On this Special Episode of the ASC Podcast with John Goehle,   we visit with the leadership of the Texas Ambulatory Surgery Center Society and discuss current issues in the ASC Industry in Texas..    This episode sponsored by Surgical Information Systems and  Ambulatory Healthcare Strategies.  Resources from this Episode: Texas Ambulatory Surgery Center Society Website Conditions for Coverage:https://www.ecfr.gov/cgi-bin/text-idx?c=ecfr&rgn=div5&view=text&node=42:3.0.1.1.3&idno=42#se42.3.416_150 Interpretive Guidelines for ASCshttps://www.cms.gov/Regulations-and-Guidance/Guidance/Manuals/downloads/som107ap_l_ambulatory.pdf Policy & Memos to States and RegionsCMS 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 our website at ascpodcast.com for a list of all of our virtual conferences.  Get a copy of John’s newest book - the 2020 Edition of The Survey Guide - A Guide to the CMS Conditions for Coverage & Interpretive Guidelines for Ambulatory Surgery Centers  Visit the ASC Podcast with John Goehle Website Benefits of Becoming a Patron Member Purchase John’s Books Go to the ASC Podcast Store 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.   Become a member today!

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Episode 142 - ASC Podcast with John Goehle - Special Episode - Texas ASC Society September 2021 Annual Conference - October 17, 2021

On this Episode of the ASC Podcast with John Goehle,   we discuss Vaccine Mandates, discuss recent and upcoming Virtual Conferences, and in our focus segment, review the proposed Medicare Quality Reporting requirements related to OAS-CAHPS and Patient Satisfaction, discuss Patient Communications and Engagement and interview Spencer Kelpe with Dialog Health regarding technological advances in patient communications.    This episode is sponsored by Dialog Health. Dialog Health’s business text messaging platform is transforming patient engagement and employee communication.  For more information about how Dialog Health can help your ASC, visit dialoghealth.com   Resources from this Episode: OAS-CAHPShttps://oascahps.org/Survey-Materials Conditions for Coverage:https://www.ecfr.gov/cgi-bin/text-idx?c=ecfr&rgn=div5&view=text&node=42:3.0.1.1.3&idno=42#se42.3.416_150 Interpretive Guidelines for ASCshttps://www.cms.gov/Regulations-and-Guidance/Guidance/Manuals/downloads/som107ap_l_ambulatory.pdf Policy & Memos to States and RegionsCMS 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 our website at ascpodcast.com for a list of all of our virtual conferences.  Get a copy of John’s newest book - the 2020 Edition of The Survey Guide - A Guide to the CMS Conditions for Coverage & Interpretive Guidelines for Ambulatory Surgery Centers  Visit the ASC Podcast with John Goehle Website Benefits of Becoming a Patron Member Purchase John’s Books Go to the ASC Podcast Store 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.   Become a member today!

Episode 141 - ASC Podcast with John Goehle - Vaccine Mandates, Upcoming Virtual Conferences, Focus Segment on OAS-CAHPS, Patient Satisfaction, Patient Communications and Engagement - October 11, 2021

On this Episode of the ASC Podcast with John Goehle,  we debrief from our whirlwind conference schedule last week, discuss recent questions about informed consent and discharge in the company of a responsible adult and in our focus segment, interview Bill Prentice, Chief Executive Officer for ASCA, the national association for ASCs.    This episode sponsored by Surgical Information Systems and  Ambulatory Healthcare Strategies.  Resources from this Episode: Conditions for Coverage:https://www.ecfr.gov/cgi-bin/text-idx?c=ecfr&rgn=div5&view=text&node=42:3.0.1.1.3&idno=42#se42.3.416_150 Interpretive Guidelines for ASCshttps://www.cms.gov/Regulations-and-Guidance/Guidance/Manuals/downloads/som107ap_l_ambulatory.pdf Policy & Memos to States and RegionsCMS 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 our website at ascpodcast.com for a list of all of our virtual conferences.  Get a copy of John’s newest book - the 2020 Edition of The Survey Guide - A Guide to the CMS Conditions for Coverage & Interpretive Guidelines for Ambulatory Surgery Centers  Visit the ASC Podcast with John Goehle Website Benefits of Becoming a Patron Member Purchase John’s Books Go to the ASC Podcast Store See our YouTube Video Channel 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.   Become a member today!

