2024 Annual Report Projects High Growth in ASC Volume
Jul 22, 2024
ASC volume will go up 21% to 44 million, according to Sg2's 2024 Impact of Change report. "The aging population, epidemiological drivers and improved diagnostic capabilities will drive increased demand for surgical services over the coming decade," says Tori Richie, senior consulting director of intelligence at...
EMR systems and patient flow: a comprehensive guide
May 16, 2024
Electronic Medical Records (EMRs) are nothing new; in fact, the concept dates back to the 1960s and some of the very first computers. But as the technology has evolved, the features and benefits have become more advanced and extensive. When implemented correctly, EMRs can contribute to better operational efficiency...
Patient appointment system vs. patient flow system - which do you need?
Mar 29, 2024
In today's complex healthcare environments, efficiency and patient satisfaction are more important than ever before. From the moment a patient walks through the door to the time they leave, their experience can significantly impact their overall health outcomes—and the success of your healthcare...
Lean Healthcare—The Push & Pull Concept
Mar 01, 2024
If you've heard it once, you've heard it a million times; patients don't like to wait. This isn't exactly new information, but the question remains: How can you improve wait times? Simply changing the name from "The Waiting Room" to "The Reception Area" is not going to...
Creating a Better Nurse Call System
Mar 01, 2024
Nurse call systems are a requirement for many different types of medical facilities. In most states, the Authority Having Jurisdiction (AHJ) makes this determination. They often will require a nurse call system in environments in which the absence of a nurse call...
Outpatient Clinic Sales See Surge in Specialized Services and Multidisciplinary Centers
Dec 04, 2023
The outpatient clinics market is predicted to develop at a CAGR of 4.2% attaining a value of US$ 40,761.7 million by the end of 2023. The outpatient clinics market size is projected to be valued at US$ 61,372.4 million by 2033. The demand for convenient and affordable healthcare services is propelling the global...
More than 7 in 10 Health Systems Intend to Invest In/Affiliate with ASCs
Nov 16, 2023
The majority of hospitals and health systems are accelerating their ASC investment strategies, with more than 7 out of 10 systems intending to continue investing in and affiliating with ASCs moving forward, according to the annual "Hospital Leadership ASC Survey," conducted by ASC expert group Avanza...
What's driving PE investment in ASCs
Nov 01, 2023
ASC is attracting private equity investment across the country. Private equity interest in the ASC space has increased in the last few years. Two of the largest ASC chains — Surgery Partners and AmSurg — have private equity ownership, and other smaller groups are PE-backed as well. VMG Health laid...
Private equity targets Orthopedic ASCs
Aug 23, 2023
Orthopedics-focused ambulatory surgery centers (ASCs) are one of the fastest-growing segments of ASCs. Orthopedics simplistically is the diagnosis, treatment, prevention, and rehabilitation of musculoskeletal system injuries and diseases. This specialty is evolving quickly to leverage demographic, payor, and...
