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ASC Podcast with John GoehleEpisode 250 - We Celebrate our 250th Episode! News, HIPAA Email and Cybersecurity, DOL Audits and a Special Interview with John Goehle - July 7, 2025In 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...2025-07-101h 08ASC Podcast with John GoehleEpisode 249 - Latest News, Information, ASC Issues, CMS Survey Updates, Time Out Day, Peer Review, and Focus on Infection Control - June 22, 2025In 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:
Rel...2025-06-241h 11ASC Podcast with John GoehleEpisode 248 - Latest News, Information, Recent ASC experiences, Fraud and Abuse and focus segment on Registration, Patient Privacy, Rights and Posting Requirements - June 8, 2025In 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
http...2025-06-1051 minASC Podcast with John GoehleEpisode 247 - Latest News, Information, Recent ASC experiences, Avanza Survey, HLD and focus on Patient Engagement with Jennifer Cantrell - May 28, 2025In 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 Resource...2025-05-2954 minASC Podcast with John GoehleEpisode 246 - Special Episode – Live from the NJAASC Annual Conference - May 13, 2025In 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 t...2025-05-201h 17ASC Podcast with John GoehleEpisode 245 - Live From ASCA 2025 in Denver Colorado - Day 3 - May 2, 2025In 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
2025-05-0540 minASC Podcast with John GoehleEpisode 244 - Live From ASCA 2025 in Denver Colorado - Day 2 - May 1, 2025In 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
2025-05-0231 minASC Podcast with John GoehleEpisode 243 - Live From ASCA 2025 in Denver Colorado - Day 1 - April 30, 2025In 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-c...2025-05-0125 minASC Podcast with John GoehleEpisode 242 - Latest News and Information, OAS-CAHPS Update, ASCA 2025, Credentialing Application and Focus on Incident Reports - April 29, 2025In 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
htt...2025-04-2940 minASC Podcast with John GoehleEpisode 241 - Latest News and Information, recent survey experiences, vaccine storage, PA Roles in ASCs and focus on Governing Body - April 14, 2025In 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...2025-04-2056 minASC Podcast with John GoehleEpisode 240 - Latest News and Information, CON Update, Anesthesia Company Model, CTA Update and Focus on Emergency Preparedness - March 11, 2025In 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 abo...2025-03-1458 minASC Podcast with John GoehleEpisode 239 - Latest News and Information, CTA Update, Gen Z Workers, RN Administered Conscious Sedation and focus on Smoke Evacuation with Penny Smalley - February 25, 2025In 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 Ge...2025-02-2649 minASC Podcast with John GoehleEpisode 238 - Latest News and Information, HIPAA Update, ASC Quality Toolkits, Infection Control Experiences, Research and Focus on Temperature, Humidity and Water Damage - January 27, 2025In 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 an...2025-01-2944 minASC Podcast with John GoehleEpisode 236 - Latest News and Information, Annual Governing Body Meeting Requirements and interview Jamie Miller with SCA regarding Leadership, Safety and Retention - December 13, 2024In this episode of the ASC Podcast with John Goehle, we cover the latest updates from the ASC industry, review requirements for annual governing body meeting requirements and in our focus segment interview Jamie Miller, with SCA HEALTH about Cultivating a Safety-First Culture: Leadership’s Role in Patient Safety and Employee Retention.
This episode is sponsored by Surgical Information Systems, RFX Solutions, triValence, Medserve and Ambulatory Healthcare Strategies.
Notes and Resources from this Episode:
Johns Hopkins Article about Glowing Gel
https://engineering.jhu.edu/news/scientists-engineer-glowing-gel-to-improve-eye-surgery/
OR Manager GLP 1 Guidance
https...2024-12-1557 minASC Podcast with John GoehleEpisode 235 - Latest News and Information, Accreditation Trends and Top CMS Citations, Off-Site Sterilization and Interview Bill Prentice with ASCA- November 17, 2024In this episode of the ASC Podcast with John Goehle, we cover the latest updates from the ASC industry, discuss out-sourced Sterilization, explore recent changes in the accreditation industry, and examine the top CMS citation areas. For our focus segment, we feature an exclusive interview with Bill Prentice at the 2024 Washington State Association Meeting, discussing the implications of the 2024 election results, the 2025 Final HOPD/ASC Payment Rule, and updates to Medicare Quality Reporting requirements.
This episode is sponsored by Surgical Information Systems, RFX Solutions, triValence, Medserve and Ambulatory Healthcare Strategies.
...2024-11-2153 minASC Podcast with John GoehleEpisode 234 - Special Episode - Live from the Washington Ambulatory Surgery Center Association 2024 Annual Education Conference & Trade Show - November 8, 2024In this Special Episode of the ASC Podcast with John Goehle recorded live Live from the Washington Ambulatory Surgery Center Association 2024 Annual Education Conference & Trade Show 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, triValence, Medserve and Ambulatory Healthcare Strategies.
Notes and Resources from this Episode:
Main Website for WASCA:
https://wasca.net/
Become a member of the WASCA:
https://wasca.net/join...2024-11-211h 07ASC Podcast with John GoehleEpisode 233 - Latest News and Information, 2025 Final ASC/HOPD Payment Rule, IV Fluid Update and Interview Mary Ryan about developing the next generation of ASC Leaders - November 4, 2024On this Episode of the ASC Podcast with John Goehle we discuss the latest news in the ASC Industry, review the final 2025 ASC/HOPD Payment Rule and Update to the ASC Quality Reporting Measures, provide an update on developments in the IV Fluid Shortage and in our focus segment speak with Mary Ryan about developing the next generation of ASC Leaders.
This episode is sponsored by Surgical Information Systems, RFX Solutions, triValence, Medserve and Ambulatory Healthcare Strategies.
Notes and Resources from this Episode:
Baxter IV Fluid Updateshttps://meded.baxter.com/site...2024-11-0644 minASC Podcast with John GoehleEpisode 232 - Latest News and Information, Supply Chain Disruptions, Transitioning from Hospital to ASC and Deep Dive into the OAS-CAHPS Implementation - October 19, 2024On this Episode of the ASC Podcast with John Goehle we discuss the latest news in the ASC Industry including updates on Supply Chain Disruptions, a discussion of how employees can ease the transition from the Hospital to the ASC Setting and in our focus segment, do a deep dive into OAS-CAHPS and the pending implementation in January 2025.
This episode is sponsored by Surgical Information Systems
Notes and Resources from this Episode:
HIDA Clips - Tentative Strike Agreement https://thehill.com/business/4915046-port-strike-deal-reached/?email=b3427831f1ca31e5cc12adbeaf25599c6d57...2024-10-221h 05ASC Podcast with John GoehleEpisode 231 - Latest News and Information, Recent Surveys, HOPD vs ASCs and Interview with Kara Newbury with ASCA about 2025 HOPD/ASC Payment Proposal - September 23, 2024On this Episode of the ASC Podcast with John Goehle we discuss the latest news in the ASC Industry, review some recent experiences with accreditation and CMS surveys, discuss some interesting statistics between HOPDs and ASCs and in our focus segment, talk to Kara Newbury, Chief Advocacy Officer for ASCA about the 2025 HOPD/ASC Proposed Payment Rule.
