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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.
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Tuesday May 20, 2025
Tuesday May 20, 2025
In this episode of the ASC Podcast with John Goehle recorded live at the New Jersey Association of Ambulatory Surgery Centers Annual Conference at The Palace at Somerset Park in Somerset New Jersey on May 13th, we interview some of the speakers and discuss the benefits of membership in the Association.
This episode is sponsored by Surgical Information Systems, RFX Solutions, Medserve and Ambulatory Healthcare Strategies.
Notes and Resources from this Episode:
- New Jersey Association of Ambulatory Surgery Center Membership Information:
- Information from the Conference:
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!
https://conferences.asc-central.com/
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 May 05, 2025
Monday May 05, 2025
In this episode of the ASC Podcast with John Goehle recorded live from ASCA 2025 in Denver Colorado the staff of Ambulatory Healthcare Strategies and the Podcast, and some of our clients and listeners sit down to talk about their experience here after the Second day of ASCA 2025.
This episode is sponsored by Surgical Information Systems, RFX Solutions, Medserve and Ambulatory Healthcare Strategies.
Notes and Resources from this Episode:
- ASCA 2025:
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!
https://conferences.asc-central.com/
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 May 02, 2025
Friday May 02, 2025
In this episode of the ASC Podcast with John Goehle recorded live from ASCA 2025 in Denver Colorado the staff of Ambulatory Healthcare Strategies and the Podcast, and some of our clients and listeners sit down to talk about their experience here after the first day of ASCA 2025.
This episode is sponsored by Surgical Information Systems, RFX Solutions, Medserve and Ambulatory Healthcare Strategies.
Notes and Resources from this Episode:
- ASCA 2025:
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!
https://conferences.asc-central.com/
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 May 01, 2025
Thursday May 01, 2025
In this Episode of the ASC Podcast with John Goehle recorded live from ASCA 2025 in Denver Colorado 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 2025.
This episode is sponsored by Surgical Information Systems, RFX Solutions, Medserve and Ambulatory Healthcare Strategies.
Notes and Resources from this Episode:
- ASCA 2025:
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!
https://conferences.asc-central.com/
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 28, 2025
Monday Apr 28, 2025
In this episode of the ASC Podcast with John Goehle, we cover the latest updates from the ASC industry, review a recent survey about OAS-CAHPS, discuss credentialing applications, we follow-up on an earlier discussion of RN Administered Conscious Sedation and discuss our preparations for ASCA 2025 in Denver this week. In our focus segment we discuss incident reporting.
Listen to Episode 242
This episode is sponsored by Surgical Information Systems, RFX Solutions, Medserve and Ambulatory Healthcare Strategies.
Notes and Resources from this Episode:
- ASCA 60-Second Survey: OAS CAHPS
- ASCA 2025
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!
https://conferences.asc-central.com/
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
Sunday Apr 20, 2025
Sunday Apr 20, 2025
In this episode of the ASC Podcast with John Goehle, we cover the latest updates from the ASC industry, discuss recent survey experiences, including a discussion of proper vaccine storage and in our focus segment, discuss governance and the governing body.
This episode is sponsored by Surgical Information Systems, RFX Solutions, Medserve and Ambulatory Healthcare Strategies.
Notes and Resources from this Episode:
NY Post Face Fire Article:
- NY post- face fire article
- Soccer player leg infection
- OR Manager- Sleep deprived nurses at higher risk for infections
- CDC Has a tool kit that you can use to make sure you follow the CDC recommendations:
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!
https://conferences.asc-central.com/
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 Mar 14, 2025
Friday Mar 14, 2025
In this episode of the ASC Podcast with John Goehle, we cover the latest updates from the ASC industry, review recent developments with CONs, discuss the anesthesia model and the OIG, provide an update on the corporate transparency act and in our focus segment, discuss emergency preparedness.
This episode is sponsored by Surgical Information Systems, RFX Solutions, Medserve and Ambulatory Healthcare Strategies.
Notes and Resources from this Episode:
- Certificate of Need Reform:
- OIG Anesthesia Advisory:
- Garfunkel Wild 3/5/25 Alert about the CTA:
- Gallup Workplace Survey:
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!
https://conferences.asc-central.com/
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 Feb 26, 2025
Wednesday Feb 26, 2025
In this episode of the ASC Podcast with John Goehle, we cover the latest updates from the ASC industry, including an update on the Corporate Transparency Act, a survey about Gen Z workers, a review of the requirements of RN Administered
This episode is sponsored by Surgical Information Systems, RFX Solutions, Medserve and Ambulatory Healthcare Strategies.
Notes and Resources from this Episode:
- Non-Opioid Pain Medication FDA Approved:
- Update on Corporate Transparency Act:
- Intelligent.com Articles about Gen Z Workers
- ASC Quality.org
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!
https://conferences.asc-central.com/
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 Jan 29, 2025
Wednesday Jan 29, 2025
In this episode of the ASC Podcast with John Goehle, we cover the latest updates from the ASC industry, including an update on the dockworkers settlement, a discussion of recent HIPAA issues, free toolkits from the ASC Quality Collaboration. We also discuss recent experiences including infection control issues, on-boarding less experienced clinical staff and regulatory requirements related to research. In our focus segment, we discuss how to handle flooding emergencies, and temperature and humidity issues.
This episode is sponsored by Surgical Information Systems, RFX Solutions, triValence, Medserve and Ambulatory Healthcare Strategies.
Notes and Resources from this Episode:
- HIPAA Updates:
- ASC Quality Collaboration Toolkits:
- Becker’s Article about Specialties Shifting toward ASCs
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!
https://conferences.asc-central.com/
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 Jan 02, 2025
Thursday Jan 02, 2025
In this episode of the ASC Podcast with John Goehle, we cover the latest updates from the ASC industry, discuss possible supply chain issues in the new year, review the stalled Corporate Transparency Act and how it would affect ASCs, and in our focus segment, provide tips for preparing for a possible survey in 2025.
This episode is sponsored by Surgical Information Systems, RFX Solutions, triValence, Medserve and Ambulatory Healthcare Strategies.
Notes and Resources from this Episode:
- ASC News- The Critical role of ASC’s during national emergencies:
- The Hill - New Report from CDC on Vaccination Rates:
- https://thehill.com/policy/healthcare/5003450-cdc-report-covid-flu-vaccination/
- CDC estimates of hospitalizations and deaths
- Resources for Survey Preparedness:
- Conditions for Coverage:
- Infection Control Survey Tool (Used by Surveyors for Infection Control)
- 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
- Conditions for Coverage Conference
- Credentialing and Peer Review Conference:
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