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A podcast for Freestanding Ambulatory Surgery Centers with Industry Leader John J. Goehle, MBA, CASC, CPA. Mr. Goehle is the author of 10 books about the ASC industry and a frequent speaker at industry meetings.
Episodes
Monday May 20, 2024
Monday May 20, 2024
On this Episode of the ASC Podcast with John Goehle we discuss the latest news in the ASC Industry including an update on the Non-Compete regulations, and discuss patient transparency regarding the credentials of healthcare providers, Discuss recent experiences of our podcast listeners and in our focus segment - discuss Quality Assessment and Performance Improvement program compliance.
This episode is sponsored by Surgical Information Systems, triValence, Medserve and Ambulatory Healthcare Strategies.
Notes and Resources from this Episode:
- KFF Health News - WHO Respiratory Illness
- OR Manager - 4/17 - Colonoscopy and Propofol
- Beckers ASC - Non-Competes:
- AMN Healthcare Survey of Registered Nurses:
- Gallup Honesty and Ethics Survey
- NPDB
- Help Desk: help@npdb.hrsa.gov
INFORMATION ABOUT THE ASC PODCAST WITH JOHN GOEHLE
ASC Central, a sister site to http://ascpodcast.com provides a link to all of our bootcamps, educational programs and membership programs!
Join one of our Membership Programs!
- Our Patron Program:
- Patron Members of the ASC Podcast with John Goehle have access to ASC Central - an exclusive membership website that provides a one-stop ASC Regulatory and Accreditation Compliance, Operations and Financial Management resource for busy Administrators, nurse managers and business office managers.
- More information and Become Member
- Our Patron Program:
- The ASC-Central Premium Access Program
- A Premium Resource for Ambulatory Surgery Centers including access to bootcamps, education programs and private sessions
- More Information and Become a Premium Access Program Members Today!
Important Resources for ASCs:
- Conditions for Coverage:
- Infection Control Survey Tool (Used by Surveyors for Infection Control)
- Updated Guidance for Ambulatory Surgical Centers - Appendix L of the State Operations Manual (SOM)
- https://www.cms.gov/Regulations-and-Guidance/Guidance/Manuals/downloads/som107ap_l_ambulatory.pdf
- https://www.cms.gov/medicareprovider-enrollment-and-certificationsurveycertificationgeninfopolicy-and-memos-states-and/updated-guidance-ambulatory-surgical-centers-appendix-l-state-operations-manual-som
- Policy & Memos to States and Regions
- CMS Quality Safety & Oversight memoranda, guidance, clarifications and instructions to State Survey Agencies and CMS Regional Offices.
- https://www.cms.gov/Medicare/Provider-Enrollment-and-Certification/SurveyCertificationGenInfo/Policy-and-Memos-to-States-and-Regions
Other Resources from the ASC Podcast with John Goehle:
Visit the ASC Podcast with John Goehle Website
Books by John Goehle
Monday Apr 22, 2024
Monday Apr 22, 2024
On this Episode of the ASC Podcast with John Goehle recorded live from ASCA 2024 the staff of Ambulatory Healthcare Strategies and the Podcast, and some of our clients and listeners sit down after the last full day of the conference started to talk about the sessions they attended and their interactions with other attendees. We apologize for the poor sound quality while recording.
This episode is sponsored by Surgical Information Systems, triValence, Medserve and Ambulatory Healthcare Strategies.
Notes and Resources from this Episode:
- The ASC Association Website
INFORMATION ABOUT THE ASC PODCAST WITH JOHN GOEHLE
ASC Central, a sister site to http://ascpodcast.com provides a link to all of our bootcamps, educational programs and membership programs!
Join one of our Membership Programs!
- Our Patron Program:
- Patron Members of the ASC Podcast with John Goehle have access to ASC Central - an exclusive membership website that provides a one-stop ASC Regulatory and Accreditation Compliance, Operations and Financial Management resource for busy Administrators, nurse managers and business office managers.
- More information and Become Member
- Our Patron Program:
- The ASC-Central Premium Access Program
- A Premium Resource for Ambulatory Surgery Centers including access to bootcamps, education programs and private sessions
- More Information and Become a Premium Access Program Members Today!
