ASC Podcast with John Goehle

In this episode of the ASC Podcast with John Goehle, we cover the latest updates from the ASC industry, review requirements for annual governing body meeting requirements and in our focus segment interview Jamie Miller, with SCA HEALTH about Cultivating a Safety-First Culture: Leadership’s Role in Patient Safety and Employee Retention.   This episode is sponsored by Surgical Information Systems [http://sisfirst.com], RFX Solutions [http://rfxsolutions.com],  triValence [https://landing.trivalence.com/discovery?utm_campaign=ASCA%202022%20Campaign&utm_medium=email&_hsmi=2&_hsenc=p2ANqtz-91M-1AE-PhYyvOnSD2PR---ij0sMVJna8vdF4FZAYW6un-Aej1Xy9LU1jlkNEMzZeq0iljwCKvtNvJV1P2rOQUVmUqOrqfafow9Qsp6HkqRlUyNhg&utm_content=2&utm_source=hs_email], Medserve [http://medserverx.com] and  Ambulatory Healthcare Strategies [http://www.ah-strategies.com].   Notes and Resources from this Episode: * Johns Hopkins Article about Glowing Gel * * https://engineering.jhu.edu/news/scientists-engineer-glowing-gel-to-improve-eye-surgery/ [https://engineering.jhu.edu/news/scientists-engineer-glowing-gel-to-improve-eye-surgery/] * OR Manager GLP 1 Guidance * * https://www.ormanager.com/briefs/new-guidance-preoperative-glp-1s-safe-for-surgical-patients/?oly_enc_id=3914G8504789C8H [https://www.ormanager.com/briefs/new-guidance-preoperative-glp-1s-safe-for-surgical-patients/?oly_enc_id=3914G8504789C8H] * Quality, Safety & Oversight Memo Ref: QSO-25-09-ALL  * * DATE: November 21, 2024 * SUBJECT: REVISED: Revisions to Appendix Q, Guidance on Immediate Jeopardy * LINK: https://www.cms.gov/files/document/qso-25-09-all.pdf [https://www.cms.gov/files/document/qso-25-09-all.pdf] * AEUs/IPCHs for the End of the Year * * If you need AEU or IPCH Credits for 2024 - make sure you visit: * http://conferences.asc-central.com [http://conferences.asc-central.com] INFORMATION ABOUT THE ASC PODCAST WITH JOHN GOEHLE ASC Central, a sister site to http://ascpodcast.com [http://ascpodcast.com] provides a link to all of our bootcamps, educational programs and membership programs! http://asc-central.com [http://asc-central.com] Join one of our Membership Programs! * * Our Patron Program: * Patron Members of the ASC Podcast with John Goehle have access to ASC Central - an exclusive membership website that provides a one-stop  ASC Regulatory and Accreditation Compliance, Operations and Financial Management resource for busy Administrators, nurse managers and business office managers.  * More information and Become Member [https://ascpodcast.com/membership-information/] * The ASC-Central Premium Access Program * * A Premium Resource for Ambulatory Surgery Centers including access to bootcamps, education programs and private sessions * More Information and Become a Premium Access Program Members Today! [https://asc-central.com/landing/plans/279136] Important Resources for ASCs: * Conditions for Coverage: * https://www.ecfr.gov/cgi-bin/text-idx?c=ecfr&rgn=div5&view=text&node=42:3.0.1.1.3&idno=42#se42.3.416_150 [https://www.ecfr.gov/cgi-bin/text-idx?c=ecfr&rgn=div5&view=text&node=42:3.0.1.1.3&idno=42#se42.3.416_150] * Infection Control Survey Tool (Used by Surveyors for Infection Control) * https://www.cms.gov/Regulations-and-Guidance/Guidance/Manuals/downloads/som107_exhibit_351.pdf [https://www.cms.gov/Regulations-and-Guidance/Guidance/Manuals/downloads/som107_exhibit_351.pdf] * Updated