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How the pandemic has changed the vendor-ASC relationship: Q&A with Administrator Joe Peluso
Joe Peluso, an administrator at Greensburg, Pa.-based Aestique Surgery Center, spoke with Becker's Healthcare about shifting vendor-ASC relationships amid the pandemic and the need to shift to group purchasing options. -
Aspen Surgical expands ASC offerings, adding Canada medical supply company
Surgical supply company Aspen Surgical acquired Montreal-based BlueMed Medical Supplies. -
3 supply chain concerns for ASCs
Many ASC leaders are having trouble accessing necessary supplies amid the pandemic. Here are three supply chain concerns for ASC leaders: -
How a Missouri ASC is solving supply chain challenges: Q&A with administrator Andrew Lovewell
Columbia, Mo.-based Surgical Center at Columbia Orthopaedic Group administrator Andrew Lovewell recently spoke to Becker's ASC Review about tackling supply chain challenges. -
Supply Chain Tip of the Week: Secure the right equipment for total joint surgeries
Skilled staff members are vital to implementing a total joint program, but ensuring you have the right equipment is also key. When it comes to analyzing resources, ASCs should look at their equipment and supplies to determine what they will need after shifting focus to total joint cases. -
US gives 100M+ shots; Moderna, Sanofi start new trials and more: 5 updates on the COVID-19 vaccine
Here are five updates on the COVID-19 vaccine over the past week: -
Drugmakers explore needleless administration; US to have doses for everyone in May and more: 5 updates on the COVID-19 vaccine
Here are five updates on the COVID-19 vaccine over the past week: -
Supply Chain Tip of the Week: Using a single source provider can bring greater efficiency to your facility
Ordering from one supplier means materials managers spend less time ordering and more time managing operations. -
J&J shot approved by FDA; 1 dose of Pfizer's shot may protect survivors and more: 5 COVID-19 vaccine updates
Here are five updates on the COVID-19 vaccine over the past week: -
3 Ways ASCs Can Incorporate 2021 CMS Updates
As the inpatient only (IPO) list is phased out over the next three years, Ambulatory Surgery Center (ASC) leaders face increasing pressure to adapt and make solid decisions that balance financial health, patient needs, and provider expectations. -
Short trials OK for shots against variants, Pfizer begins testing in pregnant women and more — 5 updates on the COVID-19 vaccine
Here are five updates on the COVID-19 vaccine over the past week: -
Orthopedic companies vie for ASC business: Stryker, Johnson & Johnson, Smith+Nephew & Zimmer Biomet's approach
Four large orthopedic device companies have launched ASC-specific services over the past year and continue to see outpatient surgery as important to their business strategy. -
Supply Chain Tip of the Week: Cut freight costs by tracking key benchmarks with a freight management program
Freight costs can be measured and managed with the data analytics tools of a freight management program. To monitor ongoing performance, track such key metrics as shipping rates, shipping modes and handling fees. -
US buys 200M more doses, Moderna can boost vial volume by 40% and more — 5 updates on the COVID-19 vaccine
Here are five updates on the COVID-19 vaccine over the past week: -
Amazon's healthcare moves: 7 notes for ASCs and physicians
Amazon is a big force in healthcare and has made significant changes in the past 12 months that could affect physician practices and ASCs. -
AstraZeneca's shot may reduce virus transmission; drugmakers partner to combat multiple variants and more — 5 updates on the COVID-19 vaccine
Here are five updates on the COVID-19 vaccine over the past week: -
Supply Chain Tip of the Week: Supply chain can impact staff satisfaction- make sure the impact is positive
In the current healthcare climate, it’s vital for ASCs to attract and retain top talent in order to remain competitive. -
113 drug shortages in the US
As of Feb. 4, the FDA lists 113 drugs as being in short supply. -
Kaiser would need 4+ years to vaccinate Californians; U.S. to send 1M doses to pharmacies next month & more — 7 updates on the COVID-19 vaccine
Here are seven updates about the COVID-19 vaccine over the past week: -
4 things ASCs need to know about outpatient cardiovascular procedures
Now that CMS has approved reimbursement for percutaneous coronary interventions (PCIs), among other cardiovascular procedures, in the ambulatory surgery center (ASC) setting, Medicare-accredited surgery centers around the country are deciding what part PCI should play in their organization.
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