Important Resources for ASCs:
- Conditions for Coverage:
- Infection Control Survey Tool (Used by Surveyors for Infection Control)
- Updated Guidance for Ambulatory Surgical Centers - Appendix L of the State Operations Manual (SOM)
- https://www.cms.gov/Regulations-and-Guidance/Guidance/Manuals/downloads/som107ap_l_ambulatory.pdf
- https://www.cms.gov/medicareprovider-enrollment-and-certificationsurveycertificationgeninfopolicy-and-memos-states-and/updated-guidance-ambulatory-surgical-centers-appendix-l-state-operations-manual-som
- Policy & Memos to States and Regions
- CMS Quality Safety & Oversight memoranda, guidance, clarifications and instructions to State Survey Agencies and CMS Regional Offices.
- https://www.cms.gov/Medicare/Provider-Enrollment-and-Certification/SurveyCertificationGenInfo/Policy-and-Memos-to-States-and-Regions
Other Resources from the ASC Podcast with John Goehle:
Visit the ASC Podcast with John Goehle Website
Books by John Goehle
Friday Apr 19, 2024
Friday Apr 19, 2024
On this Episode of the ASC Podcast with John Goehle recorded live from ASCA 2024 the staff of Ambulatory Healthcare Strategies and the Podcast, and some of our clients and listeners sit down after the first day of the conference started to talk about the sessions the attends and their interactions with other attendees. We apologize for the poor sound quality while recording.
Listen to Episode 219
This episode is sponsored by Surgical Information Systems, triValence, Medserve and Ambulatory Healthcare Strategies.
Notes and Resources from this Episode:
- The ASC Association Website
INFORMATION ABOUT THE ASC PODCAST WITH JOHN GOEHLE
ASC Central, a sister site to http://ascpodcast.com provides a link to all of our bootcamps, educational programs and membership programs!
Join one of our Membership Programs!
- Our Patron Program:
- Patron Members of the ASC Podcast with John Goehle have access to ASC Central - an exclusive membership website that provides a one-stop ASC Regulatory and Accreditation Compliance, Operations and Financial Management resource for busy Administrators, nurse managers and business office managers.
- More information and Become Member
- Our Patron Program:
- The ASC-Central Premium Access Program
- A Premium Resource for Ambulatory Surgery Centers including access to bootcamps, education programs and private sessions
- More Information and Become a Premium Access Program Members Today!
Important Resources for ASCs:
- Conditions for Coverage:
- Infection Control Survey Tool (Used by Surveyors for Infection Control)
- Updated Guidance for Ambulatory Surgical Centers - Appendix L of the State Operations Manual (SOM)
- https://www.cms.gov/Regulations-and-Guidance/Guidance/Manuals/downloads/som107ap_l_ambulatory.pdf
- https://www.cms.gov/medicareprovider-enrollment-and-certificationsurveycertificationgeninfopolicy-and-memos-states-and/updated-guidance-ambulatory-surgical-centers-appendix-l-state-operations-manual-som
- Policy & Memos to States and Regions
- CMS Quality Safety & Oversight memoranda, guidance, clarifications and instructions to State Survey Agencies and CMS Regional Offices.
- https://www.cms.gov/Medicare/Provider-Enrollment-and-Certification/SurveyCertificationGenInfo/Policy-and-Memos-to-States-and-Regions
Other Resources from the ASC Podcast with John Goehle:
Visit the ASC Podcast with John Goehle Website
Books by John Goehle
Thursday Apr 18, 2024
Thursday Apr 18, 2024
On this Episode of the ASC Podcast with John Goehle recorded live from ASCA 2024 the staff of Ambulatory Healthcare Strategies and the Podcast, and some of our clients and listeners sit down before the conference started to talk about the challenges we are facing and what we hope to hear while we are at ASCA 2024. We apologize for the poor sound quality while recording.
This episode is sponsored by Surgical Information Systems, triValence, Medserve and Ambulatory Healthcare Strategies.
Notes and Resources from this Episode:
- The ASC Association Website
INFORMATION ABOUT THE ASC PODCAST WITH JOHN GOEHLE
ASC Central, a sister site to http://ascpodcast.com provides a link to all of our bootcamps, educational programs and membership programs!
Join one of our Membership Programs!