Guidance for Ambulatory Surgical Centers - Appendix L of the State Operations Manual (SOM) * https://www.cms.gov/Regulations-and-Guidance/Guidance/Manuals/downloads/som107ap_l_ambulatory.pdf [https://www.cms.gov/Regulations-and-Guidance/Guidance/Manuals/downloads/som107ap_l_ambulatory.pdf] * https://www.cms.gov/medicareprovider-enrollment-and-certificationsurveycertificationgeninfopolicy-and-memos-states-and/updated-guidance-ambulatory-surgical-centers-appendix-l-state-operations-manual-som [https://www.cms.gov/medicareprovider-enrollment-and-certificationsurveycertificationgeninfopolicy-and-memos-states-and/updated-guidance-ambulatory-surgical-centers-appendix-l-state-operations-manual-som] * Policy & Memos to States and Regions * CMS Quality Safety & Oversight memoranda, guidance, clarifications and instructions to State Survey Agencies and CMS Regional Offices. * https://www.cms.gov/Medicare/Provider-Enrollment-and-Certification/SurveyCertificationGenInfo/Policy-and-Memos-to-States-and-Regions [https://www.cms.gov/Medicare/Provider-Enrollment-and-Certification/SurveyCertificationGenInfo/Policy-and-Memos-to-States-and-Regions] Other Resources from the ASC Podcast with John Goehle: Visit the ASC Podcast with John Goehle Website [http://www.ascpodcast.com] Books by John Goehle * Get a copy of John’s most popular book - The Survey Guide - A Guide to the CMS Conditions for Coverage & Interpretive Guidelines for Ambulatory Surgery Centers  [http://www.lulu.com/shop/john-goehle/the-survey-guide-for-ascs-a-guide-to-the-cms-conditions-for-coverage-interpretive-guidelines-for-ambulatory-surgery-centers-2020-edition/paperback/product-24442275.html]

In this episode of the ASC Podcast with John Goehle, we cover the latest updates from the ASC industry, discuss out-sourced Sterilization, explore recent changes in the accreditation industry, and examine the top CMS citation areas. For our focus segment, we feature an exclusive interview with Bill Prentice at the 2024 Washington State Association Meeting, discussing the implications of the 2024 election results, the 2025 Final HOPD/ASC Payment Rule, and updates to Medicare Quality Reporting requirements.   This episode is sponsored by Surgical Information Systems [http://sisfirst.com], RFX Solutions [http://rfxsolutions.com],  triValence [https://landing.trivalence.com/discovery?utm_campaign=ASCA%202022%20Campaign&utm_medium=email&_hsmi=2&_hsenc=p2ANqtz-91M-1AE-PhYyvOnSD2PR---ij0sMVJna8vdF4FZAYW6un-Aej1Xy9LU1jlkNEMzZeq0iljwCKvtNvJV1P2rOQUVmUqOrqfafow9Qsp6HkqRlUyNhg&utm_content=2&utm_source=hs_email], Medserve [http://medserverx.com] and  Ambulatory Healthcare Strategies [http://www.ah-strategies.com].   Notes and Resources from this Episode: * Report by Mercer presented in MedCity: * https://medcitynews.com/2024/09/nursing-healthcare-workforce/ [https://medcitynews.com/2024/09/nursing-healthcare-workforce/] * AXIOS Article Nov 13th * https://www.axios.com/2024/11/13/nasal-swab-test-covid-severity [https://www.axios.com/2024/11/13/nasal-swab-test-covid-severity] * Offsite Sterilization Article in AORN from 2022: * https://www.aorn.org/outpatient-surgery/article/2022-April-care-offsite [https://www.aorn.org/outpatient-surgery/article/2022-April-care-offsite] INFORMATION ABOUT THE ASC PODCAST WITH JOHN GOEHLE ASC Central, a sister site to