by HST Editorial | Aug 10, 2026 | EMR Success for ASCs, EMR/EHR
8 minute read Congratulations! You have decided to switch to a paperless surgery center or upgrade your existing EHR. That is a big decision and one you won’t regret, provided you have done the upfront research to choose the right partner for your ASC. But are you...
by HST Editorial | May 5, 2026 | ASC Operations, Cybersecurity
6 minute read Ambulatory Surgery Centers rely on interconnected clinical, scheduling, billing, and patient communication systems that handle electronic protected health information (ePHI). The HIPAA Security Rule requires covered entities (and business associates) to...
by HST Editorial | May 5, 2026 | ASC Operations, Case Cost Forecasting
5 minute read ASC case volume, payer mix, implant utilization, staffing coverage, and Medicare rate updates change fast enough that ASC financial forecasting works best as a repeatable operating process, not an annual spreadsheet exercise. Calendar Year 2026 Medicare...
by HST Editorial | May 4, 2026 | Profitability
5 minute read For ASC leaders, profitability is no longer just about increasing case volume. Success now requires a forensic understanding of which cases, payers, and clinical workflows drive actual margin while maintaining safety and compliance. In an era of...
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...
