Asc Podcast With John Goehle

On this Staff Edition of the ASC Podcast with John Goehle, we discuss the requirements for Pharmaceutical Management in the ASC and recent Survey Experience related to Pharmacy    This episode is sponsored by Surgical Information Systems, triValence and  Ambulatory Healthcare Strategies.   Resources from this Episode: Conditions for Coverage: https://www.ecfr.gov/cgi-bin/text-idx?c=ecfr&rgn=div5&view=text&node=42:3.0.1.1.3&idno=42#se42.3.416_150 Infection Control Survey Tool (Used by Surveyors for Infection Control) https://www.cms.gov/Regulations-and-Guidance/Guidance/Manuals/downloads/som107_exhibit_351.pdf Updated Guidance for Ambulatory Surgical Centers - Appendix L of the State Operations Manual (SOM) https://www.cms.gov/Regulations-and-Guidance/Guidance/Manuals/downloads/som107ap_l_ambulatory.pdf https://www.cms.gov/medicareprovider-enrollment-and-certificationsurveycertificationgeninfopolicy-and-memos-states-and/updated-guidance-ambulatory-surgical-centers-appendix-l-state-operations

On this Episode of the ASC Podcast with John Goehle we discuss some observations from John’s Visit to the Washington Ambulatory Surgery Center Association’s 2022 Annual Education Conference and Trade show, discuss required risk assessments and how to make sure they are properly summarized and in our focus segment we discuss the regulatory requirements for Pharmacy and Interview Pharmacy Consultant Victor Alves about recent survey experiences related to pharmacy.    This episode is sponsored by Surgical Information Systems, triValence and  Ambulatory Healthcare Strategies.   Resources from this Episode: Interview with Victor Alves - Here is his contact information:Victor Alves, PharmD, BCGP, FASCP President, Consultant Pharmacist 125 Church Street|Suite 90-163|Pembroke, Massachusetts 02359 T: 508-284-9974| F: 508-598-0409 | E: valves@octariusrx.com | W: OctariusRx.com      Important Resources for ASCs: Conditions for Coverage: https://www.ecfr.gov/cgi-bin/text-idx?c=ecfr&rgn=div5&view=text&node

On this Episode of the ASC Podcast with John Goehle we discuss the latest news and information, discuss some recent survey experiences and our new patron website and in our focus segment discuss the 2023 final CMS Payment rule and the updates to the Medicare Quality Reporting Program.    This episode is sponsored by Surgical Information Systems, triValence and  Ambulatory Healthcare Strategies.   Resources from this Episode: CMS Fact Sheet on the 2022 Payment Rulehttps://www.cms.gov/newsroom/fact-sheets/cy-2023-medicare-hospital-outpatient-prospective-payment-system-and-ambulatory-surgical-center-1 CY 2023 Medicare Hospital Outpatient Prospective Payment System (PPS) and Ambulatory Surgical Center (ASC) Payment Systemhttps://www.cms.gov/medicaremedicare-fee-service-paymentascpaymentasc-regulations-and-notices/cms-1772-fc Payment Spreadsheet with the National Rateshttps://www.cms.gov/license/ama?file=/files/zip/2023-nfrm-addendum-aa-bb-dd1-dd2-ee-and-ff.zip Important Resources for ASCs: Conditions for C

On this Episode of the ASC Podcast with John Goehle we discuss the latest news and information in the industry and in our focus segment, discuss supply chain challenges and how to deal with them in the future with an interview with Dunston Alemeida - the founder of TriValence.    This episode is sponsored by triValence.   Resources from this Episode: QSO-23-02-ALL Revised Guidance for Staff Vaccination Requirements https://www.cms.gov/files/document/qs0-23-02-all.pdf TriValence (our sponsor) www.trivalence.com Sign up for free at Trivalence Important Resources for ASCs: Conditions for Coverage: https://www.ecfr.gov/cgi-bin/text-idx?c=ecfr&rgn=div5&view=text&node=42:3.0.1.1.3&idno=42#se42.3.416_150 Updated Guidance for Ambulatory Surgical Centers - Appendix L of the State Operations Manual (SOM)https://www.cms.gov/Regulations-and-Guidance/Guidance/Manuals/downloads/som107ap_l_ambulatory.pdf https://www.cms.gov/medicareprovider-enrollment-and-certificationsurveycertificationgeninfopo

