Asc Podcast With John Goehle

In this Special Episode of the ASC Podcast with John Goehle recorded live from the Ohio Association of Ambulatory Surgery Centers Annual Conference in Columbus Ohio we interview some of the speakers and discuss recent activities for the association and the benefits of membership in the Association.   This episode is sponsored by Surgical Information Systems, RFX Solutions, Medserve and  Ambulatory Healthcare Strategies.   Notes and Resources from this Episode: Membership Information for the Ohio Association: http://www.oaasc.net/aws/OAASC/pt/sp/join ASCA Membership Information: https://www.ascassociation.org/asca/membership/join-renew Dinsmore https://www.dinsmore.com/ INFORMATION ABOUT THE ASC PODCAST WITH JOHN GOEHLE ASC Central, a sister site to http://ascpodcast.com provides a link to all of our bootcamps, educational programs and membership programs! https://conferences.asc-central.com/ Join one of our Membership Programs! Our Patron Program: Patron Members of the ASC Podcast with John Goehl

In this episode of the ASC Podcast with John Goehle, we discuss the latest news and trends in the ASC industry, discuss the Annual Report to Congress by CMS on the Program Oversight of Accrediting Organizations and in our focus segment, we interview Kara Newbury from ASCA about the 2026 Proposed CMS ASC Payment Rule.    This episode is sponsored by Surgical Information Systems, RFX Solutions, Medserve and  Ambulatory Healthcare Strategies.   Notes and Resources from this Episode: Anesthesia Time Limit Laws (From Beckers): https://www.beckersasc.com/anesthesia/anesthesia-time-limit-laws-where-3-bills-stand/?origin=ASCE&utm_source=ASCE&utm_medium=email&utm_content=newsletter&oly_enc_id=0573H1191845C8E CMS Prior Authorization: https://ascnews.com/2025/09/ascs-still-struggling-with-prior-authorization-despite-payer-pledges/ QSO-25-25-AO/CLIA - FY 2022 Report to Congress (RTC): Review of Medicare’s Program Oversight of Accrediting Organizations (AOs) and the Clinical Laboratory Improv

In this Special Episode of the ASC Podcast with John Goehle recorded live from the California Ambulatory Surgery Center Association 2025 Conference in San Diego, California we interview some of the speakers and discuss recent activities for the association and the benefits of membership in the Association.   This episode is sponsored by Surgical Information Systems, RFX Solutions, Medserve and  Ambulatory Healthcare Strategies.   Notes and Resources from this Episode: Link to the California Association Website: https://casurgery.org/aws/CASA/pt/sp/home_page Link to Join CASA: https://casurgery.org/aws/CASA/pt/sp/membership INFORMATION ABOUT THE ASC PODCAST WITH JOHN GOEHLE ASC Central, a sister site to http://ascpodcast.com provides a link to all of our bootcamps, educational programs and membership programs! http://conferences.asc-central.com Join one of our Membership Programs! Our Patron Program: Patron Members of the ASC Podcast with John Goehle have access to ASC Central - an exclusive membership w

In this episode of the ASC Podcast with John Goehle, we discuss the latest news and trends in the ASC industry and in our focus segment, we interview Laurie Roderiques, Director of Clinical Services for Ambulatory Healthcare Strategies during the Illinois State Association Meeting and discuss the Infection Control Risk Assessment and the CMS Surveyor Infection Control Worksheet.    This episode is sponsored by Surgical Information Systems, RFX Solutions, Medserve and  Ambulatory Healthcare Strategies.   Notes and Resources from this Episode: ASC News- Management should be engaged with staff to avoid potential risks: https://ascnews.com/2025/07/employment-attorney-urges-ascs-to-stay-engaged-with-staff-watch-for-legal-risks/?spMailingID=164824&puid=3910766&E=3910766&utm_source=newsletter&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=164824 Garfunkel Wild ASC $250,000 settlement emphasizes security risk analysis requirement https://garfunkelwild.com/insights/surgery-center-250000-settlement-emphasizes