This episode is sponsored by Surgical Information Systems, triValence, Medserve and Ambulatory Healthcare Strategies.
Notes and Resources from this Episode:
Beckers ASC Review Comparing ASC’s and HOPD’shttps://www.becke...2024-09-2549 minASC Podcast with John GoehleEpisode 230 - Special Episode - Live from the New York State Association of Ambulatory Surgery Center’s Annual Conference - September 18, 2024On this Special Episode of the ASC Podcast with John Goehle recorded live at the 2024 New York State Association of Ambulatory Surgery Center’s Annual Conference 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, triValence, Medserve and Ambulatory Healthcare Strategies.
Notes and Resources from this Episode:
New York State Association of Ambulatory Surgery Centers:Membership Application: https://www.nysaasc.org/benefits-of-membership
Web Site: http://nysaasc.org
...2024-09-252h 51ASC Podcast with John GoehleEpisode 229 - Latest News and Information, 2025 Medicare Quality Reporting, Staff Shortages, Recent litigation and Focus on Life Safety- September 8, 2024On this Episode of the ASC Podcast with John Goehle we discuss the latest news in the ASC Industry, Review issues with the 2025 Medicare Quality Reporting Measures, discuss the future of staff shortages and review recent litigation. In our focus segment we will discuss Life Safety with Ruben Garcia - a life safety surveyor with AAAHC and a life safety consultant
This episode is sponsored by Surgical Information Systems, triValence, Medserve and Ambulatory Healthcare Strategies.
Notes and Resources from this Episode:
Beckers hospital review deficits and surp...2024-09-1052 minASC Podcast with John GoehleEpisode 228 - Special Episode - Live from the Illinois Ambulatory Surgery Center Association Annual Conference - August 22, 2024On this Episode of the ASC Podcast with John Goehle recorded live at the 2024 Illinois Ambulatory Surgery Center Association Annual Conference in Chicago Illinois we interview some of the speakers and discuss the benefits of membership in the Association.
This episode is sponsored by Surgical Information Systems, triValence, Medserve and Ambulatory Healthcare Strategies.
Notes and Resources from this Episode:
Illinois Ambulatory Surgery Center AssociationMembership Application: https://wjweis.association-service.org/securesite/iasca/app.aspx
Web Site: https://il-asca.org/home
INFORMATION ABOUT THE ASC PODCAST WITH JOHN...2024-09-051h 05ASC Podcast with John GoehleEpisode 227 - Latest News and Information, HIPAA Security Breaches, Maintaining Policy Manual and Focus on Revenue Cycle Metrics with Jessica Nelson from SIS - August 18, 2024On this Episode of the ASC Podcast with John Goehle we discuss the latest news in the ASC Industry, provide an update on health care data breaches, discuss methods to create and update your policy manual and in our focus segment, we discuss revenue cycle metrics with Jessica Nelson from Surgical Information Systems.
This episode is sponsored by Surgical Information Systems,.
Notes and Resources from this Episode:
Healthcare data breacheshttps://digital.outpatientsurgery.net/view/302017647/14/#zoom=true
https://www.axios.com/2024/07/08/health-care-cyberattack-cybersecurity-cisa-pushback
Cyber Incident Reporting for Critical Infrastructure Act of 2022
HIPAA jo...2024-08-2054 minASC Podcast with John GoehleEpisode 226 - Latest News and Information, ASC Month, Upcoming ASC Central Conference, 2025 Payment and ASCQR Update and focus on Cardiology, - August 6, 2024On this Episode of the ASC Podcast with John Goehle we discuss the latest news in the ASC Industry, Celebrate ASC Month, Review Upcoming ASC Central Conferences including the 2024 2 day Virtual Multi-State Conference in November, Provide more information on the proposed 2025 ASC/HOPD Payment rule including the new ASC Quality Reporting proposals, Remind listeners on the requirements for malignant hyperthermia drugs and in our focus segment, discuss Cardiology Procedures in the ASC Setting.
This episode is sponsored by Surgical Information Systems, triValence, Medserve and Ambulatory Healthcare Strategies.
Notes and Resources from this...2024-08-0755 minASC Podcast with John GoehleEpisode 225 - Latest News and Information, CMS 2025 Proposed HOPD/ASC Payment Rule and Focus on Time-Outs - July 13, 2024On this Episode of the ASC Podcast with John Goehle we discuss the latest news in the ASC Industry, take a preliminary look at the proposed CMS 2025 HOPD/ASC Payment Rule, Discuss our upcoming conferences and in our focus segment talk about Time Outs including an interview with Bill Duffy - who has been referred to as the “Father” of the Time-Out.
This episode is sponsored by Surgical Information Systems, triValence, Medserve and Ambulatory Healthcare Strategies.
Notes and Resources from this Episode:
CMS 2025 proposed payment rulehttps://www.cms.gov/newsroom/fact-she...2024-07-161h 03ASC Podcast with John GoehleEpisode 224 - Latest News and Information, OSHA 300 Reporting, Policies vs Protocols and Focus on Credentialing and Privileging and Interview with Amanda Penrod - June 26, 2024.On this Episode of the ASC Podcast with John Goehle we discuss the latest news in the ASC Industry including a discussion of OSHA 300 Reporting, reviewing the difference between a policy and a protocol, a discussion about the Medical Advisory or Executive Committee and in our focus segment, we discuss Credentialing and Privileging and interview Amanda Penrod with RFX Solutions about Credentialing documentation pitfalls.
This episode is sponsored by Surgical Information Systems, triValence, Medserve and Ambulatory Healthcare Strategies.
Notes and Resources from this Episode:
ShiftKey Results of its study...2024-07-0149 minASC Podcast with John GoehleEpisode 223 - Latest News, Recent Survey Experiences, Governing Body Reporting and Focus on Pharmacy Costs with John Karwoski - June 9, 2024On this Episode of the ASC Podcast with John Goehle we discuss the latest news in the ASC Industry including recent regulatory changes in Kentucky related to medical errors, a discussion about a recent survey and governing body reporting of QAPI activities and in our focus segment we talk about managing drug costs with john Karwoski with JDJ Consulting.
This episode is sponsored by Surgical Information Systems, triValence, Medserve and Ambulatory Healthcare Strategies.
Notes and Resources from this Episode:
Science.Org Article on SSIshttps://www.science.org/doi/10.1126/scitranslmed.adk8222
OR M...2024-06-1442 minASC Podcast with John GoehleEpisode 222 - Special Episode - Live from the NJAASC Annual Conference - May 23, 2024On 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 we interview some of the speakers and discuss the benefits of membership in the Association.