On this Special Episode of the ASC Podcast with John Goehle recorded live during the Fall 2022 Northeast ASC Conference in Waltham Massachusetts, we interview some of the speakers at the conference and the leadership of the Association.    This episode is sponsored by Surgical Information Systems, triValence and  Ambulatory Healthcare Strategies.   Resources from this Episode: Website for the Massachusetts Association Become a Member Conference Agenda Important Resources for ASCs: Conditions for Coverage: https://www.ecfr.gov/cgi-bin/text-idx?c=ecfr&rgn=div5&view=text&node=42:3.0.1.1.3&idno=42#se42.3.416_150 Updated Guidance for Ambulatory Surgical Centers - Appendix L of the State Operations Manual (SOM)https://www.cms.gov/Regulations-and-Guidance/Guidance/Manuals/downloads/som107ap_l_ambulatory.pdf https://www.cms.gov/medicareprovider-enrollment-and-certificationsurveycertificationgeninfopolicy-and-memos-states-and/updated-guidance-ambulatory-surgical-centers-appendix-l-state-operations-m

On this Special Episode of the ASC Podcast with John Goehle recorded live during the Fall 2022 New York State Association Meeting in Tarrytown New York, we interview some of the speakers at the conference and the leadership of the Association.    This episode is sponsored by Surgical Information Systems, triValence and  Ambulatory Healthcare Strategies.   Resources from this Episode: New York State Association of ASCs Join the Association Conference Agenda Important Resources for ASCs: Conditions for Coverage: https://www.ecfr.gov/cgi-bin/text-idx?c=ecfr&rgn=div5&view=text&node=42:3.0.1.1.3&idno=42#se42.3.416_150 Updated Guidance for Ambulatory Surgical Centers - Appendix L of the State Operations Manual (SOM)https://www.cms.gov/Regulations-and-Guidance/Guidance/Manuals/downloads/som107ap_l_ambulatory.pdf https://www.cms.gov/medicareprovider-enrollment-and-certificationsurveycertificationgeninfopolicy-and-memos-states-and/updated-guidance-ambulatory-surgical-centers-appendix-l-state-operati

On this Episode of the ASC Podcast with John Goehle we discuss the latest news, including an update on inflation and worker retention, and meet with the staff of Ambulatory Healthcare Strategies to discuss the latest regulatory and industry trends.    This episode is sponsored by Surgical Information Systems, triValence and  Ambulatory Healthcare Strategies.   Resources from this Episode: Mercer- inflation rose faster than medical costs for the first time in over 3 decades Health benefit cost growth will accelerate to 5.6% in 2023, Mercer survey finds | Mercer Health Benefit Plans & Survey | Mercer US Clinicians leaving healthcareA Treatment for America’s Healthcare Worker Burnout | Bain & Company   Important Resources for ASCs: Conditions for Coverage: https://www.ecfr.gov/cgi-bin/text-idx?c=ecfr&rgn=div5&view=text&node=42:3.0.1.1.3&idno=42#se42.3.416_150 Updated Guidance for Ambulatory Surgical Centers - Appendix L of the State Operations Manual (SOM)https://www.cms.gov/Regul

On this Staff Edition Episode of the ASC Podcast with John Goehle, we discuss the requirements for Risk Management programs and the importance of Incident Reporting    This episode is sponsored by Surgical Information Systems, triValence and  Ambulatory Healthcare Strategies. Resources from this Episode: Conditions for Coverage:https://www.ecfr.gov/cgi-bin/text-idx?c=ecfr&rgn=div5&view=text&node=42:3.0.1.1.3&idno=42#se42.3.416_150 Interpretive Guidelines for ASCshttps://www.cms.gov/Regulations-and-Guidance/Guidance/Manuals/downloads/som107ap_l_ambulatory.pdf Other Resources from the ASC Podcast with John Goehle: Get a copy of John’s newest book - The Survey Guide - A Guide to the CMS Conditions for Coverage & Interpretive Guidelines for Ambulatory Surgery Centers  Visit the ASC Podcast with John Goehle Website Patron Members of the ASC Podcast with John Goehle have access to ASC Central - an exclusive membership website that provides a one-stop  ASC Regulatory and Accreditation Complianc