In this Special Episode of the ASC Podcast with John Goehle recorded live Live from the Live from the Illinois Ambulatory Surgery Center Association 2025 Meeting in Rosemont, Illinois we interview some of the speakers and discuss recent activities for the association and the benefits of membership in the Association.   This episode is sponsored by Surgical Information Systems, RFX Solutions, Medserve and  Ambulatory Healthcare Strategies.     Notes and Resources from this Episode: Link to the Illinois Association Website: https://il-asca.org/home Link to the Infection Control Worksheet Referenced in the Interview with Laurie Roderiques: https://www.cms.gov/Regulations-and-Guidance/Guidance/Manuals/downloads/som107_exhibit_351.pdf INFORMATION ABOUT THE ASC PODCAST WITH JOHN GOEHLE ASC Central, a sister site to http://ascpodcast.com provides a link to all of our bootcamps, educational programs and membership programs! http://conferences.asc-central.com Join one of our Membership Programs! Our Patron Progr

In this episode of the ASC Podcast with John Goehle, we discuss the latest news and trends in the ASC industry and review the proposed 2026 CMS Payment Rule for ASCs and HOPDs.   This episode is sponsored by Surgical Information Systems, RFX Solutions, Medserve and  Ambulatory Healthcare Strategies.   Notes and Resources from this Episode: Ambulatory Surgery Center News - 9 Quotes that capture 2025 for ASC’s: https://ascnews.com/2025/06/you-dont-have-to-play-by-hospital-rules-what-asc-leaders-are-saying-right-now/?spMailingID=161608&puid=4098726&E=4098726&utm_source=newsletter&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=161608 Healthcare Dive Article June 23 - How health insurers are pledging to reform prior authorization: https://www.healthcaredive.com/news/health-insurers-pledge-prior-authorization-reform-trump-hhs/751309/ 2026 Proposed CMS ASC/HOPD Payment Rule: https://www.cms.gov/medicare/payment/prospective-payment-systems/hospital-outpatient/regulations-notices/cms-1834-p INFORMATION A

In this special 250th episode of the ASC Podcast with John Goehle, we discuss HIPAA compliance in emails, cybersecurity threats, robotic surgery, surviving Department of Labor audits,  and in our focus segment, Katie Pierson interviews John Goehle about the past and future of the podcast and emerging trends in the ASC Industry.   This episode is sponsored by Surgical Information Systems, RFX Solutions, Medserve and  Ambulatory Healthcare Strategies.   Notes and Resources from this Episode: Paubox state of security report https://www.paubox.com/hubfs/Report%20Assets/2025-03-07_REPORT_StateofSecurity.pdf?utm_campaign=Demand%20Gen%20Nurture&utm_source=press_new Oregon Passes Bill to Block Corporate Takeovers of Medical Practices: https://www.healthcaredive.com/news/oregon-law-private-equity-in-healthcare-delivery/750526/ Remote Robotic Surgery! https://www.adventhealth.com/news/historic-telesurgery-connects-central-florida-and-angola-world-first-medical-breakthrough INFORMATION ABOUT T

In this episode of the ASC Podcast with John Goehle, we explore the latest updates in the ASC industry, discuss recent challenges and survey experiences, review a new change in how CMS survey results are reported publicly, highlight National Time Out Day, and dive into best practices for peer review. Plus, in our focus segment, we do a deep dive into the requirements for a robust Infection Control Program.   This episode is sponsored by Surgical Information Systems, RFX Solutions, Medserve and  Ambulatory Healthcare Strategies.   Notes and Resources from this Episode: Release of CMS-2567: Statement of Deficiencies and Plan of Correction https://www.cms.gov/files/document/qso-25-19-all.pdf National Time Out Day https://ortoday.com/rethinking-surgical-time-out/ Florida Men Accused of Operating without a License https://www.miamiherald.com/news/health-care/article304623151.html  ASC News “A blockbuster day for ASC deals Ascension acquire Amsurg” https://ascnews.com/2025/06/ascension-

