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Authors: Sanghvi, Jay MS et al Anesthesia & Analgesia 140(1):p 27-37, January 2025. The US healthcare sector is undergoing significant payment reforms, leading to the emergence of Alternative Payment Models (APMs) aimed at improving clinical outcomes and patient experiences while reducing costs. This scoping review provides an overview of the involvement of anesthesiologists in APMs as […]
Read MoreAuthor: Cameron Cortigiano Becker’s ASC Review Here are five stats and figures to know about compensation for anesthesiologists: 1. In November 2024, CMS finalized a 94-cent (2.83%) conversion factor decrease from 2024. The physician fee schedule conversion factor for 2025 is $32.35, down from $33.29 in 2024. 2. Anesthesiologists earn the highest annual wage in Nebraska, bringing […]
Read MoreAuthor: Hocevar, Robin ASA Monitor 89(1):p 30-31, January 2025 According to Scott Lindberg, MD, FASA, drug shortages are not new, but the scope and acuity of the recent nationwide I.V. fluid shortage is unparalleled. He is referring, of course, to the shortage sparked by Hurricane Helene’s destruction of the facility that supplies 60% of the I.V. […]
Read MoreAuthors: Cruz, Paulina MD et al Anesthesia & Analgesia 140(1):p 2-12, January 2025. The increasing prevalence of diabetes mellitus has been accompanied by a rapid expansion in wearable continuous glucose monitoring (CGM) devices and insulin pumps. Systems combining these components in a “closed loop,” where interstitial glucose measurement guides automated insulin delivery (AID, or closed […]
Read MoreAuthor: Cameron Cortigiano Becker’s ASC Review ASCs are likely to face continuing anesthesia problems into 2025, but there are potential models and solutions for physicians and centers. Scott Mayer, the CEO of Ambulatory Anesthesia Care, recently connected with Becker’s to discuss the ongoing issues in the anesthesia space and potential solutions in 2025. Note: Responses were lightly […]
Read MoreWe’re excited to announce the formation of a new anesthesia group in Riverdale, GA, located just 10 minutes from the Atlanta Airport. We’re seeking dedicated CRNAs to join our collaborative care team, which will include 4 full-time CRNAs and 2 anesthesiologists managing 4 operating rooms. Position Highlights: Case Mix: Bread-and-butter cases – no heads, hearts, […]
Read MoreIf you’re an anesthesiologist searching for a balanced lifestyle and rewarding work, you’ll want to check out this opportunity. Our all-anesthesiologist group is seeking a dedicated team member to join our collaborative practice. Position Highlights: Zero Call for 3 Weeks: Enjoy three weeks of no call duty, followed by one week of call. Even during […]
Read MoreAuthor: Cameron Cortigiano Becker’s ASC Review Here are 10 notes on pay for certified registered nurse anesthetists: 1. Certified registered nurses anesthetists earn an average base salary of $211,000 in 2024, according to Medscape’s 2024 “Ramping Up Take-Home Pay: Medscape APRN Compensation Report 2024. 2. CRNAs have an average annual total compensation of $256,000. 3. Male CRNAs […]
Read MoreAuthor: Francesca Mathewes Becker’s ASC Review While ASCs remain largely independent, consolidation is still on the rise in the industry and a number of factors shape ASC independence. Compensation and reimbursement issues In November 2024, CMS finalized a 94-cent (2.83%) conversion factor decrease from 2024. The physician fee schedule conversion factor for 2025 is $32.35, down from $33.29 […]
Read MoreAuthors: Popovich, Matthew PhD; Goldan, Matt ASA Monitor 89(1):p 14, January 2025. By now, nearly every anesthesiologist or their group has been impacted by the shutdown of a Baxter manufacturing plant in North Carolina that produced I.V. fluids and other solutions. In late September, flooding caused by Hurricane Helene infiltrated the building, washed away local bridges, […]
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