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ASCA Board Member and Immediate Past Board President Mark Wainner participated in a discussion on the state of the #ASC industry at Ambulatory Surgery Center News’ Investments & Operations Conference in Denver, July 8-9, along with Travis Messina and Mark Langston.

Vizient released its 2026 Impact of Change forecast last week. The report projects #ASC volume to grow 24% over the next decade. —via #ASCFocus buff.ly/2kTP8Oi

#FocusFriday: Medicare’s 2027 proposed rule for ASCs is a mixed bag with clear winners and losers. Check out this ASC Focus #DigitalDebut for an analysis. buff.ly/QkvGT0K

📢 ASCA MEMBERS 📢 Check out this latest podcast episode where ASCA CEO Bill Prentice and ASCA Chief Advocacy Officer Kara Newbury discuss the highlights of the 2027 proposed payment rule for #ASCs and #HOPDs, released by CMS on July 2. buff.ly/SEkV3IQ

Four hernia codes requested by ASCA were proposed for addition to Medicare’s #ASC Covered Procedures List. Read ASCA’s overview of the 2027 proposed payment rule. #Medicare buff.ly/A8u7mHS

Be among the first to showcase your solutions to thousands of ASC decision-makers in #ASCFocus magazine’s Tech Lab! This section was created to spotlight the latest products, tech and services shaping the #ASC industry. buff.ly/06F3R1I

#4thOfJuly #USA #RedWhiteAndBlue

On July 8, new requirements related to standards for accessible #medical diagnostic equipment will take effect. #ASCs that use the covered equipment will be required to comply. #DigitalDebut #FocusFriday —via #ASCFocus magazine buff.ly/wRSBRqB

While CMS proposes a 2.4% update across all codes, many high-volume procedures are slated to see a drop in reimbursement for 2027. Read ASCA’s initial review. #Medicare #ASC buff.ly/A8u7mHS

In May, #ASCFocus launched Tech Lab, a new section designed to spotlight the latest products, tech and services shaping the #ASC industry. Showcase your solutions to thousands of ASC decision-makers looking to improve their facilities and #patient care. buff.ly/06F3R1I

Take ASCA’s 60-Second Survey on #EHR usage! The results from this survey will be invaluable in advocacy to state and federal regulators regarding electronic health data requirements for #ASCs. buff.ly/5ipRfhD

Today’s #FocusFriday read: #DigitalDebut: @CMSGov released a final rule to strengthen oversight of accrediting organizations, including AAAHC, ACHC, @DNV_Group, @TJCommission and @QUADANOW. —via ASC Focus magazine buff.ly/ZkV43pd

From left, Chelsey Wen, Marjorie Bessel, Rena Courtay and Kara Newbury speak during the “Changing Face of Care Delivery: Outpatient and Ambulatory Surgery Centers” session at U.S. News & World Report’s annual leadership conference, Healthcare of Tomorrow, June 17-18 in D.C.

During ASCA’s latest fly-in, members from all over the country met with 58 members of Congress and their staff to educate them about how #ASCs provide care in their respective communities. Read this ASC Focus Digital Debut to learn more. #ASCAdvocacy buff.ly/PgcuaX5

Juneteenth is a day to remember, reflect and rejoice. 🎊 Happy Emancipation Day, everyone! ❤️ #Juneteenth #FreedomDay

Navigating the Ambulatory Surgery Center Landscape for Electrophysiology: Challenges and Opportunities Ahead —via @EPLabDigest buff.ly/TSHV8Qh

📢 Calling All ASCA Members! 📢 We’re asking for volunteers to record a video (45-60 seconds) about their membership experience to be featured during this year’s Member Appreciation Week, August 3-7! Submit the interest form by this Thursday, June 18. buff.ly/5YYGnnz

#FocusFriday: Check out the June-July issue of #ASCFocus, now available on the ASC Focus website. Highlights include: “In control,” “Come clean” and “Using artificial intelligence tools in surgery centers.” buff.ly/uA5ptC2

ASCA Board Member Jon Van Valkenburg, CASC, executive director of Upstate Orthopedics ASC in East Syracuse, New York, will represent #ASCs at the New York State Public Health and Health Planning Council. —via ASC Focus magazine buff.ly/xPHGOBy

📢 Calling All ASCA Members! 📢 We’re asking for volunteers to record a short video (45–60 seconds) about their membership experience to be featured during this year’s Member Appreciation Week, August 3-7! Submit the interest form by June 18. buff.ly/oYoQmym