CMS Releases FY 2023 Inpatient Proposed Rule
- ASCA 2022 Session Highlight: Pharmacy Compliance in the ASC
- Government Affairs Update to Return May 5
Government Affairs Update (April 14, 2022)
- ASCA Submits Comments on Quality Reporting Measure Under Development
- Provider Relief Fund Request to Report Late Due to Extenuating Circumstances
- April MLN Matters: CMS Clarifies Pass-Through Process
- HHS Secretary Extends Public Health Emergency
- ASCA 2022 Session Highlight: Emergency Preparedness: What We’ve Learned from the Pandemic
Government Affairs Update (April 7, 2022)
- CMS Updates Guidance for Healthcare Worker COVID-19 Vaccination Mandate
- ASCA Posts Q2 Medicare Rate Calculator
- Kansas Surveyors Won’t Enforce CMS Healthcare Worker COVID-19 Vaccination Mandate
- Sign Up to Host a Facility Tour
Government Affairs Update (March 31, 2022)
- ASCA Updates Q2 Medicare Payment Resources
- Provider Relief Fund Reporting Period 2 Closes TODAY
- ASC Quality Reporting Deadline is May 16
- President’s FY 2023 Budget Proposal Released
Government Affairs Update (March 24, 2022)
- ASCA Advocates for CMS Payment Policy Changes
- ASCA 2022 Session Highlight: Medication Diversion and Your ASC
- Connecticut Considers ASC Tax Credits
- Nader Samii Featured in ASCA’s Latest Podcast Episode
Government Affairs Update (March 17, 2022)
- Washington State Set to Enact Surgical Smoke Evacuation Law
- Read the Spring Issue of ASCA’s ASC Physician Brief
- ASC Quality Reporting Deadline is May 16; CMS Webinar to Discuss How to Report
- ASCA 2022 Session Highlight: Before, During and After Your CMS Survey
Government Affairs Update (March 10, 2022)
- Elective Surgery Restrictions, Vaccination Requirements Relaxed as States Trend toward Fewer COVID-19 Policies
- ASCA 2022 Session Highlight: Informed Consent: Requirements, Risks and Practical Solutions
- Register Your Opinion
Government Affairs Update (March 3, 2022)
- ASCA Signs Letters Asking Congress to Address Medicare Payment Issues
- Kansas, Nine Other States Ask Court to Reopen CMS Mandate Litigation
- Federal Court Vacates NSA Dispute Resolution Elements
- Sign Up to Host a Facility Tour
Government Affairs Update (February 24, 2022)
- New York Drops Booster Requirement for Healthcare Workers
- Take ASCA’s First 60-Second Survey of 2022: Facility Marketing
- Alaska Finalizes Changes for ASC Transfer Agreements, History and Physical Requirements
- ASCA 2022 Session Highlight: An Employer’s Guide to Today’s Hot-Button Human Resource Issues
- Don’t Lose Access to the Government Affairs Update—Renew Today
Government Affairs Update (February 17, 2022)
- Learn about CMS’ COVID-19 Vaccination Requirements for ASCs
- Senate Confirms FDA Commissioner
- Take ASCA’s First 60-Second Survey of 2022: Facility Marketing
- New 16-State CMS Vaccination Mandate Lawsuit Hits Wall
- Don’t Lose Access to the Government Affairs Update—Renew Today
- Final Days to Help Improve the ASCA Website
Government Affairs Update (February 10, 2022)
- Don’t Lose Access to the Government Affairs Update—Renew Today
- What Procedures Should Be Added to Medicare’s ASC Covered Procedures List?
- ASCA 2022 Session Highlight: CMS Quality Reporting for ASCs
- ASCA Posts HOPD Rate Calculator
- 16 States File New Lawsuit against CMS Vaccination Mandate
- CMS Issues New Vaccination Mandate Guidance to State Survey Agency Directors
Government Affairs Update (February 3, 2022)
- What Procedures Should Be Added to Medicare’s ASC Covered Procedures List?
- New Podcast Episode Examines the Future of Outpatient Orthopedic Surgery
- States Request Waivers from CMS Healthcare Worker Vaccination Mandate
- New York State Imposes Booster Shot Requirement for Healthcare Workers
Government Affairs Update (January 27, 2022)
- CMS Releases Guidance on Vaccination Expectations for Surveyors
- Register Now for a CMS and CDC Webinar on ASC-20 Reporting
- What Procedures Should Be Added to Medicare’s ASC Covered Procedures List?
- CMS Implements Healthcare Worker Vaccination Mandate Nationwide
- ASCA Updates Q1 Medicare Payment Resources
- Is Your ASC Compliant with the New Surprise Billing Rules?
- States Issue Booster Shot Requirements for Healthcare Workers
- ASCA’s 2022 Facility Tour Program Commences
Government Affairs Update (January 20, 2022)
- Supreme Court Allows CMS to Move Forward with Vaccination Mandate
- CMS Issues New Deadlines for States Previously Covered by Preliminary Injunctions
- HHS Secretary Extends Public Health Emergency
- MedPAC Votes on ASC Payment Recommendations
Government Affairs Update (January 13, 2022)
- ASCA Works on Surprise Billing Resources
- ASCA Posts January Medicare Rate Calculator
- ASCA Updates Quality Reporting Pages
- US Supreme Court Considers CMS Vaccination Mandate
- Register Now for CMS’ January ASCQR Program Webinar
Government Affairs Update (January 6, 2022)
- New Surprise Billing Requirements in Effect
- ASCA’s 2022 National Advocacy Day Canceled
- CMS Issues Guidance for Healthcare Worker COVID-19 Vaccination Mandate
- Host a Facility Tour for Your Member of Congress
Government Affairs Update (December 23, 2021)
- CDC Resources for ASC-20 Compliance
- Read the Winter Issue of ASCA’s ASC Physician Brief
- Judge Grants Texas Preliminary Relief in CMS Vaccine Mandate Case
- Maryland Issues Order on Hospital Bed Capacity, Elective Surgeries
- President Signs Bill Addressing Medicare Physician Payment Cuts
- Happy Holidays – See you in 2022
Government Affairs Update (December 16, 2021)
- Federal Appeals Court Revives CMS Vaccination Mandate in 26 States
- Surprise Medical Billing Provisions Take Effect in New Year
- Last Chance to Give Feedback on Nursing/Staff Shortages
- Advocate for the Outpatient Surgery Quality and Access Act of 2021
- US Supreme Court Denies Relief in New York Healthcare Worker Vaccination Mandate Lawsuit
Government Affairs Update (December 9, 2021)
- House Passes Bill Addressing Medicare Physician Payment Cuts
- ASCA Submits Comments on Surprise Medical Billing Part II Rulemaking
- Local Coverage Determinations Regarding Epidural Steroid Injections for Pain Management
- ASCA’s Final 60-Second Survey of 2021: Nursing/Staff Shortages
Government Affairs Update (December 2, 2021)
- Federal Judge Issues Nationwide Preliminary Injunction Against CMS Vaccination Mandate
- No New Participants May Apply for Hospitals Without Walls
- New ASCA Resources on ASC Legislation
- Register Today for ASCA’s 2022 National Advocacy Day
- Massachusetts, New York Move Back Towards Elective Surgery Restrictions
Government Affairs Update (November 18, 2021)
- 2022 Final Rule Rate Documents Added to ASCA Resources
- Two Upcoming ASCA Regulatory Webinars
- Biden Announces Nominee for FDA Commissioner
- 23 States File Lawsuit Over CMS Vaccine Mandate
Government Affairs Update (November 11, 2021)
- Biden Administration Releases Vaccination Mandates for Medicare Providers
- 2022 Final Rule Payment Resources Posted
- Advocate for the Outpatient Surgery Quality and Access Act of 2021
- States Pass Legislation Pushing Back on Federal Vaccination Mandates
Government Affairs Update (November 4, 2021)
- 2022 Final Payment Rule Released
- Outpatient Surgery Center Quality and Access Act of 2021 Introduced
- CMS Releases 2022 Updates to Medicare Physician Fee Schedule
- Save the Date for ASCA’s 2022 National Advocacy Day
- FDA Investigates Contaminated Imported Medical Gloves
Government Affairs Update (October 28, 2021)
- Representatives Lead Bipartisan Effort Urging Action on Looming Medicare Physician Payment Cuts
- Survey Results Signal Return to In-Person Travel in 2022
- Alabama Governor Signs Executive Order Banning Vaccine Mandates
- Wyoming Begins October Special Session Focused on Banning Vaccine Mandates
Government Affairs Update (October 21, 2021)
- HHS Secretary Extends Public Health Emergency
- Facility Tours Continue in October
- ASCQR Program Facility-Specific Reports Available for ASC-12, ASC-17 and ASC-18
- Delaware Considers Changes to H&P Requirements
Government Affairs Update (October 14, 2021)
- Provider Relief Fund Reporting Grace Period Ends November 30
- Register Now for ASCA’s 2022 Virtual Coding & Reimbursement Seminar
- Texas Governor Bans Vaccine Mandates
- New York Judge Issues Preliminary Injunction Against Vaccine Mandate
Government Affairs Update (October 7, 2021)
- Surprise Medical Billing Part II Rulemaking Released
- Read the Fall Issue of ASCA’s ASC Physician Brief
- ASCA’s Podcast Looks at Infection Prevention in ASCs
- States Continue Restrictions on Elective Surgeries in Hospitals
Government Affairs Update (September 30, 2021)
- ASCA Updates Medicare Payment Resources
- ASCA Members Host Facility Tours for New Lawmakers
- New York Healthcare Worker Vaccine Mandate Faces Legal Hurdles
Government Affairs Update (September 23, 2021)
- ASCA Submits Comments on 2022 Proposed Payment Rule
- ASCA Partners with State Associations on 2022 Proposed Payment Rule
- Biden Administration Prepares Vaccine Mandate
- State Attorneys General Respond to Biden Administration Vaccine Mandate
Government Affairs Update (September 16, 2021)
- Submit Comments on 2022 Proposed Rule by Tomorrow
- ASCA Submits Comments on CY 2022 MPFS Proposed Rule
- ASCA’s Advancing Surgical Care Podcast Looks at HWW Program
- HHS Announces the Availability of $25.5 Billion in COVID-19 Provider Funding
- Biden Administration COVID-19 Action Plan Sees Pushback from Governors
Government Affairs Update (September 9, 2021)
- ASCA Submits Comments in Response to Surprise Medical Billing Rule
- Comment Now on Medicare’s 2022 Proposed Rule
- September 30 Provider Relief Fund Reporting Deadline Rapidly Approaching
- Indiana Reinstates Elective Surgery Restrictions
Government Affairs Update (September 2, 2021)
- Comment Now on Medicare’s 2022 Proposed Rule
- National ASC Month Concludes but Facility Tours Continue
- Nebraska Issues New Order Restricting Elective Surgeries
- Illinois, Colorado Issue Vaccination Mandates
Government Affairs Update (August 26, 2021)
- ASCA Representatives Meet with CMS Leadership
- ASCQR Program Public Reporting Preview Reports Now Available
- Rhode Island Issues Vaccine Mandate Impacting ASCs, Colorado and New York Likely to Follow Soon
Government Affairs Update (August 19, 2021)
- Initial Results from ASCA’s Proposed Rule Survey
- National ASC Month is in Full Swing: Help ASCA Celebrate!
