7 minute read Beginning with the CY 2022 Medicare Promoting Interoperability (PI) Program (finalized in the FY 2022 IPPS/LTCH PPS rulemaking), CMS added a SAFER Guides measure for eligible hospitals and critical access hospitals (CAHs) that is reported as a simple...
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....
4 minute read We are thrilled to announce that HST Pathways has been honored with the 2024 Best in KLAS Award in the Ambulatory Surgery Center Solutions Category, a significant achievement that underscores our commitment to the healthcare industry and our clients....
3 minute read Imagine you are the batter in a major league baseball game. The pitcher throws 100mph missiles, and you don’t want to get hit by the ball. As the pitcher prepares to hurl a fastball, your eyes zoom, and your focus intensifies. Right before the pitcher...
4 minute read ASCA’s Annual Conference, held from May 17th-20th in Louisville, KY, brought together experts, professionals, and vendors from the industry to explore the latest advancements and trends in the surgery center industry. With a diverse lineup of...
3 minute read Pain Injection Procedures for ASCs: Insights and Best Practices Pain injection procedures continue to be popular in Ambulatory Surgery Centers (ASCs). Implementing such procedures in an ASC requires proper planning, preparation, and attention to detail....