- Our Patron Program:
- Patron Members of the ASC Podcast with John Goehle have access to ASC Central - an exclusive membership website that provides a one-stop ASC Regulatory and Accreditation Compliance, Operations and Financial Management resource for busy Administrators, nurse managers and business office managers.
- More information and Become Member
- Our Patron Program:
- The ASC-Central Premium Access Program
- A Premium Resource for Ambulatory Surgery Centers including access to bootcamps, education programs and private sessions
- More Information and Become a Premium Access Program Members Today!
Important Resources for ASCs:
- Conditions for Coverage:
- Infection Control Survey Tool (Used by Surveyors for Infection Control)
- Updated Guidance for Ambulatory Surgical Centers - Appendix L of the State Operations Manual (SOM)
- https://www.cms.gov/Regulations-and-Guidance/Guidance/Manuals/downloads/som107ap_l_ambulatory.pdf
- https://www.cms.gov/medicareprovider-enrollment-and-certificationsurveycertificationgeninfopolicy-and-memos-states-and/updated-guidance-ambulatory-surgical-centers-appendix-l-state-operations-manual-som
- Policy & Memos to States and Regions
- CMS Quality Safety & Oversight memoranda, guidance, clarifications and instructions to State Survey Agencies and CMS Regional Offices.
- https://www.cms.gov/Medicare/Provider-Enrollment-and-Certification/SurveyCertificationGenInfo/Policy-and-Memos-to-States-and-Regions
Other Resources from the ASC Podcast with John Goehle:
Visit the ASC Podcast with John Goehle Website
Books by John Goehle
Wednesday Apr 17, 2024
Wednesday Apr 17, 2024
On this Episode of the ASC Podcast with John Goehle we discuss the Latest News, provide an update on the pending ASC Quality Reporting Deadline and OAS-CAHPS, Review the new DEA Verification Process, discuss a recent immediate jeopardy called on a listener for a humidity out of range, and in our focus segment - discuss Cybersecurity and the impact of the recent Change Healthcare incident with Paul Alcock with SIS.
This episode is sponsored by Surgical Information Systems,
Notes and Resources from this Episode:
- AORN Article on OAS-CAHPS:
- OAS-CAHPS Implementation Graphic:
- Medicare Quality Reporting Program - Measures:
- New DEA Verification Process:
- Leapfrog Op-Ed Article:
- Outpatient Surgery Magazine Article on Medication Safety:
- CMS Fact Sheet on the Change Healthcare Cyber Attack and Accelerated Payments:
- Our Sponsor - Surgical Information Systems:
INFORMATION ABOUT THE ASC PODCAST WITH JOHN GOEHLE
ASC Central, a sister site to http://ascpodcast.com provides a link to all of our bootcamps, educational programs and membership programs!
Join one of our Membership Programs!
- Our Patron Program:
- Patron Members of the ASC Podcast with John Goehle have access to ASC Central - an exclusive membership website that provides a one-stop ASC Regulatory and Accreditation Compliance, Operations and Financial Management resource for busy Administrators, nurse managers and business office managers.
- More information and Become Member
- Our Patron Program:
- The ASC-Central Premium Access Program
- A Premium Resource for Ambulatory Surgery Centers including access to bootcamps, education programs and private sessions
- More Information and Become a Premium Access Program Members Today!
Important Resources for ASCs:
- Conditions for Coverage:
- Infection Control Survey Tool (Used by Surveyors for Infection Control)
- Updated Guidance for Ambulatory Surgical Centers - Appendix L of the State Operations Manual (SOM)
- https://www.cms.gov/Regulations-and-Guidance/Guidance/Manuals/downloads/som107ap_l_ambulatory.pdf
- https://www.cms.gov/medicareprovider-enrollment-and-certificationsurveycertificationgeninfopolicy-and-memos-states-and/updated-guidance-ambulatory-surgical-centers-appendix-l-state-operations-manual-som
- Policy & Memos to States and Regions
- CMS Quality Safety & Oversight memoranda, guidance, clarifications and instructions to State Survey Agencies and CMS Regional Offices.