On this Episode of the ASC Podcast with John Goehle we discuss the latest news and information from the ASC Industry including updates on the Flu and Covid 19, and a discussion of Supply Chain cost increases.  In our focus segment we interview Bill Prentice from the ASC Association Listen to Episode 168 This episode is sponsored by Surgical Information Systems, triValence and  Ambulatory Healthcare Strategies.   Resources from this Episode: ASCA Survey Shows Dramatic Increases in Drug and Supply Costs ASCA Focus Article CDC Covid Data Hospital Utilization | HHS Protect Public Data Hub (arcgis.com)  Weekly U.S. Influenza Surveillance Report | CDC Shortsightedness Why short-sightedness is on the rise - BBC Future ASC Associationhttp://ascassociation.org Important Resources for ASCs: Conditions for Coverage: https://www.ecfr.gov/cgi-bin/text-idx?c=ecfr&rgn=div5&view=text&node=42:3.0.1.1.3&idno=42#se42.3.416_150 Updated Guidance for Ambulatory Surgical Centers - Appendix L of the

On this Special Episode of the ASC Podcast with John Goehle recorded during the Ohio Ambulatory Surgery Associations Annual Conference in Columbus Ohio on September 27 and 28th, 2022, we discuss the conference, meet with Kara Newbury, from ASCA, speak to a few vendors and interview association Leadership.   This episode is sponsored by Surgical Information Systems, triValence and  Ambulatory Healthcare Strategies.   Resources from this Episode: ASC Associationhttp://ascassociation.org Ohio ASC Associatonhttp://oaasc.net Venduurhttps://venduur.com/ Sidecarhttps://sidecarhealth.com/ Important Resources for ASCs: Conditions for Coverage: https://www.ecfr.gov/cgi-bin/text-idx?c=ecfr&rgn=div5&view=text&node=42:3.0.1.1.3&idno=42#se42.3.416_150 Updated Guidance for Ambulatory Surgical Centers - Appendix L of the State Operations Manual (SOM)https://www.cms.gov/Regulations-and-Guidance/Guidance/Manuals/downloads/som107ap_l_ambulatory.pdf https://www.cms.gov/medicareprovider-enrollment-and-c

On this Special Episode of the ASC Podcast with John Goehle recorded during the California Ambulatory Surgery Associations September Conference in Indian Wells, California, we discuss the conference, meet with Bill Prentice from ASCA and interview CASA Leadership.   This episode is sponsored by Surgical Information Systems, triValence and  Ambulatory Healthcare Strategies.   Resources from this Episode: ASC Association:http://ascassociation.org California Ambulatory Surgery Association:http://casurgery.org Important Resources for ASCs: Conditions for Coverage: https://www.ecfr.gov/cgi-bin/text-idx?c=ecfr&rgn=div5&view=text&node=42:3.0.1.1.3&idno=42#se42.3.416_150 Updated Guidance for Ambulatory Surgical Centers - Appendix L of the State Operations Manual (SOM)https://www.cms.gov/Regulations-and-Guidance/Guidance/Manuals/downloads/som107ap_l_ambulatory.pdf https://www.cms.gov/medicareprovider-enrollment-and-certificationsurveycertificationgeninfopolicy-and-memos-states-and/updated-guidan

On this Episode of the ASC Podcast with John Goehle, we discuss the latest news including ASORNs Recommended Practice regarding the use of Multi-dose Ophthalmic Medications,  Key Findings in a recent Avanza Study on Hospital ASC Investment, New about CMS increasing Dental Surgery Reimbursement for Hospital Outpatient Surgery Departments and in our focus segment, discuss interoperability in the ambulatory surgery center with Lindsay Hanrahan,  SIS - Vice President of Product Management. .   This episode is sponsored by Surgical Information Systems   Resources from this Episode: SIS - Surgical Information Systems (The Sponsor) ASORN Recommended Practice: Use of Multi-dose Medicationshttps://asorn.org/assets/Use-of-Multi-dose-Medications.pdf Avanza Healthcare Strategies - Avanza Intelligence 2021-22 Hospital Leaders ASC Survey:https://avanzastrategies.com/intelligence-report/avanza-intelligence-2021-2022-hospital-leadership-asc-survey/ CMS issues proposed rule that would improve access to dental surgeries in