Episode 140 - ASC Podcast with John Goehle - Debrief State Conferences, Informed Consent, Discharge with Responsible Adult and Interview with Bill Prentice from ASCA - October 3, 2021

On this Episode of the ASC Podcast with John Goehle,  recorded live from the Ohio State Association Meeting, John Goehle, Sue Cronkite, Judie D’Ambrosio and Mike D’Ambrosio discuss Vaccine Mandates, and takeaways from Texas and Ohio Association Meetings.  This episode sponsored by Surgical Information Systems and  Ambulatory Healthcare Strategies.  Resources from this Episode: Conditions for Coverage:https://www.ecfr.gov/cgi-bin/text-idx?c=ecfr&rgn=div5&view=text&node=42:3.0.1.1.3&idno=42#se42.3.416_150 Interpretive Guidelines for ASCshttps://www.cms.gov/Regulations-and-Guidance/Guidance/Manuals/downloads/som107ap_l_ambulatory.pdf Policy & Memos to States and RegionsCMS 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 our website at ascpodcast.com for a list of all of our virtual conferences. 

Episode 139 - ASC Podcast with John Goehle - Live from the Ohio State Association Conference - September 27, 2021

On this Episode of the ASC Podcast with John Goehle,  we discuss the Latest News, provide an update on conferences live and virtual, discuss the CMS requirements for an ASC to be a Distinct Entity and in our focus segment - meet with the staff of AHS to discuss 2021 and lessons from 2020 - September 7, 2021. This episode sponsored by Surgical Information Systems and  Ambulatory Healthcare Strategies.  Resources from this Episode: Conditions for Coverage:https://www.ecfr.gov/cgi-bin/text-idx?c=ecfr&rgn=div5&view=text&node=42:3.0.1.1.3&idno=42#se42.3.416_150 Interpretive Guidelines for ASCshttps://www.cms.gov/Regulations-and-Guidance/Guidance/Manuals/downloads/som107ap_l_ambulatory.pdf Policy & Memos to States and RegionsCMS 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 our website at ascpodcast.com for a list of all of our virtual conferences.  Get a copy of John’s newest book - the 2020 Edition of The Survey Guide - A Guide to the CMS Conditions for Coverage & Interpretive Guidelines for Ambulatory Surgery Centers  Visit the ASC Podcast with John Goehle Website Benefits of Becoming a Patron Member Purchase John’s Books Go to the ASC Podcast Store See our YouTube Video Channel 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.   Become a member today!

Episode 138 - ASC Podcast with John Goehle - Latest News, Update on Conferences, Distinct Entity Regulations and AHS staff discussion of current events - September 7, 2021

On this Episode of the ASC Podcast with John Goehle,   we discuss the latest Coronovirus news, Recent OSHA fines for N95 Masking and in our focus segment, Daren Smith of SIS joins the ASC Podcast to discuss how COVID-19 affected ASC operations and motivated surgery centers to invest in and consider new solutions and software that can help them tackle the challenges of today and capitalize on the opportunities of tomorrow. This episode of the ASC Podcast with John Goehle is sponsored by Surgical Information Systems, SIS - SIS’s mission is To deliver solutions and services that help surgery providers, regardless of care setting, improve their organization so they can deliver the highest level of care to their patients.  For more information, go to sisfirst.com. Resources from this Episode: OSHA Fines for N95:https://www.osha.gov/news/newsreleases/region2/08042021 Visit OR Manager Conditions for Coverage:https://www.ecfr.gov/cgi-bin/text-idx?c=ecfr&rgn=div5&view=text&node=42:3.0.1.1.3&idno=42#se42.3.416_150 Interpretive Guidelines for ASCshttps://www.cms.gov/Regulations-and-Guidance/Guidance/Manuals/downloads/som107ap_l_ambulatory.pdf Policy & Memos to States and RegionsCMS 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: Register for the ASC DON/Nursing Manager Bootcamp Listen to the Recording of the Fall 2020 Finance, Accounting and Reimbursement Seminar Make sure you are Compliant with Infection Control Regulations with the Infection Control Coordinator Training Program 2020 Get a copy of John’s newest book - the 2020 Edition of The Survey Guide - A Guide to the CMS Conditions for Coverage & Interpretive Guidelines for Ambulatory Surgery Centers  Visit the ASC Podcast with John Goehle Website Benefits of Becoming a Patron Member Purchase John’s Books Go to the ASC Podcast Store See our YouTube Video Channel 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.   Become a member today!