- https://www.cms.gov/Medicare/Provider-Enrollment-and-Certification/SurveyCertificationGenInfo/Policy-and-Memos-to-States-and-Regions
Other Resources from the ASC Podcast with John Goehle:
Visit the ASC Podcast with John Goehle Website
Books by John Goehle
Thursday Apr 11, 2024
Thursday Apr 11, 2024
On this Episode of the ASC Podcast with John Goehle we discuss the Latest News, provide an update and advice on the upcoming requirement for participation in OAS-CAHPS - the Outpatient and Ambulatory Surgery CAHPS Survey and in our focus segment, we discuss how to use data to enhance your supply chain operation with Katie St. Onge with triValence.
This episode is sponsored by triValence.
Notes and Resources from this Episode:
- Becker's Article on the Number of ASCs in US:
- Advisory Board Daily Briefing
- ECRI and the Institute for Safe Medication Practices (ISMP) list of the top 10 patient safety concerns affecting the healthcare industry.
- https://www.advisory.com/daily-briefing/2024/03/14/ecri-report
- OAS CAHPS
- Our Sponsor triValence:
INFORMATION ABOUT THE ASC PODCAST WITH JOHN GOEHLE
ASC Central, a sister site to http://ascpodcast.com provides a link to all of our bootcamps, educational programs and membership programs!
Join one of our Membership Programs!
- Our Patron Program:
- Patron Members of the ASC Podcast with John Goehle have access to ASC Central - an exclusive membership website that provides a one-stop ASC Regulatory and Accreditation Compliance, Operations and Financial Management resource for busy Administrators, nurse managers and business office managers.
- More information and Become Member
- Our Patron Program:
- The ASC-Central Premium Access Program
- A Premium Resource for Ambulatory Surgery Centers including access to bootcamps, education programs and private sessions
- More Information and Become a Premium Access Program Members Today!
Important Resources for ASCs:
- Conditions for Coverage:
- Infection Control Survey Tool (Used by Surveyors for Infection Control)
- Updated Guidance for Ambulatory Surgical Centers - Appendix L of the State Operations Manual (SOM)
- https://www.cms.gov/Regulations-and-Guidance/Guidance/Manuals/downloads/som107ap_l_ambulatory.pdf
- https://www.cms.gov/medicareprovider-enrollment-and-certificationsurveycertificationgeninfopolicy-and-memos-states-and/updated-guidance-ambulatory-surgical-centers-appendix-l-state-operations-manual-som
- Policy & Memos to States and Regions
- CMS Quality Safety & Oversight memoranda, guidance, clarifications and instructions to State Survey Agencies and CMS Regional Offices.
- https://www.cms.gov/Medicare/Provider-Enrollment-and-Certification/SurveyCertificationGenInfo/Policy-and-Memos-to-States-and-Regions
Other Resources from the ASC Podcast with John Goehle:
Visit the ASC Podcast with John Goehle Website
Books by John Goehle
Thursday Mar 28, 2024
Thursday Mar 28, 2024
On this Episode of the ASC Podcast with John Goehle we discuss the Latest News, Review recent ASCA advocacy activities, discuss recent false claims activities by the Department of Justice and in our focus segment discuss pharmacy issues with our newest sponsor Alex Yampolsky from MedServe and a panel of administrators.
This episode is sponsored by Medserve.
Notes and Resources from this Episode:
Information about ASCA:
- ASCA 2024
- Advocacy Day:
Harris Beach Legal Alert
Our Sponsor - MedServe:
- Web Site:
- https://medserverx.com/
INFORMATION ABOUT THE ASC PODCAST WITH JOHN GOEHLE
ASC Central, a sister site to http://ascpodcast.com provides a link to all of our bootcamps, educational programs and membership programs!
Join one of our Membership Programs!
- Our Patron Program:
- Patron Members of the ASC Podcast with John Goehle have access to ASC Central - an exclusive membership website that provides a one-stop ASC Regulatory and Accreditation Compliance, Operations and Financial Management resource for busy Administrators, nurse managers and business office managers.
- More information and Become Member
- Our Patron Program:
- The ASC-Central Premium Access Program
- A Premium Resource for Ambulatory Surgery Centers including access to bootcamps, education programs and private sessions
- More Information and Become a Premium Access Program Members Today!