http://ascpodcast.com [http://ascpodcast.com] provides a link to all of our bootcamps, educational programs and membership programs! http://asc-central.com [http://asc-central.com] Join one of our Membership Programs! * * Our Patron Program: * Patron Members of the ASC Podcast with John Goehle have access to ASC Central - an exclusive membership website that provides a one-stop  ASC Regulatory and Accreditation Compliance, Operations and Financial Management resource for busy Administrators, nurse managers and business office managers.  * More information and Become Member [https://ascpodcast.com/membership-information/] * The ASC-Central Premium Access Program * * A Premium Resource for Ambulatory Surgery Centers including access to bootcamps, education programs and private sessions * More Information and Become a Premium Access Program Members Today! [https://asc-central.com/landing/plans/279136] Important Resources for ASCs: * Conditions for Coverage: * https://www.ecfr.gov/cgi-bin/text-idx?c=ecfr&rgn=div5&view=text&node=42:3.0.1.1.3&idno=42#se42.3.416_150 [https://www.ecfr.gov/cgi-bin/text-idx?c=ecfr&rgn=div5&view=text&node=42:3.0.1.1.3&idno=42#se42.3.416_150] * Infection Control Survey Tool (Used by Surveyors for Infection Control) * https://www.cms.gov/Regulations-and-Guidance/Guidance/Manuals/downloads/som107_exhibit_351.pdf [https://www.cms.gov/Regulations-and-Guidance/Guidance/Manuals/downloads/som107_exhibit_351.pdf] * Updated Guidance for Ambulatory Surgical Centers - Appendix L of the State Operations Manual (SOM) * https://www.cms.gov/Regulations-and-Guidance/Guidance/Manuals/downloads/som107ap_l_ambulatory.pdf [https://www.cms.gov/Regulations-and-Guidance/Guidance/Manuals/downloads/som107ap_l_ambulatory.pdf] * https://www.cms.gov/medicareprovider-enrollment-and-certificationsurveycertificationgeninfopolicy-and-memos-states-and/updated-guidance-ambulatory-surgical-centers-appendix-l-state-operations-manual-som [https://www.cms.gov/medicareprovider-enrollment-and-certificationsurveycertificationgeninfopolicy-and-memos-states-and/updated-guidance-ambulatory-surgical-centers-appendix-l-state-operations-manual-som] * Policy & Memos to States and Regions * CMS Quality Safety & Oversight memoranda, guidance, clarifications and instructions to State Survey Agencies and CMS Regional Offices. * https://www.cms.gov/Medicare/Provider-Enrollment-and-Certification/SurveyCertificationGenInfo/Policy-and-Memos-to-States-and-Regions [https://www.cms.gov/Medicare/Provider-Enrollment-and-Certification/SurveyCertificationGenInfo/Policy-and-Memos-to-States-and-Regions] Other Resources from the ASC Podcast with John Goehle: Visit the ASC Podcast with John Goehle Website [http://www.ascpodcast.com] Books by John Goehle * Get a copy of John’s most popular book - The Survey Guide - A Guide to the CMS Conditions for Coverage & Interpretive Guidelines for Ambulatory Surgery Centers  [http://www.lulu.com/shop/john-goehle/the-survey-guide-for-ascs-a-guide-to-the-cms-conditions-for-coverage-interpretive-guidelines-for-ambulatory-surgery-centers-2020-edition/paperback/product-24442275.html]