- Take Part in ASCA’s Member Appreciation Month
- Oregon Issues Vaccine Mandate for Healthcare Workers
- DC Mayor Announces Vaccine Mandate for Healthcare Workers
Government Affairs Update (August 12, 2021)
- ASCA Updates Proposed Rule Payment Resources
- ASCA Members Kick Off National ASC Month with Facility Tours
- New Jersey, Washington Issue Vaccination Mandates, Oregon Soon to Follow
- Texas Governor Asks Hospitals to Postpone Elective Surgeries
Government Affairs Update (August 5, 2021)
- Help ASCA Comment on Proposed 2022 Medicare Payment Changes
- New Research Shows Effects of 2008 Medicare Payment Changes
- Mississippi Issues Elective Surgery Restrictions for Hospitals
- New Jersey and New York Announce Vaccine Mandates
Government Affairs Update (July 29, 2021)
- ASCA Updates Proposed Rule Payment Resources
- ASCA’s Podcast Looks at Medicare’s 2022 Proposed ASC Payment Rule
- ASCA Members Host Facility Tours as Congress Prepares for August Recess
- California Issues Order on Vaccinations for Healthcare Workers
Government Affairs Update (July 22, 2021)
- 2022 ASC Proposed Payment Rule Released
- ASCA Signs Letter Asking Congress to Maintain Medicare Physician Payment Levels
- Public Health Emergency Extended
- Facility Fee Legislation Introduced in Pennsylvania
Government Affairs Update (July 15, 2021)
- CMS Releases Proposed Updates to MPFS
- President Biden Issues Executive Order on Consolidation
- Updated Medicare Payment Resources Posted
- Michigan Surgery Center Hosts Facility Tour for Congressman Peter Meijer
- New York Senate Calls for Governor to Proclaim August “ASC Month”
- Last Chance to Report ASCQR Program Data and Avoid Payment Penalty
Government Affairs Update (July 8, 2021)
- Surprise Medical Billing Interim Final Rule Released
- Biden Administration Announces New Deputy Administrator at CMS
- Read the Summer Issue of ASCA’s ASC Physician Brief
- New Jersey Eases Preprocedure Testing Requirements
- ASCQR Program Reporting Deadline Less Than Two Weeks Away
Government Affairs Update (July 1, 2021)
- US Supreme Court Allows Site-Neutral Payment Policy to Stand
- ASCA Posts Third Quarter Medicare Rate Calculator
- Provider Relief Fund Reporting Period Opens July 1
- Oregon Enacts Surgical Smoke Evacuation Requirement
- ASCQR Program Reporting Deadline Rapidly Approaching
- New Podcast Episode Looks at Developments in Outpatient ENT Surgery
Government Affairs Update (June 24, 2021)
- OSHA Emergency Temporary Standard and ASCs
- MedPAC Releases June 2021 Report
- ASCQR Program Reporting Deadline Rapidly Approaching
- Overhaul of Connecticut ASC Tax Nears Finish Line
- ASCA Podcast Explores ASC Quality Collaboration’s Future Plans and Recent Engagement with The Leapfrog Group
- ASCA 2021 Session Highlight: COVID-19 Positive Conversion Before or After Elective Surgery: To Worry or Not to Worry?
Government Affairs Update (June 17, 2021)
- HHS Revises Reporting Requirements and Timeline for Provider Relief Fund Payments
- ASCA Advocates Active Throughout June
- Nevada Becomes Second State to Create Healthcare Public Option
- ASCA 2021 Session Highlight: Managing Staff Following an Adverse Event: Eliminate Blame, Provide Support
Government Affairs Update (June 10, 2021)
- Ways & Means Committee Hearing on FY 2022 HHS Budget
- North Carolina ASCs Exempted from HIE Reporting Requirements
- Even with Extension, ASCs Should Start ASC Quality Reporting Process
- ASCA 2021 Session Highlight: Fair Labor Standards Act Compliance for ASCs
Government Affairs Update (June 3, 2021)
- Even with Extension, ASCs Should Start ASC Quality Reporting Process
- Illinois General Assembly Passes Surgical Smoke Bill
- ASCA Survey Shows Mixed Usage of EHR among ASCs
- New Podcast Episode Looks at Eye Surgery in the Outpatient Setting
Government Affairs Update (May 27, 2021)
- Brooks-LaSure Confirmed as CMS Administrator
- New York State Eases Preprocedure Testing Requirements
- ASCA Refines its Facility Tour Program
- Keep Your Staff and Patients Safe with Help from the Facility Guidelines Institute
Government Affairs Update (May 20, 2021)
- At ASCA’s Request, CMS Extends Its ASC Quality Reporting Deadline
- Tennessee General Assembly Sends Massive CON Fee Increase Legislation to Governor
- ASCA 2021 Session Highlight: Governing Body and QAPI Interaction
Government Affairs Update (May 13, 2021)
- ASCQR Program Reporting Deadline Less Than One Week Away
- Medicare Payment Policy Advocacy for 2022 and Beyond
- Rules of Engagement
- Oklahoma Enacts Price Transparency Law
- ASCA 2021 Session Highlight: Successful Steps for Benchmarking and QAPI Projects
Government Affairs Update (May 6, 2021)
- ASCQR Program Deadline Rapidly Approaching
- Final Days to Respond to EHR Survey
- CMS Releases CJR Extension Final Rule
- Illinois Issues Presurgical COVID-19 Testing Guidance Update
- ASCA 2021 Session Highlight: Negligent Credentialing: Traps and Resolutions
Government Affairs Update (April 29, 2021)
- Public Health Emergency Extended
- Indiana General Assembly Passes Changes to Price Transparency Law
- Take ASCA’s 60-Second Survey on EHRs
- Alert: Postcard Disguised as Official OCR Communication
- ASCA 2021 Session Highlight: Optimizing ASC Reimbursement and Success with Payer Contracting
Government Affairs Update (April 22, 2021)
- ASCA Supports Legislation to Provide Tax Relief to ASCs
- Finance Committee Holds Hearing on Nominee for CMS Administrator
- Urgent: Start the Process Now to Report ASC Quality Data by May 17 Deadline
- ASCA 2021 Session Highlight: Implement a Meaningful, Effective and Compliant Peer Review Process
Government Affairs Update (April 15, 2021)
- President Biden Signs Legislation Suspending Sequestration
- Urgent: Start the Process Now to Report ASC Quality Data by May 17 Deadline
- CMS Updates Emergency Preparedness Guidance
- North Dakota Adopts Extended Stay Center Legislation
- ASCA 2021 Session Highlight: A Deep Dive into the Credentialing File
Government Affairs Update (April 8, 2021)
- CMS Initiates Recoupment of Accelerated and Advance Payments
- Updated Medicare Payment Resources Posted
- Read the First Issue of ASCA’s ASC Physician Brief
- Arizona Governor Eases Requirements on Elective Surgeries
- Reminder: ASC Quality Reporting Deadline is May 17
- ASCA 2021 Session Highlight: Setting Up a Compliant Patient Transportation Service
Government Affairs Update (April 1, 2021)
- Medicare Claims Delayed Due to Anticipated Congressional Action
- ASCA Posts Second Quarter Medicare Rate Calculator
- ASCAPAC Seeks State Leaders for Annual State Competition
- New Podcast Explores Hospital–ASC Partnerships
- ASCA 2021 Session Highlight: How to Get Through a CMS Survey
Government Affairs Update (March 25, 2021)
- ASCA Holds Vendor Roundtable with ONC, Information Blocking Compliance to Begin
- Senate Confirms Becerra as HHS Secretary
- Thank You for Your Support and Advocacy
- Kentucky Becomes Third State to Enact Surgical Smoke Evacuation Requirements
- ASCA 2021 Session Highlight: What’s New with Conditions for Coverage and Interpretive Guidelines
- Orthopedic Surgeon Shares Insights into Performing Joint Surgery in an ASC
Government Affairs Update (March 18, 2021)
- MedPAC Releases 2021 Medicare Payment Recommendations
- ASCA and Others Ask Congress to Prevent Cuts to Medicare
- Results from ASCA’s First 60-Second Survey
- New Survey Can Help You Keep Your Patients Safe
- ASCA 2021 Session Highlight: How to Make Your Electronic Health Record Implementation a Success
Government Affairs Update (March 11, 2021)
- Write to Congress to Stop Medicare Cuts
- ASCAPAC Seeks State Leaders for its Annual State Competition
- Reminder: ASC Quality Reporting Deadline is May 17
- OCR Announces Voluntary Resolution Regarding HIV Discrimination
- ASCA’s 60-Second Survey on COVID-19 Open through Friday
- New States Drop Elective Surgery Restrictions as Reopenings Continue
- ASCA 2021 Session Highlight: Minimize Fraud and Abuse with Internal Controls and Regular Audits
Government Affairs Update (March 4, 2021)
- ASCA Advocates for CMS Payment Policy Changes; Your Help Needed
- House Passes Pandemic Relief
- CMS to Apply Automatic MIPS Reweighting Due to Pandemic
- Access ASCA Resources on November 2019 CfC Changes
- Complete a 60-Second Survey, Help ASCA Advocate for Additional COVID Flexibilities
- ASCA 2021 Session Highlight: Signs of and Strategies to Prevent Narcotic Diversion
Government Affairs Update (February 25, 2021)
- Additional Coronavirus Relief Advances in US House
- Hearings Held for HHS Secretary Nominee Xavier Becerra
- Reports of Biden Administration Nominees to Lead CMS, CMMI
- Illinois Workers' Compensation Medical Fee Schedule Reform Bill Refiled
Government Affairs Update (February 18, 2021)
- House Committees Advance Additional COVID-19 Relief
- Congressional Committee Rosters Finalized
- ASCA Posts HOPD Rate Calculator
- HHS Appointments Announced; Becerra Hearing Next Week
- Don’t Lose Access to the Government Affairs Update—Renew Today
Government Affairs Update (February 11, 2021)
- Updated Medicare Payment Resources Posted
- Reminder: ASCQR Reporting Deadline is May 17; CMS Webinar to Discuss System Updates
- States Drop Elective Surgery Restrictions as Transmission Rates, Hospitalizations Fall
Government Affairs Update (February 4, 2021)
- ASCA Joins Coalition in Requesting Extension of Sequestration Waiver
- Work Continues on Next Relief Package
- ASCA’s Podcast Examines the Role of MedPAC and Its Relationship with ASCs
- Surgical Smoke Legislation Up for Consideration Again in 2021
Government Affairs Update (January 28, 2021)
- Public Health Emergency Declaration Likely to Last Until 2022
- Reminder: ASCQR Program Reporting Deadline May 17
- Biden Administration Fills Agency Positions
- Prentice Op Ed Featured in Modern Healthcare Magazine
- ASCA 2021 Session Highlight: DEA FAQs and Opioid Updates
Government Affairs Update (January 21, 2021)
- Biden Administration Announces Additional COVID-19 Relief
- Portal Registration Opens for Provider Relief Fund Reporting
- MedPAC Votes on ASC Payment Recommendations
- Kathy Wilson Named Executive Director of the ASC Quality Collaboration
- CMS Updates First-Quarter Medicare Rates
Government Affairs Update (January 14, 2021)
- CMS Finalizes Medicare Coverage of Innovative Technology
- CMS Provides Enforcement Flexibility for Exceeding 24-Hour Stays during PHE
- Public Health Emergency Extended
- Updated 2021 Medicare Rate Calculator Now Available
- January 27 ASCQR Program Webinar
Government Affairs Update (January 7, 2021)
- Updated 2021 Medicare Rate Calculator Now Available
- States Ease, Enact Elective Surgery Restrictions
- Host a Virtual Tour in the New Year
Government Affairs Update (December 17, 2020)
- House Passes Removing Barriers to Colorectal Cancer Screening Act
- 2021 Final Rule Rate Documents Added to ASCA Resources
- HHS Proposes Changes to HIPAA Privacy Rule
- The Joint Commission Revises H&P Requirements
- New State Elective Surgery Restrictions
- GA Update to Resume in the New Year
Government Affairs Update (December 10, 2020)
- 2021 Final Rule Payment Resources Posted
- Learn More about Medicare’s 2021 Final ASC Payment Rule
- Legislation Introduced to Extend Sequestration Moratorium
- HHS Publishes Final Rules Easing Stark Law and Anti-Kickback Statute
- ASCA Joins Coalition in Support of NOPAIN Act
- New State Elective Surgery Restrictions
- ASC Community Mourns Passing of Andrew T. King
Government Affairs Update (December 3, 2020)
- CMS Releases MPFS Final Rule
- ASCA Works with CMS on Flexibilities to Expand Services during COVID-19
- CMS Announces Most Favored Nation Drug Model
- ACIP Votes on Interim Vaccine Distribution Recommendation
- SBA Discloses Names of All PPP Recipients
- ASC Community Loses a Leader
Government Affairs Update (November 19, 2020)
- ASCA Urges Congress to Extend the Suspension of Sequestration
- Please Help ASCA Help You during COVID-19
- State Elective Surgery Updates
- ASCA Committee Volunteer Opportunities
Government Affairs Update (November 12, 2020)
- ASCA, AdvaMed and MDMA Join in Sending Letter to Congress
- Final Medicare ASC Payment Rule Delayed Due to COVID-19
- FDA Gives Emergency Use Authorization for COVID-19 Antibody Treatment
- ASCA Committee Volunteer Opportunities
- State Elective Surgery Updates
Government Affairs Update (November 5, 2020)
- ASCA Submits Comments on Medicare Coverage of Innovative Technology
- ONC Extends Information Blocking Compliance Date
- Update on General Election Results
- ASCA Promotes Ways ASCs are Protecting Patients and Staff during COVID-19
- Wanted: ASC Quality Collaboration Executive Director
Government Affairs Update (October 29, 2020)
- HHS Updates Reporting Requirements for PRF Recipients
- USPSTF Drafts New Colorectal Cancer Screening Recommendation
- FDA Publishes New Memorandum for States
- New State Restrictions and Testing Requirements on Elective Surgeries
- ASC Quality Reporting Program Updates
Government Affairs Update (October 22, 2020)
- ASCA Letter to Secretary Azar Requests Provider Relief Fund Reporting Requirement Changes