In this episode of the ASC Podcast with John Goehle, we cover the latest updates from the ASC industry, discuss recent ASC issues and survey experiences, provide an update on Fraud and Abuse investigations, discuss signage in shared spaces, review rules about transporting medications, and in our focus segment, discuss patient registration, patient privacy, rights and responsibilities, and posting requirements.    This episode is sponsored by Surgical Information Systems, RFX Solutions, Medserve and  Ambulatory Healthcare Strategies.   Notes and Resources from this Episode: CMS Fraud Detection Operation Center Launched to Combat Fraud https://www.fiercehealthcare.com/providers/cms-sets-real-time-medical-fraud-center-doge-federal-contractor-rolls-out-commercial-tool Outpatient Surgery Magazine article about construction: https://digital.outpatientsurgery.net/view/998248182/24/   Small ASC’s better off https://www.beckersasc.com/asc-transactions-and-valuation-issues/the-big-disruption-of-small-a

In this episode of the ASC Podcast with John Goehle, we cover the latest updates from the ASC industry, discuss recent ASC issues and survey experiences, review a recent survey by Avanza, discuss high level disinfection issues and in our focus segment, we interview Jennifer Cantrell with AMSURG during the New Jersey ASC Associations recent conference where she discussed Patient Engagement and how OAS-CAPHS can provide valuable information for improving patient satisfaction.         This episode is sponsored by Surgical Information Systems, RFX Solutions, Medserve and  Ambulatory Healthcare Strategies.   Notes and Resources from this Episode: Resources from AHS, ASC Central and the ASC Podcast with John Goehle ASC Podcast website - http://ascpodcast.com ASC Central website - http://conferences.asc-central.com Ambulatory Healthcare Strategies, LLC - http://ah-strategies.com Contact John Goehle at 585-594-1167 for more information. AJIC literature review- endoscope HLD failures https://www.ajicjournal.org/ar

In this episode of the ASC Podcast with John Goehle recorded live at the New Jersey Association of Ambulatory Surgery Centers Annual Conference at The Palace at Somerset Park in Somerset New Jersey on May 13th, we interview some of the speakers and discuss the benefits of membership in the  Association.     This episode is sponsored by Surgical Information Systems, RFX Solutions, Medserve and  Ambulatory Healthcare Strategies.   Notes and Resources from this Episode: New Jersey Association of Ambulatory Surgery Center Membership Information: https://njaasc.org/Join-us Information from the Conference: https://njaasc.org/Events INFORMATION ABOUT THE ASC PODCAST WITH JOHN GOEHLE ASC Central, a sister site to http://ascpodcast.com provides a link to all of our bootcamps, educational programs and membership programs! https://conferences.asc-central.com/ Join one of our Membership Programs! Our Patron Program: Patron Members of the ASC Podcast with John Goehle have access to ASC Central - an exclusive

In this episode of the ASC Podcast with John Goehle recorded live from ASCA 2025 in Denver Colorado the staff of Ambulatory Healthcare Strategies and the Podcast, and some of our clients and listeners sit down to talk about their experience here after the Second day of ASCA 2025.     This episode is sponsored by Surgical Information Systems, RFX Solutions, Medserve and  Ambulatory Healthcare Strategies.   Notes and Resources from this Episode: ASCA 2025: https://www.ascassociation.org/annualconference/home ASC Central http://conferences.asc-central.com INFORMATION ABOUT THE ASC PODCAST WITH JOHN GOEHLE ASC Central, a sister site to http://ascpodcast.com provides a link to all of our bootcamps, educational programs and membership programs! https://conferences.asc-central.com/ Join one of our Membership Programs! Our Patron Program: 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 Accreditatio

