ASC Podcast with John Goehle

Episode 260 - Special Episode - Live From the Washington Ambulatory Surgery Center Association Annual Education Conference in Tulalip WA - November 7, 2025

In this Special Episode of the ASC Podcast with John Goehle recorded live from the  Washington Ambulatory Surgery Center Association Annual Education Conference in Tulalip WA 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], Medserve [http://medserverx.com] and  Ambulatory Healthcare Strategies [http://www.ah-strategies.com].   Notes and Resources from this Episode: * Washington Ambulatory Surgery Center Association Website: * https://wasca.net/ [https://wasca.net/] * Membership Benefits: * 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! https://conferences.asc-central.com/ [https://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]

Episode 259 - Latest News, Information, Government Shutdown, AWS Impact and Focus on Cybersecurity with Paul Alcock - October 31, 2025

In this Episode of the ASC Podcast with John Goehle we discuss the latest news and information in the ASC Industry, discuss the effect of the Government Shutdown on CMS Surveys, review the recent Amazon Web Services issues and its impact on ASC Computer Systems and celebrate Cybersecurity Month with Paul Alcock from Surgical Information Systems.   This episode is sponsored by Surgical Information Systems [http://sisfirst.com],     Notes and Resources from this Episode: * Memo #QSO-26-01-ALL REVISED * REVISED: Contingency Plans – State Survey & Certification Activities in the Event of Federal Government Shutdown * https://www.cms.gov/medicare/health-safety-standards/quality-safety-oversight-general-information/policy-memos/policy-memos-states-regions/revised-contingency-plans-state-survey-certification-activities-event-federal-government-shutdown [https://www.cms.gov/medicare/health-safety-standards/quality-safety-oversight-general-information/policy-memos/policy-memos-states-regions/revised-contingency-plans-state-survey-certification-activities-event-federal-government-shutdown] * ASCA Survey on EMR Adoption in ASCs * https://www.ascfocus.org/ascfocus/content/articles-content/articles/2025/digital-debut/asca-survey-shows-continued-growth-of-ehr-usage-by-ascs?_gl=1*skvj45*_ga*Mjg5MjgyMjUzLjE3NDk1NTUzOTk.*_ga_5DE4L5HXFY*czE3NTYxNzM2ODckbzQwJGcwJHQxNzU2MTczNjg4JGo1OSRsMCRoMA [https://www.ascfocus.org/ascfocus/content/articles-content/articles/2025/digital-debut/asca-survey-shows-continued-growth-of-ehr-usage-by-ascs?_gl=1*skvj45*_ga*Mjg5MjgyMjUzLjE3NDk1NTUzOTk.*_ga_5DE4L5HXFY*czE3NTYxNzM2ODckbzQwJGcwJHQxNzU2MTczNjg4JGo1OSRsMCRoMA].. 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! https://conferences.asc-central.com/ [https://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]

Episode 258 - Live from the Oregon Ambulatory Surgery Center Association Annual Conference in Portland, Oregon - October 10, 2025

In this Special Episode of the ASC Podcast with John Goehle recorded live from the Oregon Ambulatory Surgery Center Association Annual Conference in Portland, Oregon 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], Medserve [http://medserverx.com] and  Ambulatory Healthcare Strategies [http://www.ah-strategies.com].   Notes and Resources from this Episode: * Membership Information for the Oregon Association: * https://ascoregon.org/ [https://ascoregon.org/] 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! https://conferences.asc-central.com/ [https://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]

Episode 257 - Special Episode - Live from the New York State Association of Ambulatory Surgery Centers 2025 Annual Conference - October 8, 2025

In this Special Episode of the ASC Podcast with John Goehle recorded live from the New York State Association of Ambulatory Surgery Centers 2025 Annual Conference in Albany, New York 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], Medserve [http://medserverx.com] and  Ambulatory Healthcare Strategies [http://www.ah-strategies.com].   Notes and Resources from this Episode: Link to the New York State Association Website: * https://www.nysaasc.org/ [https://www.nysaasc.org/] 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]

Episode 256 - Live from the Ohio Association of Ambulatory Surgery Centers Annual Conference in Columbus Ohio - September 25, 2025

In this Special Episode of the ASC Podcast with John Goehle recorded live from the Ohio Association of Ambulatory Surgery Centers Annual Conference in Columbus Ohio 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], Medserve [http://medserverx.com] and  Ambulatory Healthcare Strategies [http://www.ah-strategies.com].   Notes and Resources from this Episode: * Membership Information for the Ohio Association: * http://www.oaasc.net/aws/OAASC/pt/sp/join [http://www.oaasc.net/aws/OAASC/pt/sp/join] * ASCA Membership Information: * https://www.ascassociation.org/asca/membership/join-renew [https://www.ascassociation.org/asca/membership/join-renew] * Dinsmore * https://www.dinsmore.com/ [https://www.dinsmore.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! https://conferences.asc-central.com/ [https://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]