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Authors: Kelley Blair, CEO of nimble, Caryn Mattia, CPC, Sr. Director of Client Services at nimble Becker’s ASC Review If you run an ASC, you already know how central anesthesia is to your daily operations. Nearly every case — 99% of procedures — requires it. And yet, when I talk with ASC leaders, anesthesia revenue is often the […]
Read MoreAuthors: Jiang X. et al. Anesthesiology, October 16, 2025. DOI: 10.1097/ALN.0000000000005731 This large longitudinal population-based study explored whether chronic widespread pain (CWP) contributes to the development of cognitive decline and dementia, using data from nearly 190,000 participants in the UK Biobank with a 13-year follow-up. CWP was defined as self-reported pain across multiple body regions […]
Read MoreAuthors: Bayat S. et al. Anesthesiology, October 20, 2025. DOI: 10.1097/ALN.0000000000005807 This experimental study investigated how the slope of phase III (SIII) of the volumetric capnogram relates to ventilation–perfusion (V̇A/Q̇) mismatch in acute bronchoconstriction and how this relationship changes after bronchodilator therapy. Using advanced synchrotron radiation K-edge subtraction imaging, the researchers directly visualized and quantified […]
Read MoreAuthors: Calabrese A. et al. Anesthesiology, October 20, 2025. DOI: 10.1097/ALN.0000000000005633 This comprehensive review explores how the renin–angiotensin system (RAS) influences the physiology and treatment of critically ill patients, addressing seven key questions relevant to intensivists. The RAS regulates vascular tone, fluid balance, and inflammation through two distinct pathways: the classical ACE/Ang II/AT1R axis (vasoconstrictive, […]
Read MoreHardin Medical Center (122 beds) is offering a rare CRNA-only practice where you can enjoy full autonomy and an exceptional lifestyle. • Schedule: 2 weeks on / 1 week off (17 weeks off each year)• Model: Independent CRNA practice – no anesthesiologist supervision• Case Mix: General surgery, orthopedics, endoscopy, OB/GYN (including epidurals & C-sections)• No […]
Read MoreAuthor: Patsy Newitt Becker’s ASC Review Chris Gill, PhD, CRNA, chief credentialing officer of the National Board of Certification and Recertification for Nurse Anesthetists, the credentialing organization for CRNAs, joined Becker’s to discuss how continuous certification is helping sustain patient trust, support workforce growth and keep pace with a rapidly changing healthcare landscape. Question: Could you talk […]
Read MoreAuthor: Francesca Mathewes Becker’s ASC Review ASCs face numerous challenges when it comes to anesthesia costs and management as reimbursement cuts and payer pushback add pressure to existing staffing and economic issues. Reimbursement rates on a steady decline The average anesthesia reimbursement rate in 2023 was $21.88 per unit — a 5.5% decline from 2019 […]
Read MoreAuthor: Francesca Mathewes Becker’s ASC Review ASC leaders are eyeing a range of anesthesia staffing models for their centers in 2026, according to data published in VMH Health’s “ASC Leader Expectations for 2026” survey. The survey collected responses from 97 ASC leaders at both independent and joint ventured-owned ASCs. Here’s a breakdown of the various […]
Read MoreAuthor: Patsy Newitt Becker’s ASC Review ASCs continue to face complex regulatory scrutiny under federal anti-kickback and fraud laws, even as they operate outside certain Stark law restrictions. A recent Minnesota Lawyer article and guidance from the Federal Bar Association’s Turning Square Corners newsletter outline how ASC owners can reduce legal risk while maintaining compliant operations. Here are five […]
Read MoreHardin Medical Center (122 beds) is offering a rare CRNA-only practice where you can enjoy full autonomy and an exceptional lifestyle. • Schedule: 2 weeks on / 1 week off (17 weeks off each year)• Model: Independent CRNA practice – no anesthesiologist supervision• Case Mix: General surgery, orthopedics, endoscopy, OB/GYN (including epidurals & C-sections)• No […]
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