by HST Editorial | Mar 10, 2026 | ASC Operations, Compliance
8 minute read Regulatory oversight in Ambulatory Surgery Centers is detailed and fast-paced. Leaders, managers, and staff must stay aligned with requirements that protect patients, support quality care, and keep the center positioned for accreditation and...
by HST Editorial | Mar 10, 2026 | ASC Operations, Patient Payments, Profitability
5 minute read Ambulatory services in medical billing are defined by rigorous mandates from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, state regulators, and commercial payers. For an Ambulatory Surgery Center, the operational goal is maintaining a defensible...
by HST Editorial | Mar 10, 2026 | ASC Operations, HST Data Services, Profitability
5 minute read In an era where healthcare data volume is projected to grow at about a 36% compound annual growth rate by 2025, the definition of success in a surgical center has shifted. It is no longer enough to digitize records or remain HIPAA-compliant. Today, data...
by HST Editorial | Mar 10, 2026 | ASC Operations, HST Data Services
5 minute read Patient engagement has become one of the most important indicators of quality in outpatient surgery. When patients understand their care, communicate confidently with their care team, and feel supported throughout the surgical journey, they are more...
by HST Editorial | Mar 10, 2026 | Data & Analytics, Electronic Charting, HST Data Services
6 minute read Patient tracking boards provide surgical teams with a clear, real-time view of each patient’s location and status throughout the perioperative process. Centers use them to coordinate staff, reduce delays, and support families waiting for updates. These...