- Senate Democrats Block PPP Extension; Discussions Continue on Broader COVID Package
- CMS Announces All ASCs to Receive Full ASCQR Payment Update for CY 2021
- State Updates on Elective Surgery Restrictions
Government Affairs Update (October 15, 2020)
- CMS Announces New Repayment Terms for Accelerated and Advance Payments
- ASCA Updates Medicare Payment Resources
- ASC Quality Collaboration Survey Shows ASCs Operated Safely during Pandemic
- State Updates on Elective Surgery Restrictions
Government Affairs Update (October 8, 2020)
- ASCA Submits Comments on Proposed Medicare Payment Rules
- New Reporting Requirements for Provider Relief Fund Recipients
- Additional Provider Relief Funds Available
- ASCA Posts Q4 2020 Rate Documents
- Updated KNG Report on Medicare Cost Reductions Tied to ASCs Now Available Online
- Public Health Emergency Extended
Government Affairs Update (October 1, 2020)
- Last Week to Submit Comments on Medicare’s 2021 Proposed ASC Payment Rule
- Government Funding on Path for Passage, Congress Set to Recess
- Senator Daines Tours Montana ASC
Government Affairs Update (September 24, 2020)
- ASCs Reduced Medicare Costs by More than $28.7 Billion since 2011
- Make Your Voice Heard on Medicare’s 2021 Proposed ASC Payment Rule
- Government Funding Advances
- Update: State Restrictions on Elective Surgeries
Government Affairs Update (September 17, 2020)
- COVID-19 Package Does Not Advance Senate, Work Continues on Government Funding
- OCR Releases Security Risk Assessment Tool
- Make Your Voice Heard on Medicare’s 2021 Proposed ASC Payment Rule
- Tell Your Story During a Virtual Facility Tour
- Facility Guidelines Institute 2022 Edition Open for Comment Through September 30
Government Affairs Update (September 10, 2020)
- Comment on Medicare’s 2021 Proposed ASC Payment Rule
- New Podcast Episode: "Virtual Advocacy in the Time of COVID-19: Hosting Virtual ASC Tours"
- ASC Input Wanted to Help Define the 503B Bulk Drug Substances List
- California Ambulatory Surgery Association Notches Wins at End of Session
Government Affairs Update (September 3, 2020)
- Medicare Proposes Broader Coverage for Breakthrough Devices
- Facility Guidelines Institute 2022 Edition Open for Comment Through September 30
- National ASC Month Concludes, Virtual Advocacy Continues
- Register Now for the Next ASCQR Program Webinar
- Updates to State Restrictions on Elective Surgeries
Government Affairs Update (August 27, 2020)
- ASCA Signs Letter Supporting Legislation to Eliminate Provider Relief Fund Taxes
- ASCA Posts Cures Act Final Rule Web Page
- CMS Call: COVID-19 Lessons from the Front Lines
- Host a Virtual Facility Tour
- Congress Set to Return in September
- TJC Proposes New Requirements for the Performance Improvement Chapter Field Review
- Updates to State Restrictions on Elective Surgeries
Government Affairs Update (August 20, 2020)
- 2021 Proposed ASC Payment Rule Resources Now Available
- ASCA Members Change Nebraska Length of Stay Requirements
- Join Other ASCA Members in Hosting A Virtual Tour
- Congress to Return from Recess
- CDC Updated Criteria for Return to Work for Healthcare Personnel with COVID-19 (Interim Guidance)
Government Affairs Update (August 13, 2020)
- TODAY: CMS Will Host COVID-19 Stakeholder Call for ASCs
- Hospitals Without Walls Survey Results
- HHS Extends Deadline for Provider Relief Fund Phase 2 General Distribution
- 2021 Proposed Rule Rate Calculator Available
- ASCA Member Hosts Virtual Facility Tour for Congressman Tom Rice and Senator Scott’s office
- ASCQR Program ASC General Surgery Measure Dry Run
- ASCA Staff Discuss Medicare’s 2021 Proposed Payment Rule
Government Affairs Update (August 6, 2020)
- CMS Releases MPFS Proposed Rule
- ASC Proposed Payment Rule Released
- Negotiations Continue on Next COVID-19 Bill
- New Asked & Answered Interview Looks at the Future of ASC Quality Reporting
Government Affairs Update (July 30, 2020)
- ASCA Supports Legislation to Resolve Tax Issue
- HEALS Act Introduced
- Celebrate National ASC Month: Host a Virtual Facility Tour for Your Member of Congress
- Reminder: Please Complete Hospitals Without Walls Survey
- New Jersey Revises Executive Directive Regarding Testing
- HHS Provides Update on Reporting Requirements Under CARES Provider Relief Fund
- New Podcast Episode Looks at the Risks of Delaying Elective Surgical Care
Government Affairs Update (July 23, 2020)
- ASCA Member Call with CMS Administrator Verma
- CDC Updates Healthcare Personnel Return to Work Guidance
- Participate in ASCA’s New Virtual Facility Tour Program
- Infection Prevention-Focused Surveys
- Negotiations on Next COVID-19 Relief Bill Begin
- Appeals Court Upholds Hospital Site-Neutral Payment Policy
- ASC Quality Reporting Updates
Government Affairs Update (July 16, 2020)
- IRS Declares Provider Relief Funding Taxable
- Sign Up to Host a Virtual Facility Tour
- Hospitals to Report COVID-19 Data Directly to HHS
- Updates to State Restrictions on Elective Surgeries
- Wilcox, Leffler Honored During ASCA 2020
Government Affairs Update (July 9, 2020)
- Movement in the Appropriations Process
- Register Now for ASCA’s Virtual Facility Tour Training Webinar
- New Updates to State Restrictions on Elective Surgeries
- ASCA 2020 Virtual Conference & Expo Starts Today
Government Affairs Update (July 2, 2020)
- ASCA Advocates for New Set of Priorities in Next COVID-19 Bill
- ASCA Updates Medicare Payment Resources
- HHS Adds FAQs on Reimbursement Eligibility Regarding CARES Provider Relief Fund
- House and Senate Pass Legislation to Extend Availability of PPP
- ASCA 2020 Session Highlight: How to Build an Effective QAPI Program
- Updates to State Restrictions on Elective Surgeries
Government Affairs Update (June 25, 2020)
- Court Upholds CMS Price Transparency Rule
- CMS Announces Creation of New Burden Reduction Office
- Congressional Hearings on Coronavirus Response
- ASCA 2020 Session Highlight: Pharmaceutical Waste and Hazardous Drugs
- New Podcast Episode: “A Progress Report on Resuming Elective Surgery”
Government Affairs Update (June 18, 2020)
- Economic Injury Disaster Loan Reopens
- Changes to PPP Program
- ASCA Supports Re-Entry Guidance for Medical Device Representatives
- Healthcare Economist Beth Munnich, PhD, Takes Another Look at ASCs
- New Updates Provided by States on Elective Surgeries
Government Affairs Update (June 11, 2020)
- CMS Releases Guidance for Reopening Facilities
- CMS Releases Updated COVID-19 FAQs for Healthcare Facilities Including ASCs
- HHS Announces Additional Disbursement from Provider Relief Fund
- PPP Flexibility Act Signed into Law
- Reminder: ASCQR Program 2020 Reporting was Voluntary
- Restrictions on Elective Surgeries Continue to be Loosened
Government Affairs Update (June 4, 2020)
- Accrediting Organizations Set to Resume Some Surveys in June
- House Passes PPP Flexibility Bill
- CMS FAQs Address Testing Reimbursement for ASCs
- ASCA 2020 Virtual Conference & Expo Session Highlight: Medication Management Updates: General Practice and USP 797 & 800
- ASCA’s Advancing Surgical Care Podcast Looks at Ways COVID-19 is Affecting the Marketplace
Government Affairs Update (May 28, 2020)
- Providers Must Act by June 3 to Receive Additional CARES Provider Relief Funds
- New Fact Sheet for State and Local Governments: CMS Programs & Payment for Care in Hospital Alternate Care Sites
- ASCA 2020 Virtual Conference & Expo Session Highlight: Your Guide to CMS Emergency Preparedness Compliance
- Feedback Requested on Digital Tours and Your ASC
- SBA Provides Guidance on PPP Loan Forgiveness
- States Continue Move Towards Relaxing Restrictions on Elective Surgeries
Government Affairs Update (May 21, 2020)
- CARES Grant Attestation Deadline Approaching
- ASCA Submits Comments to CJR Proposed Rule
- PPP Loan Forgiveness Application and Updated Guidance Available
- Additional States Ease Restrictions on Elective Surgeries
- ASCs Reopen Across the Country
- ASCA 2020 Virtual Conference & Expo Session Highlight: OSHA, Friend or Foe?
Government Affairs Update (May 14, 2020)
- House Democrats Introduce the HEROES Act
- Certain Respirators from China May Not Provide Adequate Protection
- CMS Releases CY 2021 IPPS Proposed Rule
- Medicare Suppliers May Temporarily Enroll as Labs to Help Address COVID-19 Testing
- Last Reminder: ASCQR Program 2020 Reporting is Voluntary
- ASCA Members Resuming Surgery Invited to Use Free Toolkit
- Find Out What to Expect from the ASCA 2020 Virtual Conference & Expo
Government Affairs Update (May 7, 2020)
- ASCQR Program 2020 Reporting is Voluntary
- CMS Updates COVID-19 FAQs on Medicare FFS Billing
- CMS Temporarily Waives Requirement to Reappraise Medical Staff Privileges
- CMS Posts Audio of ASC Stakeholder Call
- Sequestration Suspended Through End of Year
- The Advancing Surgical Care Podcast: “Staying Compliant with the Paycheck Protection Program”
- 31 States Ease Restrictions on Elective Surgeries
Government Affairs Update (April 30, 2020)
- Help ASCA’s Advocacy Efforts: Complete the Financial Aid Survey Today
- ASCA Posts Hospital Outpatient Department (HOPD) Rate Calculator
- ASCs Focus on Flexibility and Rolling With Changes While Reopening
- Financial Information Required to Apply for Additional HHS Grant Money
- CMS Suspends Advance Payment Program
- Updated Resource to Assist with Anticipated Drug Shortages
Government Affairs Update (April 23, 2020)
- Senate Passes Legislation Extending Certain CARES Programs
- States Begin Easing Restrictions on Elective Surgeries
- CMS Releases Guidance on Resuming Elective Surgery
- Find Out How to Join CMS’ Hospitals Without Walls Program
- CARES Grant Attestation Portal Now Live
- ASCQR Program 2020 Reporting is Voluntary
Government Affairs Update (April 16, 2020)
- ASCA Confirms ASCs Eligible for CARES Act Grants
- Resources to Assist with Anticipated Drug Shortages
- ASCA 2020 Transitions to Virtual Conference & Expo
- States Provide Additional Waivers for ASCs During COVID-19 Outbreak
- States Considering Loosening Elective Surgeries Restrictions
- White House Announces Economic Revival Industry Groups
Government Affairs Update (April 9, 2020)
- CMS Releases Additional Guidance on Hospitals Without Walls Program
- Congressional Movement Towards Replenishing PPP Loan Program
- ASCA Sends Additional Letters on PPP Loan Program
- New ASCA Tool Helps ASCs Expand Services During COVID-19 Response
- Please Share Your COVID-19 Response Story with ASCA
- States Provide Updated Guidance on Elective Procedures During COVID-19 Pandemic
Government Affairs Update (April 2, 2020)
- ASCA Works with Administration to Secure Financial Assistance for ASCs
- CMS Expands ASCs’ Ability to Assist with COVID-19 Response
- CMS Provides Guidance for ASCs During COVID-19 Pandemic
- ASCs Eligible for Financial Relief Under CMS Accelerated and Advance Payment Program
- States Announce Additional Guidance on Elective Procedures During COVID-19 Outbreak
- Medicare Payment Resources Updated
- ASCA 2020 Conference & Expo Postponed
Government Affairs Update (March 26, 2020)
- ASCA Works with Federal Government on Ways ASCs Can Help During COVID-19
- HIPAA Guidance to Protect First Responders
- ASC Quality Reporting Program Update
- Waivers Being Issued in Response to COVID-19
- State Orders Regarding Elective Surgery During the COVID-19 Pandemic
Government Affairs Update (March 19, 2020)
- ASCA Provides Guidance for ASC COVID-19 Response, Posts Resources to Assist ASCs
- States Announce Guidance on Elective Procedures During COVID-19 Outbreak
- United States Senate Passes H.R. 6201: Families First Coronavirus Response Act
- ASCA Reschedules National Advocacy Day for September 23–24
Government Affairs Update (March 12, 2020)
- Emergency Funding for COVID-19 Response Signed into Law
- Update on CMS Survey Priorities, Resources on COVID-19
- ONC, CMS Release Final Rules on Electronic Health Information
- ASCA’s National Advocacy Day Postponed
- ASCA 2020 Session Highlight: How CMS Can Impact Surgery Migration to ASCs and Commercial Payer Contracting
Government Affairs Update (March 5, 2020)
- ASCA Representatives Meet with CMS Leadership
- House Opioid Task Force Agenda Includes NO PAIN Act
- Resources on Coronavirus
- Support Still Needed for the ASC Quality and Access Act
- ASCA 2020 Session Highlight: Federal Regulations for ASCs 101
Government Affairs Update (February 27, 2020)
- Feedback Requested on CMS Proposed Rule for CJR Total Joint Model
- Final Week to Register for National Advocacy Day and Scholarship
- HHS Secretary Testifies Before Congress on Budget and Coronavirus
- FINAL DAYS! Renew Membership or Lose Access to the Government Affairs Update
- Register Today for the 2020 State Leaders Conference
Government Affairs Update (February 20, 2020)
- Support Still Needed for the ASC Quality and Access Act
- Register for National Advocacy Day and Apply for an Advocate Scholarship
- APIC Releases New Coronavirus Fact Sheet
- ASCA 2020 Session Highlight: CMS Quality Reporting for ASCs
- Want to Keep Receiving the Government Affairs Update? Renew today!