Episode 137 - ASC Podcast with John Goehle - Latest News, OSHA N95 Fines and Focus on Effect of COVID on ASC Technology - August 16, 2021

On this Episode of the ASC Podcast with John Goehle,  We discuss the latest news and information including the proposed CMS ASC/HOPD Payment Rule for 2021 and in our focus segment, discuss leadership development with Laurie Roderiques and Ann Geier.    This episode sponsored by Surgical Information Systems and  Ambulatory Healthcare Strategies.  Resources from this Episode: Draft 2022 Payment Rule:https://www.federalregister.gov/public-inspection/2021-15496/medicare-program-hospital-outpatient-prospective-payment-and-ambulatory-surgical-center-payment Conditions for Coverage:https://www.ecfr.gov/cgi-bin/text-idx?c=ecfr&rgn=div5&view=text&node=42:3.0.1.1.3&idno=42#se42.3.416_150 Interpretive Guidelines for ASCshttps://www.cms.gov/Regulations-and-Guidance/Guidance/Manuals/downloads/som107ap_l_ambulatory.pdf Policy & Memos to States and RegionsCMS 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: Register for the Infection Control Conferences: Infection Control Oversight 101 Infection Control Oversight 201 Register for the ASC Administrator’s Bootcamp Listen to the Recording of the Fall 2020 Finance, Accounting and Reimbursement Seminar Make sure you are Compliant with Infection Control Regulations with the Infection Control Coordinator Training Program 2020 Get a copy of John’s newest book - the 2020 Edition of The Survey Guide - A Guide to the CMS Conditions for Coverage & Interpretive Guidelines for Ambulatory Surgery Centers  Visit the ASC Podcast with John Goehle Website Benefits of Becoming a Patron Member Purchase John’s Books Go to the ASC Podcast Store See our YouTube Video Channel 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.   Become a member today!

Episode 136 - ASC Podcast with John Goehle - 2021 CMS Proposed Payment Update Overview and Focus on Leadership Development in the ASC - July 20, 2021

On this Episode of the ASC Podcast with John Goehle,  the Ambulatory Healthcare Strategies team  discusses the latest news and information, talk about recent experiences in the industry and in our focus segment, discuss the challenges in keeping up with the latest regulatory changes in our industry  This episode sponsored by Surgical Information Systems and  Ambulatory Healthcare Strategies.  Resources from this Episode: Provider Relief Fund Reporting Period Opens July 1Provider Relief Fund Reporting Portal Webinar on Reporting Special Day of Education Featuring OSHA's New GuidelinescvMarcie Sasso.  A FREE virtual day of learning with national guest speakers from OSHA and other industry leaders. Sponsored by Sasso Consulting LLC, Frier Levitt LLC, Salem Medical Center and the Occupational Safety & Health Administration (OSHA). Register Today: https://bit.ly/2SsJDRF On July 1, 2021 HHS Announced a new Rule to Protect Consumers from Surprise Medical BillsLink to the Notice Conditions for Coverage:https://www.ecfr.gov/cgi-bin/text-idx?c=ecfr&rgn=div5&view=text&node=42:3.0.1.1.3&idno=42#se42.3.416_150 Interpretive Guidelines for ASCshttps://www.cms.gov/Regulations-and-Guidance/Guidance/Manuals/downloads/som107ap_l_ambulatory.pdf Policy & Memos to States and RegionsCMS 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: Register for the Infection Control Conferences: Infection Control Oversight 101 Infection Control Oversight 201 Register for the ASC Administrator’s Bootcamp Listen to the Recording of the Fall 2020 Finance, Accounting and Reimbursement Seminar Make sure you are Compliant with Infection Control Regulations with the Infection Control Coordinator Training Program 2020 Get a copy of John’s newest book - the 2020 Edition of The Survey Guide - A Guide to the CMS Conditions for Coverage & Interpretive Guidelines for Ambulatory Surgery Centers  Visit the ASC Podcast with John Goehle Website Benefits of Becoming a Patron Member Purchase John’s Books Go to the ASC Podcast Store See our YouTube Video Channel 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.   Become a member today!