This episode is sponsored by Surgical Information Systems, triValence, 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...2024-06-081h 26ASC Podcast with John GoehleEpisode 221 - Latest News, Recent Survey Experiences, Non-Competes, Transparency in Credentials and Focus on Quality Improvement and Performance Improvement Programs Compliance - May 16, 2024On this Episode of the ASC Podcast with John Goehle we discuss the latest news in the ASC Industry including an update on the Non-Compete regulations, and discuss patient transparency regarding the credentials of healthcare providers, Discuss recent experiences of our podcast listeners and in our focus segment - discuss Quality Assessment and Performance Improvement program compliance.
This episode is sponsored by Surgical Information Systems, triValence, Medserve and Ambulatory Healthcare Strategies.
Notes and Resources from this Episode:
KFF Health News - WHO Respiratory Illnesshttps://kffhealthnews.org/news/article/airborne-disease-transmission-who-cdc-new-evidence/
https://partne...2024-05-2050 minASC Podcast with John GoehleEpisode 220 - Live from ASCA 2024 in Orlando Florida - The staff of AHS and invited guests talk about the last full day of the Conference - April 19, 2024On this Episode of the ASC Podcast with John Goehle recorded live from ASCA 2024 the staff of Ambulatory Healthcare Strategies and the Podcast, and some of our clients and listeners sit down after the last full day of the conference started to talk about the sessions they attended and their interactions with other attendees. We apologize for the poor sound quality while recording.
This episode is sponsored by Surgical Information Systems, triValence, Medserve and Ambulatory Healthcare Strategies.
Notes and Resources from this Episode:
The ASC Association Websitehttp://ascassociation.org
...2024-04-2334 minASC Podcast with John GoehleEpisode 219 - Live from ASCA 2024 in Orlando Florida - The staff of AHS and invited guests talk about the first full day of the Conference - April 18, 2024.On this Episode of the ASC Podcast with John Goehle recorded live from ASCA 2024 the staff of Ambulatory Healthcare Strategies and the Podcast, and some of our clients and listeners sit down after the first day of the conference started to talk about the sessions the attends and their interactions with other attendees. We apologize for the poor sound quality while recording.
Listen to Episode 219
This episode is sponsored by Surgical Information Systems, triValence, Medserve and Ambulatory Healthcare Strategies.
Notes and Resources from this Episode:
The ASC Association Websi...2024-04-1943 minASC Podcast with John GoehleEpisode 218 - Live from ASCA 2024 in Orlando Florida - The staff of AHS and invited guests talk about expectations for the Conference - April 17, 2024On this Episode of the ASC Podcast with John Goehle recorded live from ASCA 2024 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 2024. We apologize for the poor sound quality while recording.
This episode is sponsored by Surgical Information Systems, triValence, Medserve and Ambulatory Healthcare Strategies.
Notes and Resources from this Episode:
The ASC Association Websitehttp://ascass...2024-04-1832 minASC Podcast with John GoehleEpisode 217 - Latest News, ASCQR Reporting Deadline, DEA Verification, Immediate Jeopardy for Humidity and Focus on Cybersecurity with Paul Alcock from SIS - April 16, 2024On this Episode of the ASC Podcast with John Goehle we discuss the Latest News, provide an update on the pending ASC Quality Reporting Deadline and OAS-CAHPS, Review the new DEA Verification Process, discuss a recent immediate jeopardy called on a listener for a humidity out of range, and in our focus segment - discuss Cybersecurity and the impact of the recent Change Healthcare incident with Paul Alcock with SIS.
This episode is sponsored by Surgical Information Systems,
Notes and Resources from this Episode:
AORN Article on OAS...2024-04-171h 11ASC Podcast with John GoehleEpisode 216 - Latest News, Update and Advice on OAS-CAHPS implementation and focus on Supply Chain Efficiency with Katie St. Onge from triValance - April 8, 2024On this Episode of the ASC Podcast with John Goehle we discuss the Latest News, provide an update and advice on the upcoming requirement for participation in OAS-CAHPS - the Outpatient and Ambulatory Surgery CAHPS Survey and in our focus segment, we discuss how to use data to enhance your supply chain operation with Katie St. Onge with triValence.
This episode is sponsored by triValence.
Notes and Resources from this Episode:
Becker's Article on the Number of ASCs in US:https://www.beckersasc.com/asc-news/the-number-of-ascs-in-all-50-stat...2024-04-111h 16ASC Podcast with John GoehleEpisode 215 - Latest News, Updates on ASCA Advocacy, review of recent DOJ False Claims activity and Focus on Pharmacy Issues with a Panel Discussion - March 18, 2024On this Episode of the ASC Podcast with John Goehle we discuss the Latest News, Review recent ASCA advocacy activities, discuss recent false claims activities by the Department of Justice and in our focus segment discuss pharmacy issues with our newest sponsor Alex Yampolsky from MedServe and a panel of administrators.
This episode is sponsored by Medserve.
Notes and Resources from this Episode:
Information about ASCA:
ASCA 2024https://www.ascassociation.org/annualconference/home
Advocacy Day: https://info.ascassociation.org/acton/ct/15200/s-10ac-2403/Bct/q-133...2024-03-281h 01ASC Podcast with John GoehleEpisode 214 - Latest News, Updated CDC Guidance, AAAHC 1095 Engage, Incident Reporting, Credentialing Providers and Focus on the NPDB - March 3, 2024On this Episode of the ASC Podcast with John Goehle we discuss the Latest News, Discuss AAAHC’s upcoming web interface transition, Review new CDC guidance on respiratory illnesses, Discuss how to avoid practitioners that don’t meet your quality expectations and in our focus segment discuss the National Practitioner Data Bank with a lawyer from Dinsmore.
This episode is sponsored by Surgical Information Systems, triValence, Medserve and Ambulatory Healthcare Strategies.
Notes and Resources from this Episode:
CDC Guidance:
https://www.cdc.gov/ncird/whats-new...2024-03-0659 minASC Podcast with John GoehleEpisode 213 - Latest News, Recent Survey Experiences, Texting and Focus on Informed Consents - February 17, 2024On this Episode of the ASC Podcast with John Goehle we discuss the Latest News, Including an update to the fraudulent Florida nursing diploma situation, discuss texting in the ASC, review some recent survey experiences and in our focus segment, discuss informed consents.
This episode is sponsored by Surgical Information Systems, triValence, Medserve and Ambulatory Healthcare Strategies.
Notes and Resources from this Episode:
Nails and hand hygiene
https://nurse.org/news/nurses-long-nails-nicu-deaths/
Florida Nursing Schools
https://www.timesunion.com/education/article/nurses-sue-new-york-get-licenses-back-fraud-scheme-18658517.php
Medfusion Recall:
ht...2024-02-2738 minASC Podcast with John GoehleEpisode 213 - Latest News, Recent Survey Experiences, Texting and Focus on Informed Consents - February 17, 2024On this Episode of the ASC Podcast with John Goehle we discuss the Latest News, Including an update to the fraudulent Florida nursing diploma situation, discuss texting in the ASC, review some recent survey experiences and in our focus segment, discuss informed consents.
This episode is sponsored by Surgical Information Systems, triValence, Medserve and Ambulatory Healthcare Strategies.