Government Affairs Update (February 13, 2020)
- White House Proposes FY 2021 Cuts to HHS
- Bills to Address Surprise Medical Billing Advance
- National Advocacy Day is Quickly Approaching—Register Today
- Don’t Lose Access to the Government Affairs Update—Renew Today
Government Affairs Update (February 6, 2020)
- ASCA COO to Lead Association of Organ Procurement Organizations
- OCR Issues HIPAA Bulletin on Coronavirus
- Register Today for National Advocacy Day and Apply for a Scholarship
- ASCA 2020 Session Highlight: Is Your ASC Ready for a DEA Inspection?
- Three Weeks Left: Renew Your Membership to Keep Receiving Government Affairs Update
Government Affairs Update (January 30, 2020)
- ASCA Submits Comments on TRICARE Proposed Rule
- Updates Made to Medicare State Operations Manual, but More to Come
- Cardiologist Projects Increased Migration of Cardiac Procedures into ASCs/li>
- ASCA’s National Advocacy Day is Quickly Approaching!
- Thank You for Advocating for the Ambulatory Surgical Center Quality and Access Act
- One Month Left! Renew Your Membership to Keep Receiving Government Affairs Update
Government Affairs Update (January 23, 2020)
- ASCA Advocates for CMS Payment Policy Changes; Your Help Needed
- Register Today for This Year’s National Advocacy Day
- Register Today for the 2020 State Leaders Conference
- OAASC Mourns the Loss of Its Beloved Leader
- Five Weeks Remain to Renew Your ASCA Membership and Continue Receiving the Government Affairs Update
Government Affairs Update (January 16, 2020)
- Registration Now Open for ASCA’s National Advocacy Day
- What Procedures Should Be Added to the Medicare ASC-Payable List?
- Meet New ASCA Government Affairs Coordinator Maia Kunkel
Government Affairs Update (January 9, 2020)
- Make Advocacy a Part of Your New Year’s Resolution
- What Procedures Should Be Added to the Medicare ASC-Payable List?
- 2020 ASCAPAC “If Not Now, When?” State Competition
- Updated 2020 Medicare Payment Resources Now Available
- Quality Reporting Program Portal Access Delay
Government Affairs Update (December 19, 2019)
- Ambulatory Surgical Center Quality and Access Act of 2019 Introduced in US Senate
- Government Funding Bills Advance
- GA Update to Resume in the New Year
Government Affairs Update (December 12, 2019)
- MedPAC Approves Draft Recommendations for ASC Payments
- House Committee Holds Hearing on Universal Coverage
- Reminder: CMS Burden Reduction Rule Effective November 29
- Final Day to Submit Nominations to ASCA Board of Directors
Government Affairs Update (December 5, 2019)
- Defense Department Proposes Aligning TRICARE with Medicare
- Senate Committee Advances FDA Nominee
- Call for Nominations to ASCA Board of Directors
- 97 Percent of ASCs Meet ASC Quality Reporting Program Requirements
- Facility-Specific and Claims-Detail Reports Available for ASC-12
Government Affairs Update (November 21, 2019)
- ASCA Meets with CMS Survey and Certification and Clinical Standards Staff
- CMS Releases Price Transparency Final Rule
- Stopgap Legislation on Government Funding Passes the House
- Build Momentum for Critical ASC Legislation by Writing to your Member of Congress
Government Affairs Update (November 14, 2019)
- 2020 Final Rule Rate Documents Added to ASCA Resources
- OCR Penalizes Texas Health and Human Services $1.6 Million for HIPAA Violation
- Tentative Agreement on Government Funding
- 2020 Winter Seminar Session Highlight: ADA and FMLA Fundamentals
Government Affairs Update (November 7, 2019)
- 2020 Final Payment Rule Released; ASCA Rate Calculator Updated to Reflect Changes
- CMS Releases CY 2020 MPFS Final Rule
- Write to Your Member of Congress Today!
- Dr. Hahn Nominated for FDA Commissioner
- 2020 Winter Seminar Session Highlight: Patient Record Documentation 101
Government Affairs Update (October 31, 2019)
- Updated ASC Quality Reporting Program Public Data Now Available
- House Committee Holds Hearing on Safeguarding the Pharmaceutical Supply Chain
- Explore an Opioid Alternative for Postsurgical Pain Control
- 2020 Winter Seminar Session Highlight: Keys to Success: Your Quality Committee and QAPI Documentation
Government Affairs Update (October 24, 2019)
- New ASCA Resources for CMS Burden Reduction Rule Released
- House Committees Advance Legislation to Modify Medicare Parts B and D
- Single-Sheet Format for DEA Form 222 Becomes Effective October 30
- Leapfrog Releases Preliminary Survey Results
- 2020 Winter Seminar Session Highlight: 2020 Medicare Reimbursement and CPT Changes
Government Affairs Update (October 17, 2019)
- ASCA Comments Expressing Concerns with Proposed Fentanyl Production Quotas
- Meet New ASCA State Government Affairs Hire Stephen Abresch
- 2019 Leapfrog ASC Survey Closes November 30
Government Affairs Update (October 10, 2019)
- US Drug Enforcement Administration Proposes to Limit Production of Fentanyl
- CMS, OIG Release Proposed Rules Reforming Stark Law and Anti-Kickback Statute
- ASCA Rate Documents Updated to Reflect CMS Corrections
- Register Now for the Next ASCQR Program Webinar
Government Affairs Update (October 3, 2019)
- ASCA Submits Comments on CMS Proposed ASC Payment Rule
- Additional ASCA Member Resources to Help ASCs Comply with CMS’ Burden Reduction Rule
- ASCA Revises Rate Documents to Reflect CMS’ October 2019 Update
- ASCA’s National Advocacy Day
Government Affairs Update (September 26, 2019)
- ASCA Submits Comments in Response to CY 2020 MPFS Proposed Rule
- ASCA Signs On to Letter Asking Administration to Waive Cost Sharing for Colonoscopies
- CMS Finalizes Sweeping Changes Aimed at Reducing Regulatory Burdens
- ASCA Rate Calculator Updated to Reflect Medicare’s Fourth Quarter Rate Update
Government Affairs Update (September 19, 2019)
- Ambulatory Surgical Center Quality and Access Act of 2019 Introduced in US House of Representatives
- Judge Rules Against CMS Site-Neutral Policy
- One Week Left to Comment on Medicare’s Proposed Payment Rule
- 2020 Winter Seminar Session Highlight: Federal Regulations and Your ASC
Government Affairs Update (September 12, 2019)
- OCR Announces First Enforcement Action for Delaying Patient Access to Medical Records
- National ASC Month has a Strong Finish!
- CMS to Host Webinar on Quality Reporting Updates in 2020 Proposed Payment Rule
- We Need YOU to Comment on Medicare’s Proposed Payment Rule
Government Affairs Update (September 5, 2019)
- Registration for ASCA’s National Advocacy Day Closes Friday
- Take Advantage of ASCA’s 2020 Proposed Rule Payment Resources
- Bill Prentice Discusses Transparency, Surprise Billing and Network Adequacy
Government Affairs Update (August 29, 2019)
- Registration for ASCA’s National Advocacy Day Closes Friday
- Take Advantage of ASCA’s 2020 Proposed Rule Payment Resources
- Bill Prentice Discusses Transparency, Surprise Billing and Network Adequacy
Government Affairs Update (August 22, 2019)
- EPA Waste Management Rule Now Effective
- Chime in on Medicare’s 2020 Proposed ASC Payment Rule
- One Week Left to Register for ASCA’s National Advocacy Day
- ASC Quality Reporting Program Specifications Manual Now Available
- National ASC Month in Full Swing
Government Affairs Update (August 15, 2019)
- 2020 Proposed ASC Payment Rule Resources Available
- Registration for National Advocacy Day Closes August 31
Government Affairs Update (August 8, 2019)
- 2020 Proposed ASC Payment Rule Resources Now Available
Government Affairs Update (August 2, 2019)
- ASCA Efforts Acknowledged in Medicare’s 2020 Proposed Payment Rule
- CMS Releases CY 2020 MPFS Proposed Rule
- ASCA Government Affairs Staff Update
Government Affairs Update (July 25, 2019)
- ASCA’s Free Infographic Helps You Market Your ASC, Talk with Policymakers
- Make Sure You’re Using the Correct ASCA Medicare Payment Resources
- Votes on Legislation Addressing Surprise Medical Bills Unlikely Before August
- Register for National Advocacy Day Today
Government Affairs Update (July 18, 2019)
- HHS Seeks Feedback on Burden Reduction Measures
- Sign Up for a Facility Tour to Educate Your Lawmakers During ASC Month
- US House Energy and Commerce Committee Approves Legislation on Surprise Medical Bills
Government Affairs Update (July 12, 2019)
- Sign up for NAD Today and Receive an Expense Credit
- Judicial and Congressional Review of the ACA
- CMS to Host Webinar on ASCQR Program Preview Reports
- Leapfrog to Host Technical Assistance Calls for 2019 ASC Survey
Government Affairs Update (June 27, 2019)
- ASC Legislation Advanced by House Committee
- HELP Advances Legislation to End Surprise Medical Bills
- President Trump Issues Executive Order on Price Transparency
- CMS Releases July 2019 Rate Updates
- How Can Leapfrog’s New ASC Survey Help Your ASC?
- Two Days Left to Complete the 2019 ASCA Member Survey
Government Affairs Update (June 20, 2019)
- How ASCA Advocates for ASCs
- House of Representatives Passes Legislation Funding HHS
- MedPAC Releases June 2019 Report
- HHS Announces Organizational Changes
- HELP Committee Publishes Updated Legislation
Government Affairs Update (June 13, 2019)
- Congressional Hearings Focused on Healthcare
- Have You Seen ASCA’s New “Asked & Answered” Series?