Episode 135 - ASC Podcast with John Goehle - The AHS Team discusses news, recent events and how to keep current - July 6, 2021

On this Special Episode of the ASC Podcast with John Goehle,  we meet with the leadership of the New York State Association of ASCs during the Spring 2021 Virtual Conference and discuss NYS ASC issues and interview various speakers at the conference.  This episode sponsored by Ambulatory Healthcare Strategies. For more information, email AHS at info@ah-strategies.com or call John Goehle at 585-594-1167. Resources from this Episode: The New York State Association of ASC’s Websitewww.nysaasc.org Other Resources from the ASC Podcast with John Goehle: Register for the ASC Administrator’s Bootcamp Listen to the Recording of the Fall 2020 Finance, Accounting and Reimbursement Seminar Make sure you are Compliant with Infection Control Regulations with the Infection Control Coordinator Training Program 2020 Get a copy of John’s newest book - the 2020 Edition of The Survey Guide - A Guide to the CMS Conditions for Coverage & Interpretive Guidelines for Ambulatory Surgery Centers  Visit the ASC Podcast with John Goehle Website Benefits of Becoming a Patron Member Purchase John’s Books Go to the ASC Podcast Store See our YouTube Video Channel 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.   Become a member today!

Episode 134 - ASC Podcast with John Goehle - Special NYSAASC Spring Virtual Conference Episode - June 28, 2021

On this Episode of the ASC Podcast with John Goehle,  we discuss the latest news and information in the ASC industry, talk about recent experiences in various centers and in our focus segment - host a roundtable discussion during the New Jersey State Association meeting with various speakers at the conference.  This episode sponsored by Ambulatory Healthcare Strategies. For more information, email AHS at info@ah-strategies.com or call John Goehle at 585-594-1167. Resources from this Episode: Conditions for Coverage:https://www.ecfr.gov/cgi-bin/text-idx?c=ecfr&rgn=div5&view=text&node=42:3.0.1.1.3&idno=42#se42.3.416_150 Interpretive Guidelines for ASCshttps://www.cms.gov/Regulations-and-Guidance/Guidance/Manuals/downloads/som107ap_l_ambulatory.pdf Speaker Contact Information: Matthew Collins - “What every employer needs to know about legal risk of at risk employment” -  Brach Eichler - mcollins@bracheichler.com Monte Goldstein - “Pre-Operative Screening and Testing Virtua, Envision Healthcare MGoldstein@virtua.org; Yomont@outlook.com John Karwoski “Protecting our patients and our employees”JDJ Consulting - john@jdjconsulting.net,  Cori Prisco - “Service Lines made easy”, Hudson Crossing Surgery Center - cori.prisco@hudsoncrossingsc.com Andrew Weiss - “Joint ventures”, Virtua - aweiss2@virtua.org Clair Cerame  - “Embracing Quality Improvement” -  Positive Outcomes Consulting - ccerame@positiveoutcomesqi.com Other Resources from the ASC Podcast with John Goehle: Register for the ASC Administrator’s Bootcamp Listen to the Recording of the Fall 2020 Finance, Accounting and Reimbursement Seminar Make sure you are Compliant with Infection Control Regulations with the Infection Control Coordinator Training Program 2020 Get a copy of John’s newest book - the 2020 Edition of The Survey Guide - A Guide to the CMS Conditions for Coverage & Interpretive Guidelines for Ambulatory Surgery Centers  Visit the ASC Podcast with John Goehle Website Benefits of Becoming a Patron Member Purchase John’s Books Go to the ASC Podcast Store See our YouTube Video Channel 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.   Become a member today!