In this Special Episode of the ASC Podcast with John Goehle recorded live Live from the Washington Ambulatory Surgery Center Association 2024 Annual Education Conference & Trade Show we interview some of the speakers and discuss recent activities for the association and the benefits of membership in the Association.   This episode is sponsored by Surgical Information Systems [http://sisfirst.com], RFX Solutions [http://rfxsolutions.com],  triValence [https://landing.trivalence.com/discovery?utm_campaign=ASCA%202022%20Campaign&utm_medium=email&_hsmi=2&_hsenc=p2ANqtz-91M-1AE-PhYyvOnSD2PR---ij0sMVJna8vdF4FZAYW6un-Aej1Xy9LU1jlkNEMzZeq0iljwCKvtNvJV1P2rOQUVmUqOrqfafow9Qsp6HkqRlUyNhg&utm_content=2&utm_source=hs_email], Medserve [http://medserverx.com] and  Ambulatory Healthcare Strategies [http://www.ah-strategies.com].   Notes and Resources from this Episode: * Main Website for WASCA: * https://wasca.net/ [https://wasca.net/] * Become a member of the WASCA: * https://wasca.net/join/benefits-of-membership/ [https://wasca.net/join/benefits-of-membership/] INFORMATION ABOUT THE ASC PODCAST WITH JOHN GOEHLE ASC Central, a sister site to http://ascpodcast.com [http://ascpodcast.com] provides a link to all of our bootcamps, educational programs and membership programs! http://conferences.asc-central.com [http://conferences.asc-central.com] Join one of our Membership Programs! * * Our Patron Program: * Patron Members of the ASC Podcast with John Goehle have access to ASC Central - an exclusive membership website that provides a one-stop  ASC Regulatory and Accreditation Compliance, Operations and Financial Management resource for busy Administrators, nurse managers and business office managers.  * More information and Become Member [https://ascpodcast.com/membership-information/] * The ASC-Central Premium Access Program * * A Premium Resource for Ambulatory Surgery Centers including access to bootcamps, education programs and private sessions * More Information and Become a Premium Access Program Members Today! [https://asc-central.com/landing/plans/279136] Important Resources for ASCs: * Conditions for Coverage: * https://www.ecfr.gov/cgi-bin/text-idx?c=ecfr&rgn=div5&view=text&node=42:3.0.1.1.3&idno=42#se42.3.416_150 [https://www.ecfr.gov/cgi-bin/text-idx?c=ecfr&rgn=div5&view=text&node=42:3.0.1.1.3&idno=42#se42.3.416_150] * Infection Control Survey Tool (Used by Surveyors for Infection Control) * https://www.cms.gov/Regulations-and-Guidance/Guidance/Manuals/downloads/som107_exhibit_351.pdf [https://www.cms.gov/Regulations-and-Guidance/Guidance/Manuals/downloads/som107_exhibit_351.pdf] * Updated Guidance for Ambulatory Surgical Centers - Appendix L of the State Operations Manual (SOM) * https://www.cms.gov/Regulations-and-Guidance/Guidance/Manuals/downloads/som107ap_l_ambulatory.pdf [https://www.cms.gov/Regulations-and-Guidance/Guidance/Manuals/downloads/som107ap_l_ambulatory.pdf] * https://www.cms.gov/medicareprovider-enrollment-and-certificationsurveycertificationgeninfopolicy-and-memos-states-and/updated-guidance-ambulatory-surgical-centers-appendix-l-state-operations-manual-som [https://www.cms.gov/medicareprovider-enrollment-and-certificationsurveycertificationgeninfopolicy-and-memos-states-and/updated-guidance-ambulatory-surgical-centers-appendix-l-state-operations-manual-som] * Policy & Memos to States and Regions * CMS Quality Safety & Oversight memoranda, guidance, clarifications and instructions to State Survey Agencies and CMS Regional Offices. * https://www.cms.gov/Medicare/Provider-Enrollment-and-Certification/SurveyCertificationGenInfo/Policy-and-Memos-to-States-and-Regions [https://www.cms.gov/Medicare/Provider-Enrollment-and-Certification/SurveyCertificationGenInfo/Policy-and-Memos-to-States-and-Regions] Other Resources from the ASC Podcast with John Goehle: Visit the ASC Podcast with John Goehle Website [http://www.ascpodcast.com] Books by John Goehle * Get a copy of John’s most popular book - The Survey Guide - A Guide to the CMS Conditions for Coverage & Interpretive Guidelines for Ambulatory Surgery Centers  [http://www.lulu.com/shop/john-goehle/the-survey-guide-for-ascs-a-guide-to-the-cms-conditions-for-coverage-interpretive-guidelines-for-ambulatory-surgery-centers-2020-edition/paperback/product-24442275.html]

On this Episode of the ASC Podcast with John Goehle we discuss the latest news in the ASC Industry, review the final 2025 ASC/HOPD Payment Rule and Update to the ASC Quality Reporting Measures, provide an update on developments in the IV Fluid Shortage and in our focus segment speak with Mary Ryan about developing the next generation of ASC Leaders.   This episode is sponsored by Surgical Information Systems [http://sisfirst.com], RFX Solutions [http://rfxsolutions.com],  triValence [https://landing.trivalence.com/discovery?utm_campaign=ASCA%202022%20Campaign&utm_medium=email&_hsmi=2&_hsenc=p2ANqtz-91M-1AE-PhYyvOnSD2PR---ij0sMVJna8vdF4FZAYW6un-Aej1Xy9LU1jlkNEMzZeq0iljwCKvtNvJV1P2rOQUVmUqOrqfafow9Qsp6HkqRlUyNhg&utm_content=2&utm_source=hs_email], Medserve [http://medserverx.com] and  Ambulatory Healthcare Strategies [http://www.ah-strategies.com].   Notes and Resources from this Episode: * Baxter IV Fluid Updates * https://meded.baxter.com/sites/g/files/ebysai4096/files/2024-10/ExtendedExpDatesIVSolutions%20v2.pdf?mkt_tok=NzEwLVpMTC02NTEAAAGWc_r9SzfYVWxtY036SKWAXOOizycFbDsQMgvHx8DbkmC7Ibef7ZiAchJT7IANNeOx6_tKoyg13ZIRHShmdrJTpRvvBdQ2Vlm3zHWq5HN394FmpUQ [https://meded.baxter.com/sites/g/files/ebysai4096/files/2024-10/ExtendedExpDatesIVSolutions%20v2.pdf?mkt_tok=NzEwLVpMTC02NTEAAAGWc_r9SzfYVWxtY036SKWAXOOizycFbDsQMgvHx8DbkmC7Ibef7ZiAchJT7IANNeOx6_tKoyg13ZIRHShmdrJTpRvvBdQ2Vlm3zHWq5HN394FmpUQ] * https://www.baxter.com/baxter-newsroom/hurricane-helene-updates [https://www.baxter.com/baxter-newsroom/hurricane-helene-updates] * https://meded.baxter.com/hurricane-helene-clinical-resources [https://meded.baxter.com/hurricane-helene-clinical-resources] * Outpatient Surgery Magazine article about Colored Additives in Wipes * https://digital.outpatientsurgery.net/view/493385375/10/ [https://digital.outpatientsurgery.net/view/493385375/10/] * Becker’s Spine Review - ASC Suing Architects * https://www.beckersspine.com/orthopedic-spine-practices-improving-profits/60890-orthopedic-practice-suing-over-opening-delays.html?origin=ASCE&utm_source=ASCE&utm_medium=email&utm_content=newsletter&oly_enc_id=0573H1191845C8E [https://www.beckersspine.com/orthopedic-spine-practices-improving-profits/60890-orthopedic-practice-suing-over-opening-delays.html?origin=ASCE&utm_source=ASCE&utm_medium=email&utm_content=newsletter&oly_enc_id=0573H1191845C8E] * 2025 Final HOPD/ASC Payment Rule * https://public-inspection.federalregister.gov/2024-25521.pdf [https://public-inspection.federalregister.gov/2024-25521.pdf] * https://www.cms.gov/newsroom/fact-sheets/cy-2025-medicare-hospital-outpatient-prospective-payment-system-and-ambulatory-surgical-center-0 [https://www.cms.gov/newsroom/fact-sheets/cy-2025-medicare-hospital-outpatient-prospective-payment-system-and-ambulatory-surgical-center-0] * ASCA Focus Article: * https://www.ascfocus.org/ascfocus/content/articles-content/articles/2024/digital-debut/asca-survey-provides-insight-into-reporting-ascqr-measures?