- Join the Celebration of ASCA’s Members Next Week
Government Affairs Update (June 6, 2019)
- CMS Adjusts Physician Payments for Select Spine Procedures
- ASCA Submits Comments to Senate to Increase Transparency and Competition
- Sign Up for a Facility Tour for National ASC Month
- Celebrate ASCA Members During Member Appreciation Week
Government Affairs Update (May 30, 2019)
- HHS Proposes Burden Reductions for Section 1557 Requirements
- OCR Releases Fact Sheet on HIPAA Liability for Business Associates
- Supporting the ASC Quality and Access Act of 2019
- National Advocacy Day is Quickly Approaching
- ASCA’s Free Salary & Benefits Survey Closes Tomorrow
Government Affairs Update (May 23, 2019)
- ASCA Partners with AJRR to Encourage Registry Participation
- Congressional Hearing on Surprise Medical Billing
- ASCAPAC Supporters for May
- ASCA 2019 Wrap Up: Request CEs and Submit Suggestions for Next Year
Government Affairs Update (May 9, 2019)
- CMS Releases Draft of Hospital Co-Location Interpretive Guidance
- CMS Finalizes Rule Requiring Drug Price Disclosure in TV Ads
- ASCA’s 2019 State Leaders Conference Registration Closed
- 2019 ASCAPAC & Advocacy Fund “If Not Now, When?” State Competition: Final Week
- Volunteer to Serve on One of ASCA’s Committees
- New! ASCA 2019 Conference & Expo Livestream Pass Now Available
- Participate in ASCA’s 2019 Salary & Benefits Survey
Government Affairs Update (May 2, 2019)
- ASCQR Program Data Submission Deadline Less Than Two Weeks Away
- Health Subcommittee Holds Hearing on Prescription Drug Coverage Under Medicare
- ASCA Submits Comments to ONC on Information Blocking Rule
- FDA Releases Statement on 2019 Compounded Drug Priorities
- Florida Passes Bill for 23-Hour Stay in ASCs
- 2019 ASCAPAC & Advocacy Fund “If Not Now, When?” State Competition: Final Leg
- ASCA 2019 Session Highlight: Preventing Pharmacy Problems: Medication Shortages, Opioids, Diversion, Disposal and Antibiotic Stewardship
Government Affairs Update (April 25, 2019)
- HHS and CMS Unveil New Primary Care Initiatives
- Register Today for ASCA’s 2019 State Leaders Conference
- Don’t Miss Out on Exclusive Benefits at ASCA 2019
- ASCA 2019 Session Highlight: Total Joint Replacement Roundtable
- Q1 Benchmarking Data Collection Closes Tuesday
Government Affairs Update (April 18, 2019)
- ASCQR Program Data Submission Deadline Less Than Four Weeks Away
- Metro Health OAM Surgery Center Hosts Senate Staff for Facility Tour
- The Importance of Your Advocacy
- ASCA 2019 Session Highlight: Simple Steps to DIY Compliance with NFPA 99's Required Risk Assessments
Government Affairs Update (April 11, 2019)
- Senate Committee Continues to Analyze Drug Prices
- ASCQR Program Data Submission Deadline Less Than Five Weeks Away
- Register Today for ASCA’s 2019 State Leaders Conference
- ASCA Board Ballots Due Monday
- ASCA 2019 Session Highlight: Medicare Survey Trends and Strategies for Compliance
- Leapfrog Distributes Its New ASC Survey
Government Affairs Update (April 4, 2019)
- House Subcommittee Explores Solutions to Surprise Medical Bills
- ASCQR Program Data Submission Deadline Less Than Six Weeks Away
- Indiana Leads 2019 ASCAPAC & Advocacy Fund Competition
- ASCA 2019 Session Highlight: CMS Quality Reporting Compliance in 2019
Government Affairs Update (March 28, 2019)
- ASCA Revises Rate Documents to Reflect CMS’ April 2019 Update
- Health Subcommittee Convenes First Hearing
- Ask Your Representative to Support the CRC Act
- ASCA 2019 Session Highlight: Anti-Kickback, Stark and False Claims Act Compliance 101
- Applications for May CASC Exam Due Sunday
Government Affairs Update (March 21, 2019)
- MedPAC Releases 2019 Medicare Payment Recommendations
- ASCQR Program Data Submission Deadline is May 15, 2019
- State Legislative Sessions in Full Swing
- 2019 ASCAPAC & Advocacy Fund “If Not Now, When?” State Competition Continues
- Take Action for Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month
- Meet New ASCA Lobbyist Steve Selde
- ASCA 2019 Session Highlight: CMS Emergency Preparedness Compliance Guide
- ASCA Voting Representatives: Vote for ASCA’s Board of Directors
Government Affairs Update (March 14, 2019)
- ASCA Supports Improved Quality and Cost Transparency
- President Trump Releases FY 2020 Budget
- ASCA Member Hosts Facility Tour with Legislators
- 2019 ASCAPAC & Advocacy Fund “If Not Now, When?” State Competition
- Last Day to Submit Proposals: Company to Administer a Culture of Safety Survey for ASCA
- ASCA 2019 Session Highlight: Medicare Payment Policy Changes: Opportunities, Obstacles and Implications on Commercial Payers
Government Affairs Update (March 7, 2019)
- ASCA Nominee Selected for Payment Advisory Panel
- New Congress Introduces Removing Barriers for Colorectal Cancer Act
- ASCA Submits Comments to Senate on Reducing Health Care Costs
- ASCA’s 2019 National Advocacy Day Registration
- Request for Proposals: Company to Administer a Culture of Safety Survey for ASCA
Government Affairs Update (February 28, 2019)
- Updated ASC Quality Reporting Program Public Data Now Available
- “Medicare for All” Legislation Introduced in House of Representatives
- CMS Launched New Podcast for Stakeholders
- Last Chance to Complete Survey for 2020 ASC-Payable List Procedures
- 2019 ASCAPAC & Advocacy Fund “If Not Now, When?” State Competition
- Last Day: Renew Your ASCA Membership to Continue Receiving Government Affairs Update
- Request for Proposals: Company to Administer a Culture of Safety Survey for ASCA
- ASCA 2019 Early Bird Savings End Today
Government Affairs Update (February 21, 2019)
- ASCs Invited to Join Leapfrog and NHSN Town Hall Call on Outpatient Procedure Component
- What Procedures Should Be Added to the Medicare List for ASCs?
- CMS Makes Minor Changes to Emergency Preparedness Guidance
- Upcoming Medicare ASC Quality Reporting Program Webinar
- Joint Commission Updates Radiation Risks of Diagnostic Imaging; Sentinel Event Alert to Include Fluoroscopy
- 2019 ASCAPAC & Advocacy Fund “If Not Now, When?” State Competition
- ASCA 2019 Early Bird Savings End Next Thursday
- ASCA Members: Apply for ASCA’s Medical Mission Scholarship Program
Government Affairs Update (February 14, 2019)
- What Procedures Should Be Added to the Medicare ASC-Payable List?
- Montana Leads ASCAPAC and Advocacy Fund 2019 State Competition
- ONC, CMS Release EHR-Related Proposed Rules
- Two Weeks Left to Renew Your ASCA Membership to Continue Receiving Government Affairs Update
- Don’t Miss Out on Today’s ASCA 2019 Flash Sale
Government Affairs Update (February 7, 2019)
- ASCA Advocates for CMS Payment Policy Changes; Your Help Needed
- Register Today for ASCA’s 2019 State Leaders Conference
- 2019 ASCAPAC & Advocacy Fund State Competition: Montana Takes Lead
- ASCA 2019 Early Bird Discounts End This Month
- Join the New Infection Prevention Community on ASCA Connect
Government Affairs Update (January 31, 2019)
- CMS Leaders Speak at 2019 CMS Quality Conference
- Senate Committee Examines Drug Pricing in America
- 2019 ASCAPAC & Advocacy Fund “If Not Now, When?” State Competition
- Last Day to Apply for the March CAIP Exam
- 2018 Q4 Benchmarking Data Collection Period Closes Today
Government Affairs Update (January 24, 2019)
- MedPAC Approves Recommendations for ASC Payments
- CMS Announces New Prescription Drug Models
- Register Today for ASCA’s 2019 State Leaders Conference
- 2019 ASCAPAC & Advocacy Fund “If Not Now, When?” State Competition
- New Edition of Finance & Accounting for ASCs Now On Sale
- ASCA’s 2019 Webinar Series Begins Next Week
- Renew Your ASCA Membership Before It’s Too Late
Government Affairs Update (January 17, 2019)
- ASC Quality Reporting Program Resources
- Rosters Set for Important Congressional Committees
- 2019 ASCAPAC & Advocacy Fund “If Not Now, When?” State Competition
- 13th International Congress on Ambulatory Surgery Convenes in May
- Two Weeks Left to Apply for the March CAIP Exam
Government Affairs Update (January 10, 2019)
- 2019 Medicare Payment Resources Updated
- Staffing Changes at CMS
- ASCA Submits Nomination to Medicare Advisory Committee
- Register Today for ASCA’s 2019 State Leaders Conference
- 2019 ASCAPAC “If Not Now, When?” State Competition
- 2019 Winter Seminar Online Registration Closes Tomorrow
- Complete this ASCA/HealthCare Appraisers Survey and Earn $50
Government Affairs Update (December 20, 2018)
- ASCA Updates Website to Reflect Medicare’s 2019 Quality Reporting Requirements
- HHS Issues Statement on Texas ACA Ruling
- CMS Issues RFI on Accrediting Organizations
- OCR Issues RFI on HIPAA
- New Tools in ASCA’s State Association Resource Library
- Register by December 31 for the Best Rates on ASCA 2019
- Read the Latest Edition of ASC Physician Focus
- Government Affairs Update to Return January 3
Government Affairs Update (December 13, 2018)
- Senate Health Care Champion Solicits Ideas to Reduce Cost
- 340B CMP Rule Effective Date
- Extended Use Dates for Emergency Drugs
- Register Today for ASCA’s 2019 State Leaders Conference
- Save the Date: ASCA’s 2019 National Advocacy Day, September 24
- Register for ASCA 2019 by December 31 for the Best Rates
- Call for Nominations to ASCA Board of Directors
- Continue Being an ASC Advocate; Renew Your ASCA Membership for 2019
Government Affairs Update (December 6, 2018)
- ASCA Answers Questions about Medicare’s 2019 Quality Reporting Requirements
- 2019 ASC Public Reporting Preview Reports Now Available!
- MedPAC Draft Recommendations for ASC Payments
- Medicare Part D Drugs Proposal
- Government Report Announces Recommendations to Improve US Health Care
- Join ASCA CEO for an Exclusive Political Insider Briefing
- CMS to Grant Exceptions to ASCs Affected by Hurricane Florence
- Volunteer with ASCA and Give Back to the ASC Community
- One Day Left to Save on ASCA’s 2019 Winter Seminar
Government Affairs Update (November 29, 2018)
- ASCA Submitted Comments on Regulatory Burden Reduction Measures
- 2019 Final Rule Rate Documents Added to ASCA Resources
- Medicare Procedure Price Lookup Allows Patients to Compare Cost Across Sites of Service
- CMS Proposes Policies Intended to Lower Prescription Drug Costs
- Senate Committee Holds Hearing on Health Care Innovation
- One Week Left to Save $100 on ASCA’s 2019 Winter Seminar
Government Affairs Update (November 15, 2018)
- Comments on CMS Regulatory Burden Reduction Measures Due Monday
- Senate Committee to Hold Hearing on Health Care Innovation
- Midterm Elections: Do You Have a New Policymaker?
- Exclusive Political Insider Briefing
Government Affairs Update (November 8, 2018)
- 2019 Final Rule Rate Documents Added to ASCA Resources
- CMS Releases CY19 Physician Fee Schedule/QPP Final Rule
- Senate Committee to Hold Hearing on Health Care Innovation
- Midterm Elections: Do You Have a New Policymaker?
