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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’s Burden Reduction Rule
ASCA Revises Rate Documents to Reflect CMS’s 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)
ASCA Gives Back!
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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