4 minute read When I started my OR career, surgical preference cards were hoarded and treated as if they were gold or diamonds. Each nurse had to glean what each provider preferred in supplies and setup, and heaven forbid they share that knowledge with coworkers....
9 minute read Electronic health records (EHRs) are finally making themselves a must-have in the Ambulatory Surgery setting. However, convincing some physician owners of the value of this change is not always a walk in the park. We often encounter scenarios where...
4 minute read The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) unveiled the 2024 Final Payment Rule on November 2. The rule brings a mix of good, bad, and ugly news for ASCs nationwide. On a positive note, CMS has expanded the list of ASC-covered procedures....
4 minute read The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) plays a pivotal role in shaping the landscape of healthcare services across the United States. As part of its commitment to improving patient care and enhancing efficiency in healthcare facilities,...
4 minute read Maura Cash, RN, BSN, CASCSettings Thanksgiving and Christmas: The Healthy Holidays! The first Thanksgiving was celebrated in 1621 over a 3-day harvest festival, and of course, Christmas has been celebrated for centuries in many different ways across...