Notes and Resources from this Episode:
Nails and hand hygiene
https://nurse.org/news/nurses-long-nails-nicu-deaths/
Florida Nursing Schools
https://www.timesunion.com/education/article/nurses-sue-new-york-get-licenses-back-fraud-scheme-18658517.php
Medfusion Recall:
ht...2024-02-2439 minASC Podcast with John GoehleEpisode 212 - Latest News, ISMP Update, Joint Commission Safety Goals and Focus Panel Discussion with AHS at their Semi-Annual Retreat - February 9, 2024On this Episode of the ASC Podcast with John Goehle we discuss the Latest News, discuss updates to the ISMP Confused Drug Names and High Alert Drug Lists, Review the 2024 Joint Commission Patient Safety Goals and in our Focus Segment we have a panel discussion of current ASC Issues with the staff of Ambulatory Healthcare Strategies at their January Semi-Annual Retreat.
This episode is sponsored by Surgical Information Systems, triValence, Medserve and Ambulatory Healthcare Strategies.
Notes and Resources from this Episode:
ISMP Update:https://www.ismp.org/resources/high-alert-medication-list-acute-care-settings-updated-2024
TJC 2024 Ambul...2024-02-131h 12ASC Podcast with John GoehleEpisode 211 - Latest News, Annual Notifications, Meetings & Training and Focus on Common AAAHC and ACHC Citations - January 14, 2024On this Episode of the ASC Podcast with John Goehle we discuss the Latest News, discuss how to prepare for your annual board meetings, review annual mandatory education requirements, provide a reminder about periodic hospital reporting and in our focus segment - we discuss some common citations for AAAHC and ACHC.
This episode is sponsored by Surgical Information Systems, triValence, Medserve and Ambulatory Healthcare Strategies.
Notes and Resources from this Episode:
OR Manager Article on Colonoscopy Fee Differences, HOPD vs ASC:
https://www.ormanager.com/briefs/colonoscopy-fees-higher-for-hospitals-than-ascs-study-finds/
Artic...2024-01-171h 01ASC Podcast with John GoehleEpisode 210 - AAAHC Releases V43, CMS MACs have incorrect Payment Information and focus on the 2024 Payment Rule and ASCRS and an Interview with Cristina Bentin - January 5, 2024On this Episode of the ASC Podcast with John Goehle we discuss the Latest News, including the release by AAAHC of the V43 Standards, problems with the Medicare Administrator Contracts and 2024 Payment Rates, contagious disease outbreaks and in our focus segment we discuss the 2024 HOPD/ASC Final Payment rule, the 2024 Medicare Quality Reporting System and discuss payment and coding updates with Cristina Bentin from Coding Compliance Management.
This episode is sponsored by Surgical Information Systems, triValence, Medserve and Ambulatory Healthcare Strategies.
Notes and Resources from this Episode:
AAAHC - V43 was...2024-01-081h 35ASC Podcast with John GoehleEpisode 209 - Latest News, Drug Shortage Impact, Price Transparency and focus on healthcare cost pressures and an Interview with triValence’s Alex Pirrotta - December 27, 2023On this Episode of the ASC Podcast with John Goehle we discuss the Latest News, the impact on ASCs of the ongoing Drug Shortages, recent state actions impacting ASCs including price transparency initiatives and in our focus segment, we discuss profitability challenges related to on-going salary, and other cost pressures and Interview triValence’s Alex Pirrotta regarding supply chain costs.
This episode is sponsored by triValence.
Notes and Resources from this Episode:
ECRA and ISMP Report:
https://assets.ecri.org/PDF/10.2023_Press_Release_Medication_Shortages_supporting_summary.pdf
For more on ma...2023-12-291h 05ASC Podcast with John GoehleEpisode 208 - Latest News, discuss Electronic Medical Record Adoption and in focus segment we discuss EMR Implementation with Katie Pierson - December 6, 2023On this Episode of the ASC Podcast with John Goehle we discuss the latest news, talk about upcoming conferences, discuss Electronic Medical Record Implementation and interview Katie Pierson about how to survive software transitions.
This episode is sponsored by Surgical Information Systems.
Notes and Resources from this Episode:
US News and World Report: Coming: Surgery Center Ratings, and Modified Timing of Hospital Rankings:
https://health.usnews.com/health-news/blogs/second-opinion/articles/2023-11-27/surgery-center-ratings-modified-timing-hospital-rankings
FDA – Plastic Syringe made in China Safety Alert
https://www.fda.gov/medic...2023-12-0859 minASC Podcast with John GoehleEpisode 207 - Latest News, Recent Virtual Conference Experiences and focus on the Anesthesia Crisis in ASCs. - November 21, 2023On this Episode of the ASC Podcast with John Goehle we discuss the latest news, review some of our recent virtual conferences and announce upcoming conferences. In our focus segment we discuss the anesthesia crisis in Ambulatory Surgery Centers with a lawyer who talked to us about legal and contract issues and we also interviewed two nurses who provided some practical suggestions to deal with the current situation.
This episode is sponsored by Surgical Information Systems, triValence and Ambulatory Healthcare Strategies.
Notes and Resources from this Episode:
AORN Cyber week sal...2023-11-221h 07ASC Podcast with John GoehleEpisode 206 - Special Episode - Live from the Washington ASC Association Meeting - November 9, 2023On this Special Episode of the ASC Podcast with John Goehle, we visit the Washington Ambulatory Surgery Center Association’s 2023 Annual Education Conference & Trade Show at the Tulalip Resort and Spa in Tulalip Washington. We discuss some of the sessions and meet with representatives from the association to discuss their activities.
This episode is sponsored by Surgical Information Systems, triValence and Ambulatory Healthcare Strategies.
Notes and Resources from this Episode:
Washington Ambulatory Surgery Center Association:
https://wasca.net/
Become a Members of WASCA:
https://wasca.net/join/b...2023-11-2234 minASC Podcast with John GoehleEpisode 205 - Latest News, Final 2024 CMS ASC Payment Rule and Focus on Pharmacy Compliance including an interview with Pharmacist John Karwoski - November 5, 2023On this Episode of the ASC Podcast with John Goehle, we discuss the latest news including the Final 2024 CMS Payment Rule for ASCs and focus on the regulations related to Pharmaceutical Services and we interview pharmacist John Karwoski regarding diversion.
This episode is sponsored by Surgical Information Systems, triValence and Ambulatory Healthcare Strategies.
Notes and Resources from this Episode:
Joint Commission Report - Preserving patient safety after a cyberattack
https://www.jointcommission.org/-/media/tjc/newsletters/sea-67-Cybersecurity-7-26-23-final.pdf
Joint Commission Report - Wro...2023-11-081h 21ASC Podcast with John GoehleEpisode 204 - Special Episode - Live from the NJAASC Quarterly Meeting - State ASC Update and Anesthesia Crisis Discussion - October 25, 2023On this Episode of the ASC Podcast with John Goehle, we visit the final quarterly meeting for 2023 for the New Jersey Association of Ambulatory Surgery Centers in Kenilworth New Jersey, meet with association leadership to discuss their activities and the benefits of membership and interviewed two of the speakers about the anesthesia crisis and how their center has adapted.
