ASC Podcast with John Goehle

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]

In this episode of the ASC Podcast with John Goehle, we discuss the latest news and trends in the ASC industry, discuss the Annual Report to Congress by CMS on the Program Oversight of Accrediting Organizations and in our focus segment, we interview Kara Newbury from ASCA about the 2026 Proposed CMS ASC Payment Rule.    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: * Anesthesia Time Limit Laws (From Beckers): * * https://www.beckersasc.com/anesthesia/anesthesia-time-limit-laws-where-3-bills-stand/?origin=ASCE&utm_source=ASCE&utm_medium=email&utm_content=newsletter&oly_enc_id=0573H1191845C8E [https://www.beckersasc.com/anesthesia/anesthesia-time-limit-laws-where-3-bills-stand/?origin=ASCE&utm_source=ASCE&utm_medium=email&utm_content=newsletter&oly_enc_id=0573H1191845C8E] * CMS Prior Authorization: * https://ascnews.com/2025/09/ascs-still-struggling-with-prior-authorization-despite-payer-pledges/ [https://ascnews.com/2025/09/ascs-still-struggling-with-prior-authorization-despite-payer-pledges/] * QSO-25-25-AO/CLIA - FY 2022 Report to Congress (RTC): Review of Medicare’s Program Oversight of Accrediting Organizations (AOs) and the Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments of 1988 (CLIA) Validation Program:  * * https://www.cms.gov/files/document/qso-25-25-ao/clia.pdf [https://www.cms.gov/files/document/qso-25-25-ao/clia.pdf] 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]

In this Special Episode of the ASC Podcast with John Goehle recorded live from the California Ambulatory Surgery Center Association 2025 Conference in San Diego, California 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 California Association Website: * https://casurgery.org/aws/CASA/pt/sp/home_page [https://casurgery.org/aws/CASA/pt/sp/home_page] Link to Join CASA: * https://casurgery.org/aws/CASA/pt/sp/membership [https://casurgery.org/aws/CASA/pt/sp/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]

In this episode of the ASC Podcast with John Goehle, we discuss the latest news and trends in the ASC industry and in our focus segment, we interview Laurie Roderiques, Director of Clinical Services for Ambulatory Healthcare Strategies during the Illinois State Association Meeting and discuss the Infection Control Risk Assessment and the CMS Surveyor Infection Control Worksheet.    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: * ASC News- Management should be engaged with staff to avoid potential risks: * https://ascnews.com/2025/07/employment-attorney-urges-ascs-to-stay-engaged-with-staff-watch-for-legal-risks/?spMailingID=164824&puid=3910766&E=3910766&utm_source=newsletter&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=164824 [https://ascnews.com/2025/07/employment-attorney-urges-ascs-to-stay-engaged-with-staff-watch-for-legal-risks/?spMailingID=164824&puid=3910766&E=3910766&utm_source=newsletter&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=164824] * Garfunkel Wild ASC $250,000 settlement emphasizes security risk analysis requirement * https://garfunkelwild.com/insights/surgery-center-250000-settlement-emphasizes-security-risk-analysis-requirement/ [https://garfunkelwild.com/insights/surgery-center-250000-settlement-emphasizes-security-risk-analysis-requirement/] * The Office of the National Coordinator for Health Information Technology (“ONC”), in conjunction with the OCR, has published a tool that can be used by small- to medium-sized covered entities to perform the SRA internally. Here is the link to the tool: https://www.healthit.gov/topic/privacy-security-and-hipaa/security-risk-assessment-tool [https://www.healthit.gov/topic/privacy-security-and-hipaa/security-risk-assessment-tool]. * Infection Control Focus Segment: * * Link to the Infection Control Worksheet Referenced in the Interview with Laurie: 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] * Link to Training on Infection Control: * Infection Control 101 – Training for Infection Control Coordinators in ASCs (September 2024 Recording) [https://conferences.asc-central.com/asc-infection-control-coordinator-training-101/] * Infection Control 201 – Advanced Training for Infection Control Coordinators (September 2024 Recording) [https://conferences.asc-central.com/asc-infection-control-coordinator-training-201/] 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]

In this Special Episode of the ASC Podcast with John Goehle recorded live Live from the Live from the Illinois Ambulatory Surgery Center Association 2025 Meeting in Rosemont, Illinois 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 Illinois Association Website: * https://il-asca.org/home [https://il-asca.org/home] Link to the Infection Control Worksheet Referenced in the Interview with Laurie Roderiques [lroderiques@ah-strategies.com]: * 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] 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]