Ambulatory Surgery Center Association

07/29/2026

ASCA Speaks: Alex Taira talks to Richard Payerchin of Medical Economics about savings, ownership and the connection.
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Ambulatory Surgery Center Association analyzes financial effects in a growing part of U.S. health care.

07/24/2026

Today’s read:
: Medicare’s home health proposed rule could impact surgery centers
—via magazine

CMS proposes stricter enrollment oversight in its CY 2027 payment plan, a move that may affect ASCs.

07/23/2026

Next Friday, July 31, is the LAST DAY to submit your Q2 data for 2026 ASCA Benchmarking!

More than ever are participating this year—making the collective data that much stronger. Don't miss out on this vital resource!
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07/22/2026

Get excited for , August 3-7! 🎉

This year, visit virtual member lounges each day to discover member resources, watch special video messages, enjoy interactive activities and uncover daily clues leading to a grand prize reveal.

07/17/2026

Today’s read:
: Louisiana enacts workers’ compensation reform with unanswered questions
—via magazine
https://buff.ly/t0Ti5wL

Louisiana's new workers' compensation law leaves ASC reimbursement rates undetermined as new rulemaking process begins.

07/16/2026

Submit your Q2 data for 2026 today!
More than ever are participating this year—making the collective data that much stronger.

Don’t miss out on your chance to contribute to this vital community resource!
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07/13/2026

ASCA Board Member and Immediate Past Board President Mark Wainner participated in a discussion on the state of the industry at Ambulatory Surgery Center News’ Investments & Operations Conference in Denver, July 8-9, along with Travis Messina and Mark Langston.

07/13/2026

Vizient released its 2026 Impact of Change forecast last week. The report projects volume to grow 24% over the next decade.
—via
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07/10/2026

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Medicare’s 2027 proposed rule for ASCs is a mixed bag with clear winners and losers. Check out this for an analysis.

CMS's 2027 proposed rule expands the ASC Covered Procedures List, cuts rates for many high-volume codes and revises IPO list and quality reporting measures.

07/09/2026

📢 ASCA MEMBERS 📢
Check out this latest podcast episode where ASCA CEO Bill Prentice and ASCA Chief Advocacy Officer Kara Newbury discuss the highlights of the 2027 proposed payment rule for and , released by on July 2. https://buff.ly/SEkV3IQ

In this exclusive members-only episode, listen to ASCA CEO Bill Prentice and ASCA Chief Advocacy Officer Kara Newbury discuss the highlights of the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services’ 2027…