This episode is sponsored by Surgical Information Systems, triValence and Ambulatory Healthcare Strategies.
Notes and Resources from this Episode:
New Jersey Association of Ambulatory Surgery Center Website
https://njaasc.org...2023-10-3044 minASC Podcast with John GoehleEpisode 203 - Latest News, Survey Experiences, Accreditation Organization Update and Interview with Tom Terranova from Quad A - October 20, 2023On this Episode of the ASC Podcast with John Goehle, we provide the latest news and information in the ASC Industry, review recent survey experiences, discuss Accreditation Trends and discuss the latest news from Quad A with it’s CEO Tom Terranova.
This episode is sponsored by Surgical Information Systems, triValence and Ambulatory Healthcare Strategies.
Notes and Resources from this Episode:
ASC Quality – Tips and Toolkits Resource:
https://www.ascquality.org/advancingascquality
Reporting Theft/Loss of Controlled Substances:
https://www.deadiversion.usdoj.gov/21cfr_reports/theft/
A Nose for Reducing SSIs (Ar...2023-10-211h 05ASC Podcast with John GoehleEpisode 202 - Special Episode - New York State Association of ASCs 2023 Annual Conference - October 4-6, 2023On this Special Episode of the ASC Podcast with John Goehle, we visit the New York State Association of ASCs 2023 Annual Conference held October 4 -6, 2023 in Albany New York and interview various speakers and the leadership of the association.
This episode is sponsored by Surgical Information Systems, triValence and Ambulatory Healthcare Strategies.
Notes and Resources from this Episode:
Information on the New York State Association of ASCs:
Website: http://nysaasc.org
Become a member of the Association: https://www.nysaasc.org/benefits-of-membership
INFORMATION ABOUT THE ASC PODCAST WITH JOH...2023-10-192h 32ASC Podcast with John GoehleEpisode 201 - News Update, Anesthesia Crisis, CRNA Supervision, Kaiser Strike Update, Private Equity and Anesthesia and Focus on Cybersecurity with Paul Alcock with SIS - October 9, 2023On this episode of the ASC Podcast with John Goehle, we discuss the latest news, review the rising crisis in Anesthesia in ASCs and the supervision of CRNAs, discuss the concerns about the role of Private Equity in the Anesthesia Crisis, Celebrate Sterile Processing Week and in our focus segment, for Cybersecurity Awareness Month discuss Cybersecurity with Paul Alcock from Surgical Information Systems.
This episode is sponsored by Surgical Information Systems.
Notes and Resources from this Episode:
Abbott Medical Recall of Proclaim Spinal Cord Stimulators
https://www.fda.gov...2023-10-101h 03ASC Podcast with John GoehleEpisode 200 - News Update, Recent Experiences including dealing with a rude surveyor and a Celebration of our 200th Episode with the Staff of the Podcast and AHS - September 28, 2023On this episode of the ASC Podcast with John Goehle, we discuss the latest news and recent survey experiences including a discussion on dealing with a rude surveyor, and we celebrate our 200th Episode with the staff of the Podcast and the Staff of Ambulatory Healthcare Strategies and discuss current issues in ASCs.
This episode is sponsored by Surgical Information Systems, triValence and Ambulatory Healthcare Strategies.
Notes and Resources from this Episode:
Costs for Common Health Care Procedures Significantly Higher When Performed in Hospital Outpatient Departments
https://www.bcb...2023-10-032h 19ASC Podcast with John GoehleEpisode 199 - Special Episode - Live from the Ohio State Association Meeting - September 20, 2023On this episode of the ASC Podcast with John Goehle we visit the Ohio Association of Ambulatory Surgery Centers Annual meeting in Columbus Ohio, interview some of the speakers and exhibitors and speak with the association leadership about the conference and the value of the state association.
This episode is sponsored by Surgical Information Systems, triValence and Ambulatory Healthcare Strategies.
Notes and Resources from this Episode:
Join the Ohio Association of of Ambulatory Surgery Centers:
http://www.oaasc.net/aws/OAASC/pt/sp/join
Contacts for Speakers:
H...2023-09-222h 06ASC Podcast with John GoehleEpisode 198 - News Update, Responsible Adult, HIPAA Issues, Site Neutral Payments and Focus on Payment Cycle Controls and Fraud with Alex Pirotta of triValence - September 12, 2023On this episode of the ASC Podcast with John Goehle we discuss the latest news in the ASC Industry, Review requirements for patients to go home with a responsible Adult, discuss HIPAA Issues related to AI Assistants like Siri and Alexa, Review recent discussions related to Site Neutral Payments and in our Focus Segment, discuss Payment Cycle Controls and Fraud and Abuse with Alex Pirotta of triValence.
This episode is sponsored by triValence.
Notes and Resources from this Episode:
Impact of Possible government shutdown:
https://www.crfb.org/papers/government-shutdowns-qa-everything-you-should-know#w...2023-09-181h 11ASC Podcast with John GoehleEpisode 197 - News Update, Takeaways from the Illinois Association Meeting and Focus on Credentialing and Privileging - August 30, 2023On this episode of the ASC Podcast with John Goehle we discuss the latest news in the ASC Industry, Review takeaways from the Illinois State Association Meeting and in our focus segment, review the requirements for Credentialing and Privileging providers.
This episode is sponsored by Surgical Information Systems, triValence and Ambulatory Healthcare Strategies.
Notes and Resources from this Episode:
DHHS is investing more than 100 million dollars to address the nursing shortage.
https://www.hhs.gov/about/news/2023/08/10/biden-harris-administration-announces-100-million-grow-nursing-workforce.html
ASA guidelines on GLP 1 receptor agonists
https...2023-08-3154 minASC Podcast with John GoehleEpisode 196 - News Update, Anesthesia Challenges, COVID Uptick, Recent Survey Experiences and focus on Outsourced Billing Services with SIS. August 15, 2023On this episode of the ASC Podcast with John Goehle we discuss the latest news in the ASC Industry, Discuss the recent uptick in COVID cases and remind listeners of the return to work guidelines, discuss recent survey issues including the new Medicare Ombudsman link and the requirements for BLS, ACLS and PALS certifications. In our focus segment we discuss Outsourced Billing, Coding and Collections.
This episode is sponsored by Surgical Information Systems
Notes and Resources from this Episode:
COVID-19 Uptick
Link to CDC Return to work Guidance: https...2023-08-161h 09ASC Podcast with John GoehleEpisode 195 - News Update, Vaccine Mandate Expires, ASC Month and Interview Therese Gopaul-Robinson about Leadership , August 2, 2023On this episode of the ASC Podcast with John Goehle we discuss the latest news in the ASC Industry, Review the August 5th Effective date of the expiration of the COVID 19 Vaccination Mandate, Celebrate National ASC Month and in our Focus Segment, Interview Therese Gopaul-Robinson about her presentation “ Lost: Leading when the destination is Unclear” during the New Jersey ASC Association Annual Conference in April.
This episode is sponsored by Surgical Information Systems, triValence and Ambulatory Healthcare Strategies.
