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...
by HST Editorial | Mar 10, 2026 | Featured, Price Transparency
7 minute read The 6 quality measures for MIPS typically form the core of a clinician’s Quality category score in the Medicare Quality Payment Program. These measures give the government a clear picture of how effectively clinicians deliver safe, effective,...
by HST Editorial | Dec 2, 2025 | De Novos, New Surgery Centers
6 minute read In modern health care, anesthesia quality metrics and KPIs are essential for ensuring safe, efficient, and patient-centered perioperative care. As surgical volumes rise and value-based reimbursement models expand, anesthesia teams must continuously...