- Sign Up for ASCA’s Free CMS Quality Reporting Webinar
Government Affairs Update (November 1, 2018)
- CMS Accrediting Organization Recommendations Consistent with ASCA Comments
- HHS Announces New Payment Model Proposal for Medicare Prescription Drugs
- New Cosponsors for Colorectal Cancer Screening Bill
- Senate Committee to Hold Hearing on Health Care Innovation
- ASCA Submits Comment Letter in Washington Opposing Licensure Increases
- ASCA 2019 Conference & Expo Registration Now Open
Government Affairs Update (October 25, 2018)
- CMMI Leaders Discuss APM Progress
- Members of Congress Tour ASCs
- Join the Infection Prevention Track at ASCA’s 2019 Winter Seminar
- Q3 Benchmarking Data Collection Closes Wednesday
Government Affairs Update (October 18, 2018)
- CMS Proposes Requiring Drug Pricing in TV Ads
- Mary Mayhew Selected to Oversee Medicaid and CHIP
- Anthem Pays Landmark Settlement for 2015 Data Breach
- OMIDRIA Among Drugs and Biologicals Separately Payable as of October 1, 2018
- Leapfrog Announces Move into Outpatient Space
- Attend ASC Management Essentials Track at ASCA’s 2019 Winter Seminar
Government Affairs Update (October 11, 2018)
- CMS Announces Efforts to Strengthen Oversight of Medicare’s Accreditation Organizations
- Congressman Jimmy Panetta Tours California ASC
- ASCAPAC Honors Congressman John Larson
- Winter Seminar Early Bird Savings End Monday
- Participate in Orthopedic Survey for Chance to Win a Free ASCA 2019 Registration
Government Affairs Update (October 4, 2018)
- ASCA Rate Documents Updated to Reflect CMS October 2018 Update
- Congress Passes Opioid Crisis Response Legislation
- Winter Seminar Early Bird Savings End October 15
Government Affairs Update (September 27, 2018)
- ASCA Submits Comments on CMS Proposed ASC Payment Rule
- ASCA Rate Calculator Updated to Reflect CMS October 2018 Update
- Congress Reaches Agreement on Opioid Crisis Response Legislation
- Read the Latest Edition of ASC Physician Focus
Government Affairs Update (September 20, 2018)
- CMS Proposes Regulatory Burden Reduction Measures
- CMS Updates 2017 MIPS Scores
- ASC Representative Testifies in US Senate Hearing on Health Care Costs
- ASCs Praised During Congressional Hearing on Barriers to Health Care
- US Senate Passes Opioid Crisis Response Legislation
- Registration Now Open for ASCA’s 2019 Winter Seminar
Government Affairs Update (September 13, 2018)
- ASCA Submits Comments Regarding Proposed MPFS Updates
- Your Input Needed on Medicare’s 2019 Proposed ASC Payment Rule—New Template Added!
- Registration Open for Next CMS ASCQR Program Webinar
- ASCs Represented in Upcoming Senate Hearing on Health Care Costs
- US Senate Passes Veterans Affairs Funding Bill
- Interested in Volunteering?
- Scholarship Program for Global Medical Missions
Government Affairs Update (September 6, 2018)
- Your Input Needed on Medicare’s 2019 Proposed ASC Payment Rule
- ONC, OIG Issue New Requests for Information
- ASCA’s 2018 September National Advocacy Day
- Congressman Brian Fitzpatrick Tours ASC
Government Affairs Update (August 30, 2018)
- Your Input Needed on Medicare’s 2019 Proposed ASC Payment Rule
- Representative John Carter Tours Texas ASC
- One Day Left to Apply for the October CAIP and CASC Exams
Government Affairs Update (August 23, 2018)
- Your Input Needed on Medicare’s 2019 Proposed ASC Payment Rule
- Last Week for ASCQR Program Orthopedic and Urology ASC Measures Dry Run
- New Cosponsors for Colorectal Cancer Screening Legislation
- US Senate Continues Consideration of Health Care Appropriations Bill
- Request for Information: Pricing Transparency
- ASCA CEO William Prentice Discusses Recent Kaiser Health News/USA Today Article
- National ASC Month
- Member Focus Now Offers a Two For One
- One Week Left to Apply for the First-Ever CAIP Exam
Government Affairs Update (August 16, 2018)
- Your Input Needed on Medicare’s 2019 Proposed ASC Payment Rule
- ASCQR Program Orthopedic and Urology ASC Measures Dry Run Now Open
- US Senate to Consider Health Care Appropriations Bill
- Registration Deadline Tomorrow for ASCA’s 2018 September National Advocacy Day
- Two Weeks Left to Apply for the First-Ever CAIP Exam
Government Affairs Update (August 9, 2018)
- Kaiser Health News Article Released
- OCR Issues Guidance on Secure Disposal of Devices with PHI
- One Week Left to Register for ASCA’s 2018 September National Advocacy Day
- Apply Now for the CAIP and CASC October Exams
Government Affairs Update (August 2, 2018)
- 2019 Proposed ASC Payment Rule Summary and Rate Calculator Now Available
- ASCQR Program Orthopedic and Urology ASC Measures Dry Run Now Open
- New ASC Quality Compare Site Available
- ASCA Staff Holds Call with ONC Staff
- US Congressional Committee Examines Potential Reforms for MIPS and MACRA
- US Senate Committee Holds Hearing on Reducing Administrative Costs
- Massachusetts Provider Tax Victory
- Register for ASCA’s Webinar on Coding Challenges and Denials
- Application Periods for October CAIP and CASC Exams Now Open
Government Affairs Update (July 26, 2018)
- ASCA Efforts Acknowledged in Medicare’s 2019 Proposed Payment Rule
- US House of Representatives Passes ASC Bill
- Application Period for First-Ever CAIP Exam Opens Next Week
- Q2 Benchmarking Data Collection Closes Tuesday
Government Affairs Update (July 19, 2018)
- CMS Releases CY 2019 MPFS Proposed Rule
- FTC Submits Comments for HHS Drug Pricing Blueprint
- New Cosponsors for ASC Legislation
- US Congressional Committees Examine Health Care Costs
- US Congress Holds Hearing on Physician Referrals
- Congressman Rohrabacher Tours ASC
Government Affairs Update (July 12, 2018)
- ASCQR Program Announces Orthopedic and Urology ASC Measures Dry Run
- ASC Report Request in Federal Appropriations Bill
- Senator Patrick Toomey’s Staff Tours ASC
- Subscribe to ASCA’s Clinical & Operational Benchmarking Survey
Government Affairs Update (July 5, 2018)
- CMS Advances Medicare Advantage Demonstration
- What Procedures Should Be Added to the Medicare List for ASCs?
- Second Look: Congressional Committee Passes ASC Payment Transparency Act
- ASCA's Advocacy Program
- Q2 Data Collection Now Open for the Clinical & Operational Benchmarking Survey
Government Affairs Update (June 28, 2018)
- ASCA Rate Documents Updated to Reflect CMS July 2018 Update
- What Procedures Should Be Added to the Medicare List for ASCs?
- Joint Commission: Proposed New Requirements on Reducing Harm from Anticoagulant Therapy
- CMS Seeks Input on Stark Law
- New Cosponsors for ASC Bills
- Massachusetts ASCs Battle Provider Tax
- New Online Resources from ASCA Help ASCs Discuss Quality and Safety Concerns
Government Affairs Update (June 21, 2018)
- Congressional Committee Approves ASC Legislation
- ASCA Meets with CMS Survey and Certification and Clinical Standards Staff
- What Procedures Should Be Added to the Medicare List for ASCs?
- House Passes More Opioid Measures
- Senate Votes to Preserve Funding for CMMI
- OCR Issues New HIPAA Guidance Regarding Research
- Celebrate ASCA’s First Member Appreciation Week
Government Affairs Update (June 14, 2018)
- New Cosponsors for Ambulatory Surgical Center Quality and Access Act
- Bill Introduced to Study Non-Opioid Alternatives for Pain Management
- ASCAPAC's Monuments by Moonlight Tour
- ASCA's Advocacy Program
- Next Week is ASCA's First Member Appreciation Week
- Read the Latest Edition of ASC Physician Focus
Government Affairs Update (June 7, 2018)
- HHS Posts RFI Regarding Public-Private Health Care Innovation
- President Trump Signs VA Health Care Reform Bill
- ASCA’s 2018 June National Advocacy Day
- Don’t Miss ASCA’s Virtual Career Fair on June 14
Government Affairs Update (May 31, 2018)
- Colorectal Cancer Screening Guidelines Updated
- OCR Reminds Facilities to Consider Physical Security as Part of HIPAA
- Louisiana Grinds Through Special Session
- Applications for July CASC Exam Due Today
Government Affairs Update (May 24, 2018)
- US Senate Passes Veterans Health Care Reform
- Acting VA Secretary Named as Official Nominee
- NHSN Agreement to Participate and Consent Form Due June 15
- ASCA’s 2018 September National Advocacy Day
- Celebrate ASCA Members During Member Appreciation Week
Government Affairs Update (May 17, 2018)
- ASCA Meets with ONC Staff
- Congressional Panels Tee Up Opioid Response Legislation
- US House of Representatives Passes Veterans Health Care Reform
- ASCA’s 2018 National ASC Month
- Sign Up for ASCA’s Free Media Relations Webinar
- ASCA’s Virtual Career Fair: Recruit the Best Talent, Discover Quality Jobs
- ASC Focus Digital Debut: Crossing the Atlantic to be at ASCA 2018
Government Affairs Update (May 10, 2018)
- An Uncertain Future for CMMI
- Congress Continues Work on Legislation to Address Opioid Epidemic
- New Veterans Care Bill Approved by Congressional Committee
- May 15 Deadline for all Web-Based Quality Reporting Measures
- Registration Deadline Tomorrow: ASCA’s June National Advocacy Day
Government Affairs Update (May 3, 2018)
- Research Shows Fewer Post-Surgery Adverse Events in ASCs vs. HOPDs
- May 15 Deadline for all Web-Based Quality Reporting Measures
- States Look to Ballot Measures for Medicaid Expansion
- ASCA’s June National Advocacy Day: One Week Left to Register
- Applications for July CASC Exam Due May 31
Government Affairs Update (April 26, 2018)
- CMS Overhauls Meaningful Use in IPPS Proposed Rule
- May 15 Deadline for all Web-Based Quality Reporting Measures
- Opioid Epidemic Front and Center on Capitol Hill
- Congress Examines Innovation and Technology in Health Care
- New Cosponsors for Colorectal Cancer Screening Bill
- Thank You for Attending the 2018 ASCA State Leaders Conference
- Have You Registered for ASCA’s 2018 National Advocacy Day Yet?
- Clinical & Operational Benchmarking Survey Q1 Collection Closes Monday
Government Affairs Update (April 19, 2018)
- May 15 Deadline for all Web-Based Quality Reporting Measures
- 24-Hour Multi-Patient Use Endoscope Connectors: Risk of Cross-Contamination
- Thank You ASCAPAC and Advocacy Fund Contributors
- Don’t Forget to Register for ASCA’s 2018 June National Advocacy Day
- OSHA Updates Its Regulations
- ASCA Foundation Launches Medical Mission Scholarship Program
- ASCA Partners with MedTrainer to Launch ASCA Learning & Compliance Center
- ASCA Announces New Board Members and Officers
- ASCA Presents Nap Gary Legacy Award to Joel Gordon and Milla Perry Jones
Government Affairs Update (April 5, 2018)
- Medicare Rate Calculator Updated to Reflect Revised Drug and Biologicals Rates
- ASCA Staff Discusses ASC EHR Issues with ONC
- Web-Based Quality Reporting Deadline Quickly Approaching
- ASCA Endorses Legislation to Streamline Private-Sector Veterans Care
- ASCAPAC’s 2018 “If Not Now, When?” State Competition
- ASCA 2018 On-Site Registration Still Available
- Clinical & Operational Benchmarking Survey Q1 Data Collection Now Open
- Government Affairs Update to Return April 19
Government Affairs Update (March 29, 2018)
- ASCA Meeting with White House Domestic Policy Office
- Web-Based Quality Reporting Deadline Quickly Approaching
- FDA Releases Draft Guidance on Bulk Drug Compounding
- ASCA State Leaders Conference Registration Closed
- ASCAPAC’s 2018 “If Not Now, When?” State Competition
- ASCA 2018 Online Registration Closes Tomorrow
- Ballots for ASCA’s Board of Directors Due Saturday
Government Affairs Update (March 22, 2018)
- ASCA Rate Documents Updated to Reflect CMS April 2018 Update
- MedPAC Releases 2018 Medicare Payment Recommendations
- Congress Releases $1.3 Trillion Funding Measure
- Bipartisan Representatives Establish Health Care Innovation Caucus
- New Cosponsors for Colorectal Cancer Screening Bill
- ASCA State Leaders Conference Registration Closing
- ASCAPAC’s 2018 “If Not Now, When?” State Competition
- Vote for ASCA’s Board of Directors
- ASCA 2018 Member Discounts Still Available
Government Affairs Update (March 15, 2018)
- ASC Promotes Colon Cancer Awareness Month
- Joint Commission Field Review on Fluoroscopy
- Register for CMS Quality Reporting Program Webinar
- Oregon Legislature Passes Extended Stay Legislation
- ASCA’s 2018 “If Not Now, When?” State Competition
- ASCA’s Online Training Series Goes Mobile!