On this Episode of the ASC Podcast with John Goehle, we discuss the latest news, Primary source CRNA Verification, Nurse Call Systems and Focus Employee Recordkeeping and Professional Employer Organizations (PEOs) and interview Mike Ross, Director, Innovation and Development at Insperity about 9 Proven Strategies to have your business Run Better, Grow Faster, and Make More Money.   This episode is sponsored by Surgical Information Systems, triValence and  Ambulatory Healthcare Strategies.   Resources from this Episode: Politico Article: https://www.politico.com/news/2022/08/17/cdc-agency-overhaul-covid-19-response-00052384 Website for Insperity: http://Insperity.com NBCRNA Website: NBCRNA NFPA: NFPA Important Resources for ASCs: Conditions for Coverage: https://www.ecfr.gov/cgi-bin/text-idx?c=ecfr&rgn=div5&view=text&node=42:3.0.1.1.3&idno=42#se42.3.416_150 Updated Guidance for Ambulatory Surgical Centers - Appendix L of the State Operations Manual (SOM) https://www.cms.gov/Regulatio

On this Episode of the ASC Podcast with John Goehle, we discuss the latest news 2023 Proposed CMS ASC Payment Rule and discuss incident reporting in the ASC for your Risk Management and QAPI program   This episode sponsored by Surgical Information Systems, triValence and  Ambulatory Healthcare Strategies.  Resources from this Episode: Updated Guidance for Ambulatory Surgical Centers - Appendix L of the State Operations Manual (SOM) https://www.cms.gov/Regulations-and-Guidance/Guidance/Manuals/downloads/som107ap_l_ambulatory.pdf https://www.cms.gov/medicareprovider-enrollment-and-certificationsurveycertificationgeninfopolicy-and-memos-states-and/updated-guidance-ambulatory-surgical-centers-appendix-l-state-operations-manual-som Conditions for Coverage: https://www.ecfr.gov/cgi-bin/text-idx?c=ecfr&rgn=div5&view=text&node=42:3.0.1.1.3&idno=42#se42.3.416_150 Interpretive Guidelines for ASCs https://www.cms.gov/Regulations-and-Guidance/Guidance/Manuals/downloads/som107ap_l_ambulatory.pdf Poli

On this Episode of the ASC Podcast with John Goehle, we interview speakers and leadership during the 12th Annual Ambulatory Surgery Conference for the New Jersey Association of Ambulatory Surgery Centers held in East Brunswick, New Jersey on June 8, 2022.   This episode sponsored by Surgical Information Systems, triValence and  Ambulatory Healthcare Strategies.  Resources from this Episode: New Jersey Association of Ambulatory Surgery Centers (NJAASC) Website:https://njaasc.org/ Conditions for Coverage:https://www.ecfr.gov/cgi-bin/text-idx?c=ecfr&rgn=div5&view=text&node=42:3.0.1.1.3&idno=42#se42.3.416_150 Interpretive Guidelines for ASCshttps://www.cms.gov/Regulations-and-Guidance/Guidance/Manuals/downloads/som107ap_l_ambulatory.pdf Policy & Memos to States and RegionsCMS Quality Safety & Oversight memoranda, guidance, clarifications and instructions to State Survey Agencies and CMS Regional Offices. https://www.cms.gov/Medicare/Provider-Enrollment-and-Certification/SurveyCertifi

On this Episode of the ASC Podcast with John Goehle, we discuss the latest news and review the revisions to the CMS Interpretive Guidelines for ASCs as published in Appendix L of the State Operations Manual   This episode is sponsored by Surgical Information Systems, TreValence and Ambulatory Healthcare Strategies.  Resources from this Episode: Difference in cataract costs HOPD vs ASChttps://www.npr.org/sections/health-shots/2022/06/27/1107390667/he-and-his-wife-both-got-cataract-surgery-his-bill-was-20-times-higher-than-hers Leapfroghttps://www.leapfroggroup.org/news-events/leapfrog-group-series-%E2%80%98patient-experience-during-pandemic%E2%80%99-indicates-more-favorable CMS Issues Two New Memos for State Surveyors QSO-22-17-ALL, issued June 14 QSO-22-18-ALL, issued June 16, rescinds QSO-22-10-ALL  Updated Guidance for Ambulatory Surgical Centers - Appendix L of the State Operations Manual (SOM)https://www.cms.gov/Regulations-and-Guidance/Guidance/Manuals/downloads/som107ap_l_ambulatory.pdf https://ww