Important Resources for ASCs:
- Conditions for Coverage:
- Infection Control Survey Tool (Used by Surveyors for Infection Control)
- Updated Guidance for Ambulatory Surgical Centers - Appendix L of the State Operations Manual (SOM)
- https://www.cms.gov/Regulations-and-Guidance/Guidance/Manuals/downloads/som107ap_l_ambulatory.pdf
- https://www.cms.gov/medicareprovider-enrollment-and-certificationsurveycertificationgeninfopolicy-and-memos-states-and/updated-guidance-ambulatory-surgical-centers-appendix-l-state-operations-manual-som
- Policy & Memos to States and Regions
- CMS Quality Safety & Oversight memoranda, guidance, clarifications and instructions to State Survey Agencies and CMS Regional Offices.
- https://www.cms.gov/Medicare/Provider-Enrollment-and-Certification/SurveyCertificationGenInfo/Policy-and-Memos-to-States-and-Regions
Other Resources from the ASC Podcast with John Goehle:
Visit the ASC Podcast with John Goehle Website
Books by John Goehle
Wednesday Mar 06, 2024
Wednesday Mar 06, 2024
On this Episode of the ASC Podcast with John Goehle we discuss the Latest News, Discuss AAAHC’s upcoming web interface transition, Review new CDC guidance on respiratory illnesses, Discuss how to avoid practitioners that don’t meet your quality expectations and in our focus segment discuss the National Practitioner Data Bank with a lawyer from Dinsmore.
This episode is sponsored by Surgical Information Systems, triValence, Medserve and Ambulatory Healthcare Strategies.
Notes and Resources from this Episode:
CDC Guidance:
- https://www.cdc.gov/ncird/whats-new/updated-respiratory-virus-guidance.html
Beckers Article:
- https://www.beckershospitalreview.com/legal-regulatory-issues/oregon-hospital-nurses-drug-diversion-led-to-patient-death-lawsuit-alleges.html?origin=WomensE&utm_source=WomensE&utm_medium=email&utm_content=newsletter&oly_enc_id=0573H1191845C8E
AAAHC Engage 1095:
- https://www.aaahc.org/news/february-2024-triangle-times-today/
INFORMATION ABOUT THE ASC PODCAST WITH JOHN GOEHLE
ASC Central, a sister site to http://ascpodcast.com provides a link to all of our bootcamps, educational programs and membership programs!
Join one of our Membership Programs!
-
- Our Patron Program:
- Patron Members of the ASC Podcast with John Goehle have access to ASC Central - an exclusive membership website that provides a one-stop ASC Regulatory and Accreditation Compliance, Operations and Financial Management resource for busy Administrators, nurse managers and business office managers.
- More information and Become Member
- Our Patron Program:
- The ASC-Central Premium Access Program
-
- A Premium Resource for Ambulatory Surgery Centers including access to bootcamps, education programs and private sessions
- More Information and Become a Premium Access Program Members Today!
Important Resources for ASCs:
- Conditions for Coverage:
- Infection Control Survey Tool (Used by Surveyors for Infection Control)
- Updated Guidance for Ambulatory Surgical Centers - Appendix L of the State Operations Manual (SOM)
- https://www.cms.gov/Regulations-and-Guidance/Guidance/Manuals/downloads/som107ap_l_ambulatory.pdf
- https://www.cms.gov/medicareprovider-enrollment-and-certificationsurveycertificationgeninfopolicy-and-memos-states-and/updated-guidance-ambulatory-surgical-centers-appendix-l-state-operations-manual-som
- Policy & Memos to States and Regions
- CMS Quality Safety & Oversight memoranda, guidance, clarifications and instructions to State Survey Agencies and CMS Regional Offices.
- https://www.cms.gov/Medicare/Provider-Enrollment-and-Certification/SurveyCertificationGenInfo/Policy-and-Memos-to-States-and-Regions
Other Resources from the ASC Podcast with John Goehle:
Visit the ASC Podcast with John Goehle Website
Books by John Goehle
Monday Feb 26, 2024
Monday Feb 26, 2024
On this Episode of the ASC Podcast with John Goehle we discuss the Latest News, Including an update to the fraudulent Florida nursing diploma situation, discuss texting in the ASC, review some recent survey experiences and in our focus segment, discuss informed consents.
This episode is sponsored by Surgical Information Systems, triValence, Medserve and Ambulatory Healthcare Strategies.