- ASCA 2018 Highlight: Pre-Meeting Workshops
Government Affairs Update (March 8, 2018)
- Momentum Building for Health Care Transparency
- Quality Reporting Deadline Reminders
- Administration Officials Talk Health IT at HIMSS18
- Advocacy: You Don’t Get What You Don’t Ask For
- ASCA 2018 Session Highlight: ASC Risk Areas Under the False Claims Act
Government Affairs Update (March 1, 2018)
- New Cosponsors for Colorectal Cancer Screening Bill
- ASCA State Leaders Conference Registration Open
- ASCAPAC
- ASCA 2018 Session Highlight: 2018 Federal Regulatory Policy: What You Need to Know
- Read the Latest Edition of ASC Physician Focus
Government Affairs Update (February 22, 2018)
- CMS Releases Revised 2018 Payment Rates; Rate Calculator Updated
- New CDC Requirement for ASC-8 Reporting and Upcoming ASCQR Program Webinar
- ASCA Nominates Marian Lowe to the Medicare Payment Advisory Commission
- ASCA Staff Testify Before Vermont Senate Committee on Health and Welfare
- ASCA State Leaders Conference Registration Open
- Representative Roskam Tours Midwest Center for Day Surgery
- ASCAPAC
- ASCA Welcomes New Staff Members
- One Day Left to Save $100 on ASCA 2018
- Last Call to Renew Your 2018 ASCA Membership
Government Affairs Update (February 15, 2018)
- ASCA Advocates for Payment Policy Changes at CMS
- President Trump Releases FY 2019 Budget
- HHS Secretary Defends President’s Budget in Congress
- Congressional Investigative Panel Discusses Health Care Consolidation
- New Cosponsor for Colorectal Cancer Screening Bill
- Register Today for the 2018 ASCA State Leaders Conference
- ASCAPAC’s 2018 “If Not Now, When?” State Competition
- One Week Left to Save on ASCA 2018 Registration
- CMS to Grant Exceptions to ASCs Affected by Natural Disasters
Government Affairs Update (February 8, 2018)
- Federal Budget Negotiations Include Medicare Provisions
- State Leaders Conference Registration Open
- Congresswoman Sewell Visits Outpatient CareCenter
- ASCAPAC’s 2018 “If Not Now, When?” State Competition
- Time Running Out for ASCA 2018 Early Bird Savings
- Call for Nominations for BASC Board of Directors
Government Affairs Update (February 1, 2018)
- FDA Releases Compounding Guidances, Details 2018 Policy Priorities
- Congress Holds Hearing on Drug Quality and Security Act
- New Cosponsor for Colorectal Cancer Screening Bill
- ASCA’s 2018 National Advocacy Day Registration is Open
- ASCAPAC’s 2018 “If Not Now, When?” State Competition
- ASCA 2018 Early Registration Discounts End This Month
- BASC Launches New Credential for ASC Infection Preventionists
- Renew ASCA Membership to Continue Receiving Government Affairs Update
Government Affairs Update (January 25, 2018)
- ASC Quality Reporting Program Reminders
- Congress Funds the Government Until February 8
- Senate Confirms Alex Azar as HHS Secretary
- Rhode Island Introduces Bill to Require Certification of Central Service Technicians
- State Leaders Conference Registration Open
- 2018 ASCAPAC “If Not Now, When?” State Competition
- ASCA Advocacy
- Network with Your Peers at ASCA 2018
- Q4 2017 Benchmarking Data Due Next Week
Government Affairs Update (January 18, 2018)
- New CDC Requirement for ASC-8 Reporting
- MedPAC Votes on ASC Payment Recommendations
- New Cosponsors for Colorectal Cancer Screening Bill
- New Jersey Governor Signs ASC Bill into Law Before Leaving Office
- 2018 ASCAPAC “If Not Now, When?” State Competition
- Get the Latest Regulatory Updates at ASCA 2018
Government Affairs Update (January 11, 2018)
- CMS Clarifies Surveyor Memo on Texting of Patient Information
- ASC-13 Clarification: Sampling Will Be Reported
- Register for Upcoming ASCQR Program Webinar
- Kaiser Health News/USA Today Article about ASCs in Progress
- Congressman Roskam Named Health Subcommittee Chairman
- 2018 ASCAPAC “If Not Now, When?” State Competition
Government Affairs Update (January 4, 2018)
- Medicare Rate Calculator Updated to Reflect December Correction Notice
- CMS Releases Surveyor Memo on Texting of Patient Information among Health Care Providers
- Congress Waives Automatic Cuts to Medicare
- Senator Hatch to Retire
- New Cosponsors for Colorectal Cancer Screening Bill
- State Legislatures Kick Off 2018 Session
- ASCAPAC State Competition
- ASCA Advocacy Calendar
Government Affairs Update (December 21, 2017)
- Updated ASC Quality Reporting Program Data Now Available
- ASC Quality Reporting Program Specifications Manual Released
- Extended Use Dates Provided by Pfizer to Assist with Emergency Syringe Shortages
- OCR Updates HIPAA Resources in Response to Opioid Crisis
- Join the Nevada Surgery Center Association at ASCA’s Winter Seminars
- 2018 National Advocacy Day: New September Date
- Government Affairs Update to Return January 4
Government Affairs Update (December 14, 2017)
- Congress Poised to Remove $1 Billion from Physician Payments and Extend Medicare Sequester
- New Cosponsor for Ambulatory Surgical Center Quality and Access Act
- ASCAPAC
- CMS Granting Exceptions to ASCs Affected by Natural Disasters
- Winter Seminar Early Registration Discounts End Tomorrow
- Call for Nominations to ASCA Board of Directors
Government Affairs Update (December 7, 2017)
- MedPAC Signals It Will Recommend No Payment Update for ASCs in 2019
- Clarification on CMS Transitional Pass-Through Policy
- Senate Committee Approves Measure to Expedite Reimbursement for Veterans Care
- CMS Provides MACRA Resources
- Florida Moves One Step Closer to 23-Hour Stays for ASCs
- Early Registration Discounts for Winter Seminars End Next Week
- Call for Nominations to ASCA Board of Directors
Government Affairs Update (November 30, 2017)
- Support Grows for the Ambulatory Surgical Center Quality and Access Act
- Join the Nevada Surgery Center Association at ASCA’s Winter Seminars
- Colorado ASC Leaders Support Representative Doug Lamborn
- Arizona State Senator Tours ASC
- Read the Latest Edition of ASC Physician Focus
- Register for ASCA’s Webinar on Medicare’s 2018 Final Rule
Government Affairs Update (November 22, 2017)
Government Affairs Update (November 16, 2017)
- Important Medicare Payment Policy Changes to Know for 2018
- President Trump Nominates Alex Azar for HHS Secretary
- Register Now to Save on ASCA’s Winter Seminars
Government Affairs Update (November 9, 2017)
- 2018 Final Rule Rate Documents Added to ASCA Resources
- CMS Publishes CY 2018 Final Rules for QPP and MPFS
- Emergency Preparedness Deadline Less Than One Week Away!
- Join the Nevada Surgery Center Association at ASCA’s Winter Seminars
- Protect Your ASC from Regulatory and Legal Risk in 2018
Government Affairs Update (November 2, 2017)
- 2018 Final Payment Rule Released
- Emergency Preparedness Deadline Less Than Two Weeks Away!
- FDA Announces Sodium Chloride 0.9% Injection Bag Shortage
- Senators Introduce Legislation on Single-Use Drug Waste
- Illinois ASC Association Holds First Meeting
- Texas State Representative Lance Gooden Tours ASC
- CMS Granting Exceptions to ASCs Affected by Natural Disasters
- ASCA 2018 Registration Now Open
Government Affairs Update (October 26, 2017)
- Dueling Health Care Proposals
- Join the Nevada Surgery Center Association at ASCA’s Winter Seminars
- ASCA Advocacy: Get Involved
- Use Benchmarking to Drive QAPI
- Take Advantage of Member Savings for ASCA’s Winter Seminars
Government Affairs Update (October 19, 2017)
- Emergency Preparedness Deadline Quickly Approaching
- MIPS Virtual Group Election Period Opens
- Join the Nevada Surgery Center Association at ASCA’s Winter Seminars
- ASCA Advocacy: Get Involved
- Lead Your ASC to Success in 2018 with ASCA’s Winter Seminars
- Go Behind the Scenes of ASC Management with New Book
Government Affairs Update (October 12, 2017)
- Hargan Named Acting HHS Secretary
- Update on Medicare Payment Rules for 2018
- Bipartisan Senate Health Care Efforts Resume
- Join the Nevada Surgery Center Association at ASCA’s Winter Seminars
- Make 2018 Your Best Year Yet with ASCA’s Winter Seminars
Government Affairs Update (October 5, 2017)
- HHS Secretary Price Resigns; ASCA Regulatory Efforts Continue
- New CDC Requirement for ASC-8 Reporting
- ASCQR Program Preview Reports Available Through October 31
- Medicare Red Tape Relief Project
- Representative David Schweikert Meets with ASCA Members
- Enjoy Member Savings for ASCA’s 2018 Winter Seminars
- Renew Your ASCA Membership for 2018
Government Affairs Update (September 28, 2017)
- ASCA Payment Resources Updated to Reflect Medicare’s Fourth Quarter Rate Update
- MIPS Reminder: Begin Collecting Data by 10/2 for Full 90-Day Reporting
- CMS Renews Approval of AOA/HFAP as National Accrediting Organization for ASCs
- Graham-Cassidy Falls Short
- ASCA Hosts Meeting on Future of Outpatient Care
- Save the Dates: 2018 National Advocacy Day
- Protect Your Patients and ASC with ASCA’s New Infection Prevention Seminar
- CMS to Grant Exceptions to ASCs Affected by Maria
Government Affairs Update (September 21, 2017)
- ASCA Convenes Monthly EHR Stakeholder Group
- To Repeal or Not to Repeal
- Register for CMS Webinar on Public Reporting of ASC Quality Reporting Data
- New Louisiana Regulations Allow For 23-Hour Stay
- ASCA Signs On to Letter Expressing Concerns with BCBS of Tennessee Pathology Policy
- Congressional Members and Staff Visit ASCs
- ASC Focus Launches Member Focus Section
- CMS to Grant Exceptions to ASCs Affected by Irma
- Volunteers Wanted
Government Affairs Update (September 14, 2017)
- ASCA Submits Comments on Medicare Physician Fee Schedule Updates
- Health Care Still a Priority in the Senate
- Updated: CMS to Grant Exceptions to ASCs Affected by Harvey
- ASCA Seeks Your Feedback on Burdens and Challenges
- Reduce Your Regulatory and Legal Risk
Government Affairs Update (September 7, 2017)
- ASCA Submits Comments on CMS Proposed Payment Rule
- Congress Faces Looming Deadlines in September
- HIPAA Biannual Update
- CMS Requests Feedback on Quality Payment and Reporting Program User Experience
- CDC to Host Q&A Session on Collecting Health Care Personnel Influenza Vaccination Data
- ASCAPAC National State Campaign Co-Chairs
- CMS to Grant Exceptions to ASCs Affected by Harvey
- Meet New ASCA Lobbyist Jeff Evans
- Volunteers Wanted
- Maximize Your ASC's Reimbursements with ASCA's Winter Coding Seminar
Government Affairs Update (August 31, 2017)
- OSHA Updates its Regulations
- Your Input Needed on Medicare’s 2018 ASC Proposed Payment Rule
- State and Federal Representatives Visit ASCs Across the Country
- CDC to Host Q&A Session on Collecting Health Care Personnel Influenza Vaccination Data
- Register for ASCA’s 2018 Winter Seminars
Government Affairs Update (August 24, 2017)
- ASCA Submits Comments in Response to CY 2018 MACRA Program Updates
- CMS Announces Launch of Quality and Certification Oversight Reports Website
- Your Input Needed on Medicare’s 2018 ASC Proposed Payment Rule
- Members of Congress Visit ASCs Across the Country
- ASCAPAC
- Applications for October CASC Exam Due August 31
Government Affairs Update (August 17, 2017)
- Your Input Needed on Medicare’s 2018 ASC Proposed Payment Rule
- CMS Proposes Cancelation of Certain Bundled Payment Models
- Pennsylvania Officials Tour ASCs
- Access High-Quality, Affordable Online Training
Government Affairs Update (August 10, 2017)
- ASCA Representatives Meet with HHS
- Quality Reporting Deadline for Web-Based Measures Less Than a Week Away!