On this Episode of the ASC Podcast with John Goehle,  we visit the New York State Association of ASCs  2022 Spring Conference held May 10 and 11, 2022 in Saratoga Springs New York and interview various speakers and the leadership of the association.     This episode sponsored by Surgical Information Systems and  Ambulatory Healthcare Strategies.  We want to thank all of our Patron Members for Joining us for the Roundtable discussion.  To join us weekly for our Patron “Drop-In Sessions” - usually on Saturday mornings, visit: https://ascpodcast.com/membership-information/ Resources from this Episode: New York State Association of ASC’s Websitehttp://www.nysaasc.org Conditions for Coverage:https://www.ecfr.gov/cgi-bin/text-idx?c=ecfr&rgn=div5&view=text&node=42:3.0.1.1.3&idno=42#se42.3.416_150 Interpretive Guidelines for ASCshttps://www.cms.gov/Regulations-and-Guidance/Guidance/Manuals/downloads/som107ap_l_ambulatory.pdf Policy & Memos to States and RegionsCMS Quality Safety & Oversi

On this Episode of the ASC Podcast with John Goehle,  we discuss the Indiana Federation of ASCs  2022 Spring Conference and Trade Show Held April 22, 2022 and interview the President.     This episode sponsored by Surgical Information Systems and  Ambulatory Healthcare Strategies.  We want to thank all of our Patron Members for Joining us for the Roundtable discussion.  To join us weekly for our Patron “Drop-In Sessions” - usually on Saturday mornings, visit: https://ascpodcast.com/membership-information/ Resources from this Episode: Indiana Federation of Ambulatory Surgery Centers Website:https://ifasc.org/home Conditions for Coverage:https://www.ecfr.gov/cgi-bin/text-idx?c=ecfr&rgn=div5&view=text&node=42:3.0.1.1.3&idno=42#se42.3.416_150 Interpretive Guidelines for ASCshttps://www.cms.gov/Regulations-and-Guidance/Guidance/Manuals/downloads/som107ap_l_ambulatory.pdf Policy & Memos to States and RegionsCMS Quality Safety & Oversight memoranda, guidance, clarifications and instruct

On this Episode of the ASC Podcast with John Goehle,  we provide an update on the latest news including revised interpretive guidelines and in our focus segment discuss the 2020 Review of Medicare’s Program Oversight of Accrediting Organizations and list the top citations so far in 2022.     This episode sponsored by Surgical Information Systems and  Ambulatory Healthcare Strategies.  Resources from this Episode: Bureau of Labor Statistics Data about Retirements:Data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics show that more adults age 65 and older left the labor force in 2020 than in any year since the US began tracking such information in 1948 Memo #QSO-22-16-ASC - Updated Guidance for Ambulatory Surgical Centers - Appendix L of the State Operations Manual (SOM)https://www.cms.gov/files/document/qso-22-16-asc.pdf Accrediting Organization Compliance with CfC https://www.cms.gov/files/document/qso-22-06-ao-clia.pdf https://www.cms.gov/medicareprovider-enrollment-and-certificationsurveycertificationgeninfopolicy-

On this Episode of the ASC Podcast with John Goehle,  we have a panel discussion with some of our Podcast Patron members recorded after one of our weekly Drop In sessions   The discussion focused on how ASCs are working to retain staff by by improving morale as well as  unique ways to recruit new staff.       This episode sponsored by Surgical Information Systems and  Ambulatory Healthcare Strategies.  We want to thank all of our Patron Members for Joining us for the Roundtable discussion.  To join us weekly for our Patron “Drop-In Sessions” - usually on Saturday mornings, visit: https://ascpodcast.com/membership-information/ Resources from this Episode: Conditions for Coverage:https://www.ecfr.gov/cgi-bin/text-idx?c=ecfr&rgn=div5&view=text&node=42:3.0.1.1.3&idno=42#se42.3.416_150 Interpretive Guidelines for ASCshttps://www.cms.gov/Regulations-and-Guidance/Guidance/Manuals/downloads/som107ap_l_ambulatory.pdf Policy & Memos to States and RegionsCMS Quality Safety & Oversight memoran