March-April 2025 • Vol. 2025 No. 3
ASCs' cost crisis: How
'misaligned incentives' are
shaping the industry
Rising healthcare costs and restrictive
policies are creating significant challenges
for ASCs, potentially threatening their
ability to provide cost-effective, high-
quality care.
A look into Arizona's
'highly competitive' ASC
landscape
From rising operational costs to shifting
market dynamics, Arizona's ASCs are
facing a complex mix of challenges.
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The policy changes ASCA is
fighting for in 2025 — and
what's at stake
As federal policy updates come out of Washington at a rapid
pace under a new presidential administration, ASC leaders and
physicians remain watchful of policy shifts and legislation that
will directly impact their practices.
20+
STORIES INSIDE
Could consolidation help ASCs thrive? p. 6
22nd Annual
Spine, Orthopedic and
Pain Management-Driven ASC +
The Future of Spine Conference
June 18 - 21, 2025
Swissotel Chicago // Chicago, IL
SAVE THE DATE
IN THIS ISSUE:
Stark law
enforcement is
evolving: 10 notes
for 2025
p. 9
4 things to know
about the 2025 ASC
covered procedures
list
p. 6
ASCs in the wake of
natural disasters: 10
notes on response
efforts
p. 10
The qualities 1
orthopedic leader
looked for in an
MSO
p. 17
Gastroenterologists
vs. red tape
p. 23
10 trends
defining hospital
consolidation
p. 25