Notes and Resources from this Episode:
QSO-23-02-ALL
https...2023-08-0759 minASC Podcast with John GoehleEpisode 194 - ASC Podcast with John Goehle - Governing Body Edition - Governing Body Requirements and Responsibilities - July 20, 2023On this special Governing Body Edition of the ASC Podcast with John Goehle, we discuss the requirements for Governance in the ASC Setting. This episode is designed to provide governing board members with an overview of their responsibilities.
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_exhi...2023-07-2127 minASC Podcast with John GoehleEpisode 193 - News Update and 2023 CMS Proposed HOPD/ASC Payment Rule and ASCQR changes, July 18, 2023On this episode of the ASC Podcast with John Goehle we discuss the latest news in the ASC Industry and in our focus segment, discuss the proposed CMS 2024 HOPD/ASC Payment Rule including the proposed changes to the ASC Quality Reporting Program.
This episode is sponsored by Surgical Information Systems, triValence and Ambulatory Healthcare Strategies.
Notes and Resources from this Episode:
Beckers ASC review – N Carolina physician found guilty of reusing single use devices
https://www.beckersasc.com/asc-news/north-carolina-physician-sentenced-to-25-years-in-prison-for-reusing-single-use-medical-devices.html?origin=ASCE&utm_source=ASCE&utm_mediu...2023-07-1955 minASC Podcast with John GoehleEpisode 192 - News Update, Joint Commission Study on Wrong Site Surgery, and an interview with Heather Hayes from SIS about Considerations in Choosing an EMR - June 30, 2023On this episode of the ASC Podcast with John Goehle we discuss the latest news in the ASC Industry, discuss a recent study on wrong site surgery and in our focus segment, interview Heather Hayes from Surgical Information Systems about Considerations when choosing an Electronic Medical Record system.
This episode is sponsored by Surgical Information Systems
Resources from this Episode:
Joint Commission Study about Wrong Site Surgeries (from OR Magazine article by Adam Taylor on 6/15/23)https://www.aorn.org/outpatient-surgery/article/the-big-three-wrong-site-specialties
Becker’s Hospital Review Article about nurses and degre...2023-07-0457 minASC Podcast with John GoehleEpisode 191 - News Update and ASCA 2023 Retrospective - June 18, 2023On this episode of the ASC Podcast with John Goehle we discuss the latest news in the ASC Industry, discuss the recent 2023 Multi-State ASC Conference and provide retrospective on ASCA 2023 in Louisville Kentucky
This episode is sponsored by Surgical Information Systems, triValence and Ambulatory Healthcare Strategies.
Resources from this Episode:
The ASC Association (ASCA)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
Infection Control Survey Tool (Used by Surveyors for Infection Control)htt...2023-06-2449 minASC Podcast with John GoehleEpisode 190 - Special Episode - Live from ASCA 2023 - Day Two Discussion - May 19, 2023.Welcome to a special episode of the ASC Podcast with John Goehle. In this episode, the staff of Ambulatory Healthcare Strategies and some of our patron members attending ASCA 2023 talk about some of their observations after the first two full days of ASCA 2023 in Louisville Kentucky. We apologize for the exceptionally poor sound quality of the recording which was not recorded in our studios. You may find listening with headphones is easier than on a speaker. Again we are sorry about the quality.
This episode is sponsored by Surgical Information Systems, triValence and Ambulatory Healthcare Strat...2023-06-0233 minASC Podcast with John GoehleEpisode 189 - Special Episode - Live from ASCA 2023 - Day One Discussion - May 18, 2023Welcome to a special episode of the ASC Podcast with John Goehle. In this episode, the staff of Ambulatory Healthcare Strategies and some of our patron members attending ASCA 2023 talk about some of their observations after the first day of ASCA 2023 in Louisville Kentucky. We apologize for the sound quality of the recording which was not recorded in our studios and some of the speakers were not close to the microphone.
This episode is sponsored by Surgical Information Systems, triValence and Ambulatory Healthcare Strategies.
Resources from this Episode:
The A...2023-05-1945 minASC Podcast with John GoehleEpisode 188 - Special Episode - Live from ASCA 2023 - Pre-Conference Discussion - May 17, 2023Welcome to a special episode of the ASC Podcast with John Goehle. In this episode, Sue and John are joined by the staff of AHS, Cristina Bentin from Coding Compliance Management, and a few of our valued patron members of the podcast. Together, they delve into the pre-conferences and share their expectations for the upcoming ASCA 2023 conference, set to kick off on Thursday in Louisville, Kentucky. Get ready for an insightful discussion on all things ASCA 2023. We apologize for the sound quality of the recording which was not recorded in our studios and some of the speakers were not c...2023-05-1830 minASC Podcast with John GoehleEpisode 187 - Recent News, Survey Experiences, CMS Report to Congress on Accrediting Organizations and Focus on Information Technology with SIS’s Daren Smith - May 15, 2023On this Episode of the ASC Podcast with John Goehle we discuss Recent News including the 2021 Report to Congress on the CMS Oversight of Accrediting Organizations, Review recent survey experiences including policy and procedure and Anesthesia issues and in our focus segment, we discuss the state of networking, local servers and cloud based hosting with our friend Daren Smith with Surgical Information Systems.
This episode is sponsored by Surgical Information Systems,
Resources from this Episode:
Becker’s Article on Surgeon Compensation:
Beckers Report: https://www.beckersasc.com/asc-news/5-physi...2023-05-181h 18ASC Podcast with John GoehleEpisode 186 - CMS Announces Guidance for the Expiration of the PHE and Vaccine Mandate changes, in our focus segment we discuss FINTECH and IT’s Impact on Finance with triValence - May 2, 2023On this Episode of the ASC Podcast with John Goehle we discuss the Guidance from CMS on May 1st related to the Expiration of the Public Health Emergency and changes to the Vaccine Mandate, we remind our listeners about the upcoming ASC Quality Reporting Deadline in May and in our focus segment discuss the evolving impact of technology on financial management and FINTECH with our friends at triValence.
This episode is sponsored by triValence.
Resources from this Episode:
QSO-23-13-ALL - Guidance for the Expiration of the COVID-19 Pub...2023-05-0359 minASC Podcast with John GoehleEpisode 185 - Latest News and Experiences on Surveys, CDC Change to EUA and Focus on Billing and Coding with Cristina Bentin - April 30, 2023On this Episode of the ASC Podcast with John Goehle we discuss the Latest News, Recent experiences on Surveys, and update on the Emergency Use Authorizations for the COVID-19 Vaccines, and in our focus segment interview Cristina Bentin with Coding Compliance Management about current coding and billing challenges
This episode is sponsored by Surgical Information Systems, triValence and Ambulatory Healthcare Strategies.