_gl=1*s08qa6*_ga*NDY3NTAxNzk1LjE3MTE2NzQzODE.*_ga_5DE4L5HXFY*MTcyNTM3Njk1MS41Mi4wLjE3MjUzNzY5NTIuNTkuMC4w [https://www.ascfocus.org/ascfocus/content/articles-content/articles/2024/digital-debut/asca-survey-provides-insight-into-reporting-ascqr-measures?_gl=1*s08qa6*_ga*NDY3NTAxNzk1LjE3MTE2NzQzODE.*_ga_5DE4L5HXFY*MTcyNTM3Njk1MS41Mi4wLjE3MjUzNzY5NTIuNTkuMC4w] INFORMATION ABOUT THE ASC PODCAST WITH JOHN GOEHLE ASC Central, a sister site to http://ascpodcast.com [http://ascpodcast.com] provides a link to all of our bootcamps, educational programs and membership programs! http://asc-central.com [http://asc-central.com] Join one of our Membership Programs! * * Our Patron Program: * Patron Members of the ASC Podcast with John Goehle have access to ASC Central - an exclusive membership website that provides a one-stop  ASC Regulatory and Accreditation Compliance, Operations and Financial Management resource for busy Administrators, nurse managers and business office managers.  * More information and Become Member [https://ascpodcast.com/membership-information/] * The ASC-Central Premium Access Program * * A Premium Resource for Ambulatory Surgery Centers including access to bootcamps, education programs and private sessions * More Information and Become a Premium Access Program Members Today! [https://asc-central.com/landing/plans/279136] Important Resources for ASCs: * Conditions for Coverage: * https://www.ecfr.gov/cgi-bin/text-idx?c=ecfr&rgn=div5&view=text&node=42:3.0.1.1.3&idno=42#se42.3.416_150 [https://www.ecfr.gov/cgi-bin/text-idx?c=ecfr&rgn=div5&view=text&node=42:3.0.1.1.3&idno=42#se42.3.416_150] * Infection Control Survey Tool (Used by Surveyors for Infection Control) * https://www.cms.gov/Regulations-and-Guidance/Guidance/Manuals/downloads/som107_exhibit_351.pdf [https://www.cms.gov/Regulations-and-Guidance/Guidance/Manuals/downloads/som107_exhibit_351.pdf] * Updated Guidance for Ambulatory Surgical Centers - Appendix L of the State Operations Manual (SOM) * https://www.cms.gov/Regulations-and-Guidance/Guidance/Manuals/downloads/som107ap_l_ambulatory.pdf [https://www.cms.gov/Regulations-and-Guidance/Guidance/Manuals/downloads/som107ap_l_ambulatory.pdf] * https://www.cms.gov/medicareprovider-enrollment-and-certificationsurveycertificationgeninfopolicy-and-memos-states-and/updated-guidance-ambulatory-surgical-centers-appendix-l-state-operations-manual-som [https://www.cms.gov/medicareprovider-enrollment-and-certificationsurveycertificationgeninfopolicy-and-memos-states-and/updated-guidance-ambulatory-surgical-centers-appendix-l-state-operations-manual-som] * Policy & Memos to States and Regions * CMS Quality Safety & Oversight memoranda, guidance, clarifications and instructions to State Survey Agencies and CMS Regional Offices. * https://www.cms.gov/Medicare/Provider-Enrollment-and-Certification/SurveyCertificationGenInfo/Policy-and-Memos-to-States-and-Regions [https://www.cms.gov/Medicare/Provider-Enrollment-and-Certification/SurveyCertificationGenInfo/Policy-and-Memos-to-States-and-Regions] Other Resources from the ASC Podcast with John Goehle: Visit the ASC Podcast with John Goehle Website [http://www.ascpodcast.com] Books by John Goehle * Get a copy of John’s most popular book - The Survey Guide - A Guide to the CMS Conditions for Coverage & Interpretive Guidelines for Ambulatory Surgery Centers [http://www.lulu.com/shop/john-goehle/the-survey-guide-for-ascs-a-guide-to-the-cms-conditions-for-coverage-interpretive-guidelines-for-ambulatory-surgery-centers-2020-edition/paperback/product-24442275.html]

