Episode Details

In this episode of the ASC Podcast with John Goehle we discuss the latest news in the industry, including the nurses strike in New York City, look back on major ASC events in 2025 and in our focus segment, discuss the activities that need to be done as you begin the year, especially focusing on governing body activities.

This episode is sponsored by Surgical Information Systems, RFX Solutions, Medserve and  Ambulatory Healthcare Strategies.

Notes and Resources from this Episode:

• Prepare for the CAIP Exam with our 2 day On-Demand Virtual Conference:

• • Infection Control 101 – Training for Infection Control Coordinators in ASCs (September 2024 Recording)
  • Infection Control 201 – Advanced Training for Infection Control Coordinators (September 2024 Recording)

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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)
  • https://www.cms.gov/Regulations-and-Guidance/Guidance/Manuals/downloads/som107_exhibit_351.pdf
• 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/med