THE ASCA JOURNAL MAY 2020


14 Wish I Knew Factors to consider before opening an ASC


DEPARTMENTS


10 AS I SEE IT Supporting more complex orthopedics cases in the ASC


18 REGULATORY REVIEW Adding procedures to the ASC-payable list


24 ADVOCACY SPOTLIGHT Understanding sequestration


6 MESSAGE FROM THE PRESIDENT


8 ASCA 2020 Make the most of joint ventures


26 ASCA NEWS ASCA Provides COVID-19 Resources Online


28 WEB CRAWL ASCA celebrates 50 Years of ASCs


16 BUILD A SUCCESSFUL SPINE SURGERY TEAM Rely on strong surgeon leaders and carefully trained staff


30 GET PAID ON TIME, EVERY TIME Ways to hold payers accountable


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