On this Episode of the ASC Podcast with John Goehle we discuss the latest news in the ASC Industry including updates on Supply Chain Disruptions, a discussion of how employees can ease the transition from the Hospital to the ASC Setting and in our focus segment, do a deep dive into OAS-CAHPS and the pending implementation in January 2025.     This episode is sponsored by Surgical Information Systems [http://sisfirst.com]   Notes and Resources from this Episode: * HIDA Clips - Tentative Strike Agreement  * https://thehill.com/business/4915046-port-strike-deal-reached/?email=b3427831f1ca31e5cc12adbeaf25599c6d57e870&emaila=a00ba7927366ae9a1c9cb105a5fbfb6f&emailb=ddfdf9519da78d05b0a4dc5f8e76691a1849dbbec74f804949979add0b419019&utm_source=Sailthru&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=10.03.24-Breaking%20News-Strike%20deal [https://thehill.com/business/4915046-port-strike-deal-reached/?email=b3427831f1ca31e5cc12adbeaf25599c6d57e870&emaila=a00ba7927366ae9a1c9cb105a5fbfb6f&emailb=ddfdf9519da78d05b0a4dc5f8e76691a1849dbbec74f804949979add0b419019&utm_source=Sailthru&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=10.03.24-Breaking%20News-Strike%20deal] * AHVAP supply chain disruption resource center * https://www.ahvap.org/ahvap-aorn-resource-center?mkt_tok=NTQ1LUtDUC0xNjMAAAGV6MH8jpU8dqpPZ0mH7Jh01Q5YFOaNTMmYuKo2ahIEYmiOn_nGAHp_hF3SFAS3Cnd2Rmc9CMfjadnUgJ87Glxux9oZAYuj63ASlm00t3cYPgsF [https://www.ahvap.org/ahvap-aorn-resource-center?mkt_tok=NTQ1LUtDUC0xNjMAAAGV6MH8jpU8dqpPZ0mH7Jh01Q5YFOaNTMmYuKo2ahIEYmiOn_nGAHp_hF3SFAS3Cnd2Rmc9CMfjadnUgJ87Glxux9oZAYuj63ASlm00t3cYPgsF] * AORN - Periop Today- 8/26/24 - Hospital to ASC: How to Make the Move  * https://www.aorn.org/about-aorn/aorn-newsroom/periop-today-newsletter/periop-today-newsletter/hospital-to-asc--how-to-make-the-move?utm_campaign=periop_today&utm_medium=promotional&utm_source=email&utm_content=ambulatory_mpl_240828&mkt_tok=NTQ1LUtDUC0xNjMAAAGVOfoVhES1yIvN5z7jzxOJdon4xPRpE-5bZJcNs693Dc-Sl59A3sB3Ry-zRC3WnfZzd59liOfYmj5mCXR5HhZZPQ_HI9FHXVlm2ZmbcGE2hluq [https://www.aorn.org/about-aorn/aorn-newsroom/periop-today-newsletter/periop-today-newsletter/hospital-to-asc--how-to-make-the-move?utm_campaign=periop_today&utm_medium=promotional&utm_source=email&utm_content=ambulatory_mpl_240828&mkt_tok=NTQ1LUtDUC0xNjMAAAGVOfoVhES1yIvN5z7jzxOJdon4xPRpE-5bZJcNs693Dc-Sl59A3sB3Ry-zRC3WnfZzd59liOfYmj5mCXR5HhZZPQ_HI9FHXVlm2ZmbcGE2hluq] * Surgical Information Systems - This week’s sponsor! * Surgical Information Systems [http://sisfirst.com] INFORMATION ABOUT THE ASC PODCAST WITH JOHN GOEHLE ASC Central, a sister site to http://ascpodcast.com [http://ascpodcast.com] provides a link to all of our bootcamps, educational programs and membership programs! http://asc-central.com [http://asc-central.com] Join one of our Membership Programs! * * Our Patron Program: * Patron Members of the ASC Podcast with John Goehle have access to ASC Central - an exclusive membership website that provides a one-stop  ASC Regulatory and Accreditation Compliance, Operations and Financial Management resource for busy Administrators, nurse managers and business office managers.  * More information and Become Member [https://ascpodcast.com/membership-information/] * The ASC-Central Premium Access Program * * A Premium Resource for Ambulatory Surgery Centers including access to bootcamps, education programs and private sessions * More Information and Become a Premium Access Program Members Today! [https://asc-central.com/landing/plans/279136] Important Resources for ASCs: * Conditions for Coverage: * https://www.ecfr.gov/cgi-bin/text-idx?c=ecfr&rgn=div5&view=text&node=42:3.0.1.1.3&idno=42#se42.3.416_150 [https://www.ecfr.gov/cgi-bin/text-idx?c=ecfr&rgn=div5&view=text&node=42:3.0.1.1.3&idno=42#se42.3.416_150] * Infection Control Survey Tool (Used by Surveyors for Infection Control) * https://www.cms.gov/Regulations-and-Guidance/Guidance/Manuals/downloads/som107_exhibit_351.pdf [https://www.cms.gov/Regulations-and-Guidance/Guidance/Manuals/downloads/som107_exhibit_351.pdf] * Updated Guidance for Ambulatory Surgical Centers - Appendix L of the State Operations Manual (SOM) * https://www.cms.gov/Regulations-and-Guidance/Guidance/Manuals/downloads/som107ap_l_ambulatory.pdf [https://www.cms.gov/Regulations-and-Guidance/Guidance/Manuals/downloads/som107ap_l_ambulatory.pdf] * https://www.cms.gov/medicareprovider-enrollment-and-certificationsurveycertificationgeninfopolicy-and-memos-states-and/updated-guidance-ambulatory-surgical-centers-appendix-l-state-operations-manual-som [https://www.cms.gov/medicareprovider-enrollment-and-certificationsurveycertificationgeninfopolicy-and-memos-states-and/updated-guidance-ambulatory-surgical-centers-appendix-l-state-operations-manual-som] * Policy & Memos to States and Regions * CMS Quality Safety & Oversight memoranda, guidance, clarifications and instructions to State Survey Agencies and CMS Regional Offices. * https://www.cms.gov/Medicare/Provider-Enrollment-and-Certification/SurveyCertificationGenInfo/Policy-and-Memos-to-States-and-Regions [https://www.cms.gov/Medicare/Provider-Enrollment-and-Certification/SurveyCertificationGenInfo/Policy-and-Memos-to-States-and-Regions] Other Resources from the ASC Podcast with John Goehle: Visit the ASC Podcast with John Goehle Website [http://www.ascpodcast.com] Books by John Goehle * Get a copy of John’s most popular book - The Survey Guide - A Guide to the CMS Conditions for Coverage & Interpretive Guidelines for Ambulatory Surgery Centers  [http://www.lulu.com/shop/john-goehle/the-survey-guide-for-ascs-a-guide-to-the-cms-conditions-for-coverage-interpretive-guidelines-for-ambulatory-surgery-centers-2020-edition/paperback/product-24442275.html] Linked In Post: On this Episode of the ASC Podcast with John Goehle we discuss the latest news in the ASC Industry including updates on Supply Chain Disruptions, a discussion of how employees can ease the transition from the Hospital to the ASC Setting and in our focus segment, do a deep dive into OAS-CAHPS and the pending implementation in January 2025.       This episode is sponsored by Surgical Information Systems [http://sisfirst.com]   Become a Patron Member of the Podcast! 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