Resources from this Episode:
Prior Authorization for United Healthcare GI Cases:https://associationdatabase.com/aws/OAASC/pt/sd/news_article/506938/_PARENT/layout_details/true
https://www.uhcprovider.com/en/res...2023-05-021h 10ASC Podcast with John GoehleEpisode 184 - Special Episode - Live from the April 2023 NJAASC Annual Conference - April 19, 2023On this Special Episode of the ASC Podcast with John Goehle, we interview speakers and leadership during the New Jersey Association of Ambulatory Surgery Center’s Annual Conference at The Palace at Somerset on April 19, 2023.
This episode is sponsored by Surgical Information Systems, triValence and Ambulatory Healthcare Strategies.
Resources from this Episode:
NJAASC Websitehttps://njaasc.org/
Become a Member of the New Jersey Association of ASCshttps://njaasc.org/member-benefits/
Therese Gopaul-Robinson (Get a free Workbook):https://www.theresegr.com/
JDJ Consulting (John Karwoski):https://www.jdjconsulting.net/
Ambulatory Surgery Center Quali...2023-05-011h 35ASC Podcast with John GoehleEpisode 183 - Latest News, Announce Upcoming Multi-State Conference and in our Focus Segment, Discuss the Responsibilities of the Governing Body - April 2, 2023On this Episode of the ASC Podcast with John Goehle we discuss the Latest News, Announce the Upcoming 2023 Multi-State 2 Day Virtual Conference and in our focus segment review the responsibilities of the governing body and how to assure compliance with the regulatory requirements related to governance in the ASC.
This episode is sponsored by Surgical Information Systems, triValence and Ambulatory Healthcare Strategies.
Resources from this Episode:
Announcing the 2023 Multi-State Virtual Conference on June 12-13, 2023 Sponsored by the ASC Podcast and several state ASC Associations. Visit https://ascpodcast.com/2023_multistate/ for more...2023-04-0947 minASC Podcast with John GoehleEpisode 182 - Latest News, Maintaining Compliance between Surveys, OSHA 300 Form, and Focus on Supply Chain with Interview with Trivalence - March 9, 2023On this Episode of the ASC Podcast with John Goehle we discuss the Latest News, Discuss some recent survey issues, review the OSHA 300 form and discuss maintaining compliance between surveys, and in our focus segment talk about Supply Chain issues and developments in supply cycle management and interview our friends at Trivalence.
This episode is sponsored by triValence.
Resources from this Episode:
Becker's Article on Hospitals Closing Service Lines:
https://www.beckersasc.com/asc-news/how-hospitals-closing-services-lines-could-affect-ascs.html?origin=ASCE&utm_source=ASCE&utm_medium=email&utm_content=newsletter&oly_enc...2023-03-1459 minASC Podcast with John GoehleEpisode 181 - ASC Podcast with John Goehle - Staff Edition - The Importance of the Manufacturer’s Instructions for Use for Supplies and Equipment - March 8, 2023On this Staff Edition of the ASC Podcast with John Goehle, we discuss the Importance of the Manufacturer’s Instructions for Use for Supplies and Equipment.
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 t...2023-03-1420 minASC Podcast with John GoehleEpisode 180 - Latest News, Masking Update, Accommodations for Unvaccinated Employees and Focus on Manufacturers Instructions - February 18, 2023On this Episode of the ASC Podcast with John Goehle we discuss the Latest News, Remind listeners about the CDC’s recommendations about masking, and the CMS requirements for accommodations for unvaccinated exempt employees, and in our focus segment we look into the importance of Manufacturers instructions for regulatory compliance.
This episode is sponsored by Surgical Information Systems, triValence and Ambulatory Healthcare Strategies.
Resources from this Episode:
Mask Mandate - CDC Requirements9/23/22 CDC Recommendations: https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/hcp/infection-control-recommendations.html
Tracking link:ht...2023-02-2044 minASC Podcast with John GoehleEpisode 179 - Latest News, New CMS Resource for Infection Control, Post COVID Surgery Risks and a Visit to the Winter Retreat for AHS - January 29, 2023On this Episode of the ASC Podcast with John Goehle we discuss the Latest News, review a recent CMS Quality Safety & Oversight memorandum related to a new resource for infection Control, discuss Post COVID Surgery Risks, debrief from the January ASC Administrator’s Bootcamp and during our focus segment, we visit with the staff of Ambulatory Healthcare Strategies and the ASC Podcast with John Goehle during their Winter Retreat.
This episode is sponsored by Surgical Information Systems, triValence and Ambulatory Healthcare Strategies.
Resources from this Episode:
Medpage Today - Perceptions of Sc...2023-02-051h 24ASC Podcast with John GoehleEpisode 178 - Latest News, Frequent Survey Citations, ASC Trends, Drug Storage and focus on Peer Review and interview Carolanne Holtz - December 31, 2022On this Episode of the ASC Podcast with John Goehle we discuss the latest news, review some frequent survey citations, discuss some recent ASC Trends and review proper drug storage and in our focus segment, we discuss Peer Review and interview Carolanne Holtz, the Senior Director of Clinical Operations at Regent Surgical Health.
This episode is sponsored by Surgical Information Systems, triValence and Ambulatory Healthcare Strategies.
Resources from this Episode:
ASCA Shares Top 10 Survey Citations Reported by CMS (associationdatabase.com)
https://www.aorn.org/outpatient-surgery/the-magazine/article/the-top-trends-in-surgery-today
Important Resources for AS...2023-01-0155 minASC Podcast with John GoehleEpisode 177 - Latest News, Financial Benchmarks, Consents and in our Focus Segment a Discussion about Managing Recalls with an Interview with Tracey Chadwell with Notisphere- December 5, 2022On this Episode of the ASC Podcast with John Goehle we discuss the latest news, review some financial benchmarks, discuss the three different types of consents used in an ASC and in our focus segment review the requirements for managing recalls including an interview with Tracey Chadwell, Clinical Recall Communications Advisor for Notisphere
.
This episode is sponsored by Surgical Information Systems, triValence and Ambulatory Healthcare Strategies.
Resources from this Episode:
Kaiser Health News Article:He woke up from eye surgery with a gash on his forehead. What happened? | WUSF Public Med...2022-12-081h 01ASC Podcast with John GoehleEpisode 176 - ASC Podcast with John Goehle - Staff Edition - Pharmacy Regulations and Recent Survey Experiences - November 18, 2022On 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 - Ap...2022-11-1918 minASC Podcast with John GoehleEpisode 175 - Observations from the Washington Association Meeting, Risk Assessments and their Analysis, Pharmacy Requirements and Recent Pharmacy Survey Issues with Victor Alves - November 17, 2022On 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...2022-11-191h 12ASC Podcast with John GoehleEpisode 174 - Latest News and Information, and Focus on the 2023 Final CMS Payment Rule and Medicare Quality Reporting - November 15, 2022On 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...2022-11-1735 minASC Podcast with John GoehleEpisode 173 - Latest News and Information and a focus on supply chain challenges with an Interview with Dunston Almeida Founder of TriValence - October 31, 2022On 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 Tri...2022-11-031h 04ASC Podcast with John GoehleEpisode 172 - Special Northeast ASC Conference Edition - October 30, 2022On 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...2022-11-031h 16ASC Podcast with John GoehleEpisode 171 - Special New York State Association Fall Conference Edition - October 29, 2022On 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...2022-11-031h 47ASC Podcast with John GoehleEpisode 170 - News & Information, Inflation, Retention and Visit with the Staff of AHS - October 18, 2022On 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 leav...2022-10-191h 00ASC Podcast with John GoehleEpisode 169 - Staff Edition - A Review of Risk Management and Incident Reporting - October 17, 2022On 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...2022-10-1818 minASC Podcast with John GoehleEpisode 168 - News & Information, Updates on Flu, COVID and Supply Chain and Interview with Bill Prentice from ASCA - October 10, 2022On 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...2022-10-1749 minASC Podcast with John GoehleEpisode 167 - Special Ohio Episode - Live from Ohio State Association Meeting September 27-28, 2022 - October 8, 2022On 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...2022-10-091h 25ASC Podcast with John GoehleEpisode 166 - Special CASA Episode - Live from CASA 2022 in September 2022 - September 19, 2022On 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#se4...2022-09-261h 07ASC Podcast with John GoehleEpisode 165 - News, Ophthalmic Medication, Dental Reimbursement, Hospital ASC Investment, & focus on Interoperability with Lindsay Hanrahan from SIS - September 5, 2022On 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.