Notes and Resources from this Episode:
Nails and hand hygiene
Florida Nursing Schools
Medfusion Recall:
INFORMATION ABOUT THE ASC PODCAST WITH JOHN GOEHLE
ASC Central, a sister site to http://ascpodcast.com provides a link to all of our bootcamps, educational programs and membership programs!
Join one of our Membership Programs!
Our Patron Program:
-
- Patron Members of the ASC Podcast with John Goehle have access to ASC Central - an exclusive membership website that provides a one-stop ASC Regulatory and Accreditation Compliance, Operations and Financial Management resource for busy Administrators, nurse managers and business office managers.
- More information and Become Member
The ASC-Central Premium Access Program
- A Premium Resource for Ambulatory Surgery Centers including access to bootcamps, education programs and private sessions
- More Information and Become a Premium Access Program Members Today!
Important Resources for ASCs:
- Conditions for Coverage:
- Infection Control Survey Tool (Used by Surveyors for Infection Control)
- Updated Guidance for Ambulatory Surgical Centers - Appendix L of the State Operations Manual (SOM)
- https://www.cms.gov/Regulations-and-Guidance/Guidance/Manuals/downloads/som107ap_l_ambulatory.pdf
- https://www.cms.gov/medicareprovider-enrollment-and-certificationsurveycertificationgeninfopolicy-and-memos-states-and/updated-guidance-ambulatory-surgical-centers-appendix-l-state-operations-manual-som
- Policy & Memos to States and Regions
- CMS Quality Safety & Oversight memoranda, guidance, clarifications and instructions to State Survey Agencies and CMS Regional Offices.
- https://www.cms.gov/Medicare/Provider-Enrollment-and-Certification/SurveyCertificationGenInfo/Policy-and-Memos-to-States-and-Regions
Other Resources from the ASC Podcast with John Goehle:
Visit the ASC Podcast with John Goehle Website
Books by John Goehle
Monday Feb 12, 2024
Monday Feb 12, 2024
On this Episode of the ASC Podcast with John Goehle we discuss the Latest News, discuss updates to the ISMP Confused Drug Names and High Alert Drug Lists, Review the 2024 Joint Commission Patient Safety Goals and in our Focus Segment we have a panel discussion of current ASC Issues with the staff of Ambulatory Healthcare Strategies at their January Semi-Annual Retreat.
This episode is sponsored by Surgical Information Systems, triValence, Medserve and Ambulatory Healthcare Strategies.
Notes and Resources from this Episode:
- ISMP Update:
- TJC 2024 Ambulatory Patient Safety Goals:
INFORMATION ABOUT THE ASC PODCAST WITH JOHN GOEHLE
ASC Central, a sister site to http://ascpodcast.com provides a link to all of our bootcamps, educational programs and membership programs!
Join one of our Membership Programs!
- Our Patron Program:
- Patron Members of the ASC Podcast with John Goehle have access to ASC Central - an exclusive membership website that provides a one-stop ASC Regulatory and Accreditation Compliance, Operations and Financial Management resource for busy Administrators, nurse managers and business office managers.
- More information and Become Member
- The ASC-Central Premium Access Program
- A Premium Resource for Ambulatory Surgery Centers including access to bootcamps, education programs and private sessions
- More Information and Become a Premium Access Program Members Today!
Important Resources for ASCs:
- Conditions for Coverage:
- Infection Control Survey Tool (Used by Surveyors for Infection Control)
- Updated Guidance for Ambulatory Surgical Centers - Appendix L of the State Operations Manual (SOM)
- https://www.cms.gov/Regulations-and-Guidance/Guidance/Manuals/downloads/som107ap_l_ambulatory.pdf
- https://www.cms.gov/medicareprovider-enrollment-and-certificationsurveycertificationgeninfopolicy-and-memos-states-and/updated-guidance-ambulatory-surgical-centers-appendix-l-state-operations-manual-som
- Policy & Memos to States and Regions
- CMS Quality Safety & Oversight memoranda, guidance, clarifications and instructions to State Survey Agencies and CMS Regional Offices.
- https://www.cms.gov/Medicare/Provider-Enrollment-and-Certification/SurveyCertificationGenInfo/Policy-and-Memos-to-States-and-Regions
Other Resources from the ASC Podcast with John Goehle:
Visit the ASC Podcast with John Goehle Website
Books by John Goehle