In this episode of the ASC Podcast with John Goehle recorded live from ASCA 2025 in Denver Colorado the staff of Ambulatory Healthcare Strategies and the Podcast, and some of our clients and listeners sit down to talk about their experience here after the first day of ASCA 2025.     This episode is sponsored by Surgical Information Systems, RFX Solutions, Medserve and  Ambulatory Healthcare Strategies.   Notes and Resources from this Episode: ASCA 2025: https://www.ascassociation.org/annualconference/home ASC Central http://conferences.asc-central.com INFORMATION ABOUT THE ASC PODCAST WITH JOHN GOEHLE ASC Central, a sister site to http://ascpodcast.com provides a link to all of our bootcamps, educational programs and membership programs! https://conferences.asc-central.com/ Join one of our Membership Programs! Our Patron Program: 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

In this Episode of the ASC Podcast with John Goehle recorded live from ASCA 2025 in Denver Colorado the staff of Ambulatory Healthcare Strategies and the Podcast, and some of our clients and listeners sit down before the conference started to talk about the challenges we are facing and what we hope to hear while we are at ASCA 2025.     This episode is sponsored by Surgical Information Systems, RFX Solutions, Medserve and  Ambulatory Healthcare Strategies.   Notes and Resources from this Episode: ASCA 2025: https://www.ascassociation.org/annualconference/home ASC Central http://conferences.asc-central.com INFORMATION ABOUT THE ASC PODCAST WITH JOHN GOEHLE ASC Central, a sister site to http://ascpodcast.com provides a link to all of our bootcamps, educational programs and membership programs! https://conferences.asc-central.com/ Join one of our Membership Programs! Our Patron Program: Patron Members of the ASC Podcast with John Goehle have access to ASC Central - an exclusive membership website tha

In this episode of the ASC Podcast with John Goehle, we cover the latest updates from the ASC industry, review a recent survey about OAS-CAHPS, discuss credentialing applications, we follow-up on an earlier discussion of RN Administered Conscious Sedation and discuss our preparations for ASCA 2025 in Denver this week. In our focus segment we discuss incident reporting. Listen to Episode 242 This episode is sponsored by Surgical Information Systems, RFX Solutions, Medserve and  Ambulatory Healthcare Strategies.   Notes and Resources from this Episode: ASCA 60-Second Survey:  OAS CAHPS https://www.ascfocus.org/ascfocus/content/articles-content/articles/2025/digital-debut/asca-survey-shows-majority-of-rspondents-aministering-oas-cahps ASCA 2025 https://www.ascassociation.org/annualconference/home INFORMATION ABOUT THE ASC PODCAST WITH JOHN GOEHLE ASC Central, a sister site to http://ascpodcast.com provides a link to all of our bootcamps, educational programs and membership programs! https://con

In this episode of the ASC Podcast with John Goehle, we cover the latest updates from the ASC industry, discuss recent survey experiences, including a discussion of proper vaccine storage and in our focus segment, discuss governance and the governing body.   This episode is sponsored by Surgical Information Systems, RFX Solutions, Medserve and  Ambulatory Healthcare Strategies.   Notes and Resources from this Episode: NY Post Face Fire Article: NY post- face fire article https://nypost.com/2025/01/14/us-news/cancer-patient-was-awake-when-face-caught-fire-in-surgery-suit/ Soccer player leg infection https://www.kafourymcdougal.com/former-major-league-soccer-goalkeeper-wins-20-million-against-portland-timbers-team-doctor-jury-cites-concealment-of-negligent-surgery-2025-04-04/ OR Manager- Sleep deprived nurses at higher risk for infections https://www.ormanager.com/briefs/study-sleep-deprived-nurses-face-higher-infection-risk/ CDC Has a tool kit that you can use to make sure you follow