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This episode is sponsored by Surgical Information Systems
Resources from this Episode:
SIS - Surgical Information Systems (The...2022-09-081h 08ASC Podcast with John GoehleEpisode 164 - Latest News, CRNA Verification, Nurse Call Systems and Focus on Employee Recordkeeping and PEOs - August 22, 2022On 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:
NBC...2022-08-231h 12ASC Podcast with John GoehleEpisode 163 - Latest News, CMS 2023 Proposed ASC Payment Rule and Focus on Incident Reporting - July 25, 2022On 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/tex...2022-08-0143 minASC Podcast with John GoehleEpisode 162 - ASC Podcast with John Goehle - Special Episode - Live from the June 8, 2022 12th Annual Ambulatory Surgery Conference for the NJAASC- July 24, 2022On 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/Reg...2022-07-271h 09ASC Podcast with John GoehleEpisode 161 - ASC Podcast with John Goehle - Latest News and review of the revised ASC Interpretive Guidelines - July 6, 2022.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, TriValence and Ambulatory Healthcare Strategies.
Resources from this Episode:
Difference in cataract costs HOPD vs ASC
https://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
Leapfrog
https://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
QS...2022-07-1454 minASC Podcast with John GoehleEpisode 160 - ASC Podcast with John Goehle - Special Episode - New York Association of ASCs 2022 Spring Conference May 10 and 11, 2022 - June 5, 2022On 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 A...2022-06-221h 28ASC Podcast with John GoehleEpisode 159 - ASC Podcast with John Goehle - Special Episode -Indiana Federation of ASCs 2022 Spring Conference and Trade Show Held on April 22, 2022 - June 4, 2022On 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...2022-06-1214 minASC Podcast with John GoehleEpisode 158 - ASC Podcast with John Goehle - Latest News and Information, revised Interpretive Guidelines focus segment on Accrediting Organization Oversight and top 2022 Citations - June 3, 2022On 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 b...2022-06-0545 minASC Podcast with John GoehleEpisode 157 - ASC Podcast with John Goehle - A Special Roundtable Discussion with our Patron Members about Staffing, Recruitment and Retention - May 2, 2022On 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 mor...2022-05-1858 minASC Podcast with John GoehleEpisode 156 - ASC Podcast with John Goehle - Live from ASCA 2022 - Part 2 - April 29, 2022On this Episode of the ASC Podcast with John Goehle, we visit with the staff of Ambulatory Healthcare Strategies and invited guests to discuss their observations about the first ASCA conference after the pandemic - ASCA 2022 in Dallas Texas. This panel discussion was recorded after the second full day of the conference.
This episode sponsored by Surgical Information Systems 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/Regu...2022-05-0451 minASC Podcast with John GoehleEpisode 155 - ASC Podcast with John Goehle - Live from ASCA 2022 - Part 1 - April 28, 2022On this Episode of the ASC Podcast with John Goehle, we visit with the staff of Ambulatory Healthcare Strategies and invited guests to discuss their observations about the first ASCA conference after the pandemic - ASCA 2022 in Dallas Texas.
This episode sponsored by Surgical Information Systems 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
Policy & Memos to States and RegionsCMS Qual...2022-05-0350 minASC Podcast with John GoehleEpisode 154 - ASC Podcast with John Goehle - Medicare Quality Reporting and NHSN Deadlines, No Surprises Act Update and Focus on Coding and Billing - April 16, 2022On this Episode of the ASC Podcast with John Goehle, we review upcoming deadlines and requirements for Medicare Quality Reporting including the NHSN Vaccine Reporting, Discuss updated FAQs for the No Surprises Act, provide an update on CMS Quality Reporting and Oversight Memos related to the Vaccine Mandate and in our focus segment, discuss coding and billing and interview Scott Megeson with MD Strategies.
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This episode sponsored by Surgical Information Systems and Ambulatory Healthcare Strategies.
Resources from this Episode:
QSO Update (Quality, Safety and Oversight Policy and Memos to St...2022-04-181h 14ASC Podcast with John GoehleEpisode 153 - ASC Podcast with John Goehle - Latest News, Patient Safety and Focus on Medicare ASC Quality Reporting Requirements - March 28, 2022In this Episode of the ASC Podcast with John Goehle, on this episode we discuss the latest news and patient safety concerns, and in our focus segment, we will discuss the 2022 ASC Quality Reporting Requirements.
This episode sponsored by Surgical Information Systems and Ambulatory Healthcare Strategies.
Resources from this Episode:
A paper written by APIC’s COVID-19 task force titled -- “Between a Rock and a Hard Place”: recommendations for balancing patient safety and pandemic response explores the lessons infection preventionists have learned during their fight against COVID-19. Highlights actions recommended at both the health care...2022-03-301h 23ASC Podcast with John GoehleEpisode 152 - ASC Podcast with John Goehle - CMS Guidance to States, Staffing and Focus on EMR - February 27, 2022In this Episode of the ASC Podcast with John Goehle, We discuss the latest news, review recent CMS Guidance to state agencies on the enforcement of the Medicare Regulations, discuss staffing challenges, the talk about smoke evacuation in operating rooms and in our focus segment talk to Todd Logan with SIS regarding Electronic Medical Records
This episode sponsored by Surgical Information Systems
Resources from this Episode:
CMS Notifies SA that they need to enforce the regulations in the Conditions for Coverage - or risk losing funding for doing surveys. . https://www.cms.g...2022-02-281h 08ASC Podcast with John GoehleEpisode 151 - ASC Podcast with John Goehle - Staff Edition - Review of the Regulations and Requirements for Pharmacy Services in the ASC - January 23, 2022On this Staff Edition Episode of the ASC Podcast with John Goehle, we discuss the conditions for coverage and requirements for pharmaceutical services in ASCs and what surveyors look for during a survey
This episode sponsored by Surgical Information Systems 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:
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