Thursday · August 6

Welcome to the Advocacy Lounge

Your Voice. Your Advocate.

Behind every legislative victory, regulatory improvement and policy advancement is a commitment to protecting the future of ambulatory surgery. Through your membership, ASCA represents the interests of ASCs before Congress, federal agencies and key decision-makers—working every day to ensure your voice is heard.

Advocacy Is One of ASCA's Most Valuable Member Benefits

Advocacy is one of ASCA's most valuable member benefits. Watch as Mandy Hawkins, Chief Operating Officer, Three Hawks Advisors, shares how ASCA champions the ASC community and why every member helps strengthen our collective voice.

Celebrating National ASC Month

Every August, ASCA proudly recognizes National ASC Month—a time to celebrate the ambulatory surgery centers that provide high-quality, patient-centered care in communities across the country.

Throughout the month, we shine a spotlight on the dedicated physicians, nurses, administrators and healthcare professionals whose commitment to excellence makes the ASC industry stronger every day.

As we celebrate National ASC Month, we also thank our members for advancing the future of ambulatory surgery through leadership, innovation and advocacy.

Continue the celebration! Explore National ASC Month resources, downloadable materials and ways to recognize your team throughout August.

Explore National ASC Month

A Message from Mandy Hawkins, Chief Operating Officer, Three Hawks Advisors

Advocacy in Action

Federal Advocacy

ASCA represents the interests of ambulatory surgery centers before Congress, working to advance legislation that protects patients, supports physicians and strengthens the future of ASC care.

Medicare & Reimbursement

ASCA advocates for fair Medicare payment policies and works with federal agencies to ensure ASCs are recognized as a high-quality, cost-effective site of care.

Regulatory Affairs

From proposed regulations to final rules, ASCA monitors federal policy, submits comments on behalf of members and works to reduce unnecessary administrative burdens on ASCs.

Grassroots Action

Advocacy is strongest when members get involved. ASCA provides the resources and opportunities for members to connect with lawmakers and help shape the future of ambulatory surgery.

💡 Did You Know?

Did you know?

ASCA advocates year-round—not just when Congress is in session. The association works continuously with lawmakers, federal agencies and policymakers to advance the interests of ambulatory surgery centers.

Did you know?

Every August, ASCA celebrates National ASC Month, recognizing the outstanding care provided by ambulatory surgery centers and the professionals who make it possible.

Did you know?

ASCA reviews and submits formal comments on proposed federal regulations, giving the ASC community a voice before policies become final.

Did you know?

Millions of patients receive safe, high-quality outpatient surgical care in ASCs each year, helping improve access while lowering healthcare costs.

Did you know?

Advocacy is one of ASCA's core member benefits. Every member strengthens ASCA's ability to advocate for policies that support ambulatory surgery centers nationwide.

🌟 Member Spotlight

Throughout Member Appreciation Week, we've celebrated ASCA members who are making a difference in ambulatory surgery centers across the country.

Could you or someone on your team be next? We'd love to feature your story in ASC Focus and showcase the people making an impact every day.

Tammy Rowland, RN

Executive Director
University Orthopaedic Surgery Center
Knoxville, Tennessee

Member for: Five or more years

Is your facility billing for non-opioid alternatives? Any words of advice to others?

Following the passage of the NOPAIN Act, we recently began coding and billing for cold therapy units. While several commercial payers have reimbursed these charges, we have not yet received any reimbursement from Medicare.

Do you have a different time frame for H&Ps from the 30-day window? What criteria did you use to support making the change?

We continue to follow the 30-day window for H&Ps at our facility.

❤️ Because of You

Every member strengthens ASCA's voice.

Because of your support, ASCA continues to advocate for policies that improve patient access, protect ambulatory surgery centers and advance the future of outpatient care.

Thank you for standing with ASCA—and for helping shape the future of our industry.

🏆 One Final Hint

The grand prize is an experience you'll remember long after Member Appreciation Week ends.

Tomorrow, we'll reveal this year's Member Appreciation Week Grand Prize—and we can't wait to share it with you.

Be sure to visit the Celebration Lounge for the big reveal and your chance to enter to win!

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