In this episode of the ASC Podcast with John Goehle, we cover the latest updates from the ASC industry, review recent developments with CONs, discuss the anesthesia model and the OIG, provide an update on the corporate transparency act and in our focus segment, discuss emergency preparedness.   This episode is sponsored by Surgical Information Systems, RFX Solutions, Medserve and  Ambulatory Healthcare Strategies.   Notes and Resources from this Episode: Certificate of Need Reform: https://www.whitefordlaw.com/news-events%2Fambulatory-surgery-center-trends-in-regulation-compliance-and-enforcement OIG Anesthesia Advisory: https://www.whitefordlaw.com/news-events%2Fambulatory-surgery-center-trends-in-regulation-compliance-and-enforcement Garfunkel Wild 3/5/25 Alert about the CTA: https://garfunkelwild.com/insights/cta-reporting-requirements-partially-suspended/ Gallup Workplace Survey: https://www.gallup.com/workplace/656906/top-four-reasons-taking-new-job.aspx?utm_source=gallup_brand&utm

In this episode of the ASC Podcast with John Goehle, we cover the latest updates from the ASC industry, including an update on the Corporate Transparency Act, a survey about Gen Z workers, a review of the requirements of RN Administered This episode is sponsored by Surgical Information Systems, RFX Solutions, Medserve and  Ambulatory Healthcare Strategies.   Notes and Resources from this Episode: Non-Opioid Pain Medication FDA Approved: https://www.fda.gov/news-events/press-announcements/fda-approves-novel-non-opioid-treatment-moderate-severe-acute-pain Update on Corporate Transparency Act: https://fincen.gov/boi-faqs https://fincen.gov/boi/small-entity-compliance-guide Intelligent.com Articles about Gen Z Workers https://www.intelligent.com/1-in-5-managers-have-considered-quitting-due-to-stress-of-overseeing-gen-z-employees/ https://www.intelligent.com/1-in-6-companies-are-hesitant-to-hire-recent-college-graduates/ ASC Quality.org http://ascquality.org INFORMATION ABOUT THE ASC PODCAST WITH JO

In this episode of the ASC Podcast with John Goehle, we cover the latest updates from the ASC industry, including an update on the dockworkers settlement, a discussion of recent HIPAA issues, free toolkits from the ASC Quality Collaboration.  We also discuss recent experiences including infection control issues, on-boarding less experienced clinical staff and regulatory requirements related to research.  In our focus segment, we discuss how to handle flooding emergencies, and temperature and humidity issues.     This episode is sponsored by Surgical Information Systems, RFX Solutions,  triValence, Medserve and  Ambulatory Healthcare Strategies.   Notes and Resources from this Episode: HIPAA Updates: https://www.hipaajournal.com/hapy-bear-surgery-center-data-breach-settlement/ https://www.axios.com/2025/01/13/hospitals-cyber-security-rule-upgrade ASC Quality Collaboration Toolkits:  https://ascquality.org/toolkits/ Becker’s Article about Specialties Shifting toward ASCs https://www.beckersasc.com/asc-ne

In this episode of the ASC Podcast with John Goehle, we cover the latest updates from the ASC industry, discuss possible supply chain issues in the new year, review the stalled Corporate Transparency Act and how it would affect ASCs, and in our focus segment, provide tips for preparing for a possible survey in 2025.   This episode is sponsored by Surgical Information Systems, RFX Solutions,  triValence, Medserve and  Ambulatory Healthcare Strategies.   Notes and Resources from this Episode: ASC News- The Critical role of ASC’s during national emergencies: https://ascnews.com/2024/11/the-critical-role-of-ascs-during-national-emergencies/?spMailingID=132653&puid=3910766&E=3910766&utm_source=newsletter&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=132653 The Hill - New Report from CDC on Vaccination Rates: https://thehill.com/policy/healthcare/5003450-cdc-report-covid-flu-vaccination/ CDC estimates of hospitalizations and deaths Resources for Survey Preparedness: Conditions for Coverage: https