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The DocBuddy Journal - ASC Advocacy: New Administration, New Opportunities w/ Bill Prentice

By Erik Sunset, February 27, 2025 - 1 min read

 "WE'RE GOING TO BE ABLE TO SHOW THE ADMINISTRATION THAT THERE ARE SOME VERY SIMPLE THINGS THEY CAN DO THAT WILL DRIVE VOLUME TO THE SURGERY CENTER, SAVE THAT PROGRAM BILLIONS OF DOLLARS, AND FREE THOSE UP THOSE FUNDS FOR OTHER PURPOSES."

Episode 95 of The DocBuddy Journal - ASC Advocacy: New Administration, New Opportunities w/ Bill Prentice

In this episode, host Erik welcomes back Bill Prentice, President of the Ambulatory Surgery Center Association (ASCA). Bill shares exciting updates on ASCA's initiatives, including their decision to make all virtual education free for members.

The conversation explores ASCA's key priorities for 2025, including advocating for expanded Medicare-approved procedures, refining quality reporting measures, and improving reimbursement rates that better reflect the value ASCs provide to the healthcare system. Bill also discusses how the new Trump administration presents fresh opportunities for ASC advocacy and cost-efficient healthcare delivery.

Learn more about and register for the 2025 ASCA Annual Conference taking place in Denver, CO from April 30 - May 3.

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