- Refresher on ASCA HIPAA Resources
- Happy National ASC Week!
- Request for Information on Tricare Billing Issues
- Volunteers Wanted
- Free OAS CAHPS Webinar Looks at What ASCs Should Do Now
Government Affairs Update (August 3, 2017)
- IPPS Final Rule Released; Changes Made In Line with ASCA Comments
- Quality Reporting Deadline for Web-Based Measures Less Than Two Weeks Away!
- ASCA Announces Free Webinar on OAS CAHPS Survey
- Read the New Edition of ASC Physician Focus
Government Affairs Update (July 27, 2017)
- Analysis of 2018 Proposed ASC Payment Rule and Proposed Rule Rate Calculator Now Available
- CMS Quality Reporting Program: 2017 Mid-Year Reports Available
- Senate Debates Repeal and Replace Legislation
- House Committee Announces Medicare Red Tape Relief Project
- Congressman Bergman Tours Michigan ASC
- Registration Now Open for ASCA’s 2018 Winter Seminars
Government Affairs Update (July 20, 2017)
- ASCA Efforts on Joint Replacement Acknowledged in Proposed Payment Rule; Now We Need Your Help
- CMS Releases Proposed Updates to 2018 Medicare Physician Fee Schedule
- Quality Reporting Deadline for Web-Based Measures Less Than Four Weeks Away!
- House Committee Requests Study on ASC Volume Migration
- New Nevada Surgery Center Association Interim Board Moves Forward
- Wisconsin Surgery Centers Applaud Senate Republicans for Action on ASC Assessment in Budget Proposal
- Build a Relationship with Your Member of Congress
- Akorbi Partnership Provides ASCA Members with Language Services at a Discount
Government Affairs Update (July 13, 2017)
- Constituent Meetings Lead to New Cosponsors for Key ASC Legislation
- QualityNet Deadline Quickly Approaching: Start the Reporting Process Now
- Build a Relationship with Your Member of Congress
- Colorectal Cancer Legislation Builds Momentum in Congress
Government Affairs Update (July 6, 2017)
- Several State Legislatures Adjourn Without Budgets
- Arizona Ambulatory Surgery Center Association Gives Back
- ASCAPAC
- ASCA Benchmarking Q2 Data Collection Now Open
Government Affairs Update (June 29, 2017)
- ASCA Payment Resources Updated to Reflect Medicare’s Third Quarter Rate Update
- Senate Introduces Health Reform Legislation
- Constituent Meetings Lead to New Cosponsors for Key ASC Legislation
- Emergency Preparedness Tools: Cyber Attack Response Checklist
- Educate Your Lawmakers
- Last Chance to Request ASCA 2017 CE Credits
Government Affairs Update (June 22, 2017)
- CMS Releases QPP Proposed Rule
- ASCA Participates in Roundtable Discussion with Secretary Price, Administrator Verma
- Constituent Meetings Lead to New Cosponsors for Key ASC Legislation
- ASCA Participates in FDA Listening Session on Compounding Pharmacies
- Hospira Recalls Sodium Bicarbonate, Other Products Over Microbial Growth
- Emergency Preparedness Tools: Cyber Attack Response Checklist
Government Affairs Update (June 15, 2017)
- ASCA Submits Comments in Response to IPPS Payment Rule
- ASCA Meets with CMS Survey & Certification and Clinical Standards Staff
- Constituent Meetings Lead to New Cosponsors for Key ASC Legislation
- American Medical Association Sets New Policy on Colorectal Cancer Screening
- ASCA and Colorado ASC Association Comment on Proposed Regulatory Changes
- Educate Your Lawmakers
- Administrator Survey Winners
- Save Time and Money with the ASCA Asset Network
Government Affairs Update (June 8, 2017)
- Emergency Preparedness Interpretive Guidelines Released
- Claims-Based Quality Reporting: Make Sure You Are on Track
- Representative Doug Lamborn Tours Pinnacle Surgery Center
- ASCA and Healthcare Asset Network Launch ASCA Asset Network
Government Affairs Update (June 1, 2017)
- Reps. Devin Nunes (R-CA) and John Larson (D-CT) Send Letter to Secretary Price
- New Cosponsors Added to Key ASC Legislation
- ASCA Announces New Nevada Surgery Center Association
- ASCAPAC
- Register Today with the Total Joint Registry to Save Big!
Government Affairs Update (May 25, 2017)
- Please Be Aware of these Quality Reporting Program Issues
- President Releases Proposed Federal Budget
- Congressional Budget Office Evaluates American Health Care Act
- National ASC Week
- Results Now Available from ASCA’s Salary Survey
Government Affairs Update (May 18, 2017)
- National Advocacy Day Leads to New Cosponsors for Key ASC Legislation
- DEA Warns of Fax-Based Phishing Scam
- CMS Seeks Nominations for Quality Measurement Panel (Due: May 26)
- North Carolina Legislature Debates Certificate of Need Reform
- ASCA Forms Partnership with SPH Analytics for OAS CAHPS Survey
- Tool: Check Whether You’re Included in MIPS
- National ASC Week
- ASCA 2017 Attendees: We Need Your Feedback!
- ASC Administrator Survey
- New Policy Analyst at ASCA
Government Affairs Update (May 11, 2017)
- ASCA Representatives Meet with HHS
- Less Than One Week Left to Report on ASC-8!
- 2017 National Advocacy Day
- ASCAPAC at ASCA 2017
- ASCA 2017 Attendees: We Need Your Feedback!
- Register Today with the Total Joint Registry to Save Big!
Government Affairs Update (April 27, 2017)
- Issues Impacting ASCs in IPPS Rule
- CMS Releases Emergency Preparedness Guidance
- Less Than Three Weeks Left to Report on ASC-8!
- Time is Running Out—Don’t Miss the 2017 State Leaders Conference!
- ASCAPAC at ASCA 2017
- On-Site Registration Still Available for ASCA 2017
- Government Affairs Update to Return May 11
Government Affairs Update (April 20, 2017)
- Colorectal Cancer Legislation Builds Momentum in Congress
- Time is Running Out—Don’t Miss the 2017 State Leaders Conference!
- ASCAPAC at ASCA 2017
- Voting Closes Friday for ASCA’s Board of Directors
Government Affairs Update (April 13, 2017)
- New Cosponsors Added to Key Legislation
- Time to Start Reporting on Quality Reporting Program Measure ASC-8!
- Time is Running Out—Don’t Miss the 2017 State Leaders Conference!
- “If Not Now, When?”
- Member Discounts Still Available for ASCA 2017
- CMS Hosts Emergency Preparedness Requirements Final Rule Training Call
Government Affairs Update (April 6, 2017)
- FDA Nominee Testifies Before HELP Committee
- ASCA Rate Calculator Updated to Reflect CMS April 2017 Update
- Connecticut Association of Ambulatory Surgery Centers Hosts Legislative Day at the Capitol
- State Leaders Conference Registration Open!
- ASCAPAC VIP Dinner Cruise
- “If Not Now, When?”
Government Affairs Update (March 30, 2017)
- Key ASC Legislation Introduced in US House of Representatives
- ASCA Payment Resources Revised to Reflect CMS April 2017 Update
- Time to Start Reporting on Quality Reporting Program Measure ASC-8!
- State Leaders Conference Registration Open!
- ASCAPAC VIP Dinner Cruise
- Last Chance to Participate in ASCA’s Free Salary Survey
- Top-Notch Education Opportunities at ASCA 2017
Government Affairs Update (March 23, 2017)
- ASCA Meets with CMS Innovation Center
- If Not Now, When?
- ASCA 2017 Early Registration Deadline Extended Through March 24
- Don’t Miss Out on ASCA’s Free Salary Survey
Government Affairs Update (March 16, 2017)
- ASCA Meets with CMS Regarding Payment Policy
- Leadership at CMS and FDA Take Shape
- CBO Releases Analysis of American Health Care Act
- ASCA State Leaders Workshop Registration Open
- ASCAPAC VIP Dinner Cruise
- One Day Left to Save $100 on ASCA 2017
- Participate in ASCA’s Free Salary Survey
- ASC Quality Reporting Program Contractor Available to Help with Reporting
Government Affairs Update (March 9, 2017)
- ASCA Nominates Marian Lowe to Serve on MedPAC
- House Committees Release and Mark Up ACA Repeal and Replace Legislation
- Location Change: New Illinois ASC Association Holds Membership Luncheon
- Nevada ASCs Form New State Association
- ASCA State Leaders Workshop Registration Open
- Register for National Advocacy Day
- One Week Left to Save on ASCA 2017 Registration
Government Affairs Update (March 2, 2017)
- Senate Finance Committee Moves CMS Administrator’s Nomination Forward
- What Procedures Should Be Added to the Medicare List for ASCs?
- Register for National Advocacy Day
- ASCA 2017 Early Registration Discount Ends March 17
Government Affairs Update (February 23, 2017)
- What Procedures Should Be Added to the Medicare List for ASCs?
- Colorectal Cancer Legislation Introduced in Congress
- NHSN Account Activation Reminder
- Call for Orthopedic Technical Panel Members
- New Illinois Ambulatory Surgery Center Association Invites ASCs to a Membership Luncheon!
- Nevada Surgery Center Association Invites ASCs to Learn About New Membership Opportunities!
- Don’t Miss Out—Renew Your ASCA Membership by February 28!
- Your Solutions Center is at ASCA 2017
Government Affairs Update (February 16, 2017)
- Leadership at HHS Continues to Take Shape
- Register for National Advocacy Day
- ASCA Member Resource Reminder: Section 1557 Nondiscrimination Requirements
- Maintain Access to All Your ASCA Benefits—Renew before February 28!
- Network with Your Peers at ASCA 2017
Government Affairs Update (February 9, 2017)
- ASCA Staff and Leadership Meet with MedPAC
- ASCA’s MedPAC Nominee Conducts Meetings on Capitol Hill
- Meaningful Use Attestation Deadline is March 13
- Benefits End Soon—Renew Your ASCA Membership Today!
- Get the Latest Regulatory News at ASCA 2017
Government Affairs Update (February 2, 2017)
- Web-based Measure Submission to QualityNet Secure Portal Delayed for Payment Year 2018
- Despite Protests, Dr. Price’s Nomination to HHS Advances
- HIPAA Biannual Update
- Register Today for ASCA 2017
- Benefits End Soon—Renew Your ASCA Membership Today!
- A Few Quick Questions on OAS CAHPS and Translation Providers
Government Affairs Update (January 26, 2017)
- Make Sure to Use Current Medicare Rate Documents
- FDA Releases Final Guidance on Compounding Pharmacies
- Senate Finance Committee Holds HHS Confirmation Hearing
- Get Involved to Make a Difference for Your ASC!
- Register Today for a Free Webinar on Total Joint Registry Participation!
- ASCA’s Salary and Benefits Survey Opens February 1
Government Affairs Update (January 19, 2017)
- MedPAC Recommends Eliminating Update for ASCs in 2018
- CMS Warns Against Cyber Attacks
- Senate HELP Committee Holds HHS Confirmation Hearing
- Don’t Forget to Register for National Advocacy Day!
- Register Today for a Free Webinar on Total Joint Registry Participation!
Government Affairs Update (January 12, 2017)
- Update on Safe Harbor for Free Patient Transportation and Gifts of Nominal Value
- ASCA Quality Resources Updated
- Register Today for a Free Webinar on Total Joint Registry Participation!
- Senate Paves the Way for ACA Repeal and Replace Legislation
- Massachusetts Department of Public Health Announces New ASC Regulations
Government Affairs Update (January 5, 2017)
- Medicare Rate Calculator Updated to Reflect December 30 Correction Notice
- Joint Commission & CMS Disallow Text Messaging to Transmit Patient Care Orders
- Powdered Glove Ban Effective January 18, 2017
- Congress Begins Work in the 115th Congress
- State Legislatures Kick Off 2017 Session
- Make Sure Congress Hears What You Have to Say
- New Marketing Communications Manager at ASCA
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