Episode 133 - ASC Podcast with John Goehle - Latest News, Recent Experiences and Visit with Speakers at the New Jersey Meeting - June 13, 2021

On this Special Episode of the ASC Podcast with John Goehle,  we attend the May 2021 New Jersey ASC Association Virtual Conference and visit with Jeffrey Shanton to discuss New Jersey ASC issues and host a roundtable discussion with speakers at the conference.  This episode sponsored by Ambulatory Healthcare Strategies. For more information, email AHS at info@ah-strategies.com or call John Goehle at 585-594-1167. Speaker Contact Information: Matthew Collins - “What every employer needs to know about legal risk of at risk employment” -  Brach Eichler - mcollins@bracheichler.com Monte Goldstein - “Pre-Operative Screening and Testing Virtua, Envision Healthcare MGoldstein@virtua.org; Yomont@outlook.com John Karwoski “Protecting our patients and our employees”JDJ Consulting - john@jdjconsulting.net,  Cori Prisco - “Service Lines made easy”, Hudson Crossing Surgery Center - cori.prisco@hudsoncrossingsc.com Andrew Weiss - “Joint ventures”, Virtua - aweiss2@virtua.org Clair Cerame  - “Embracing Quality Improvement” -  Positive Outcomes Consulting - ccerame@positiveoutcomesqi.com For more information about the New Jersey Association of Ambulatory Surgery Centers, visit their website at https://njaasc.org/ or contact Jeff Shanton at jshanton@jssurgctr.com Other Resources from the ASC Podcast with John Goehle: Register for the ASC Director of Nursing Bootcamp Register for the ASC Administrator’s Bootcamp Listen to the Recording of the Fall 2020 Finance, Accounting and Reimbursement Seminar Make sure you are Compliant with Infection Control Regulations with the Infection Control Coordinator Training Program 2020 Get a copy of John’s newest book - the 2020 Edition of The Survey Guide - A Guide to the CMS Conditions for Coverage & Interpretive Guidelines for Ambulatory Surgery Centers  Visit the ASC Podcast with John Goehle Website Benefits of Becoming a Patron Member Purchase John’s Books Go to the ASC Podcast Store See our YouTube Video Channel 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.   Become a member today!

Episode 132 - ASC Podcast with John Goehle - Special New Jersey ASC Association Episode - June 3, 2021

On this Staff Edition Episode of the ASC Podcast with John Goehle,  we provide an overview of Quality Improvement in the Ambulatory Surgery Center setting and how it affects Staff in an ASC.  This episode sponsored by: Ambulatory Healthcare Strategies Resources from this Episode: Conditions for Coverage:https://www.ecfr.gov/cgi-bin/text-idx?c=ecfr&rgn=div5&view=text&node=42:3.0.1.1.3&idno=42#se42.3.416_150 Interpretive Guidelines for ASCshttps://www.cms.gov/Regulations-and-Guidance/Guidance/Manuals/downloads/som107ap_l_ambulatory.pdf Other Resources from the ASC Podcast with John Goehle: Register for the ASC Director of Nursing Bootcamp Register for the ASC Administrator’s Bootcamp Listen to the Recording of the Fall 2020 Finance, Accounting and Reimbursement Seminar Get a copy of John’s newest book - the 2020 Edition of The Survey Guide - A Guide to the CMS Conditions for Coverage & Interpretive Guidelines for Ambulatory Surgery Centers  Visit the ASC Podcast with John Goehle Website 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.   Become a member today!

Episode 131 - ASC Podcast with John Goehle - Staff Edition - An Introduction to Quality Improvement for Staff Members - May 17, 2021

On this Episode of the ASC Podcast with John Goehle,  we review the latest News and Information, discuss PPP Forgiveness, review the latest on Provider Relief Fund Reporting and in our  Focus Segment, discuss the latest on Infection Control with Laurie Roderiques and Ann Geier.  This episode is sponsored by Ambulatory Healthcare Strategies. For more information, email AHS at info@ah-strategies.com or call John Goehle at 585-594-1167. Resources from this Episode: Provider Relief Fund:Provider Relief Fund reporting requirements - PDF* Provider Relief Fund Reporting Portal Conditions for Coverage:https://www.ecfr.gov/cgi-bin/text-idx?c=ecfr&rgn=div5&view=text&node=42:3.0.1.1.3&idno=42#se42.3.416_150 Interpretive Guidelines for ASCshttps://www.cms.gov/Regulations-and-Guidance/Guidance/Manuals/downloads/som107ap_l_ambulatory.pdf   Other Resources from the ASC Podcast with John Goehle: Register for the ASC Director of Nursing Bootcamp Register for the ASC Administrator’s Bootcamp Listen to the Recording of the Fall 2020 Finance, Accounting and Reimbursement Seminar Make sure you are Compliant with Infection Control Regulations with the Infection Control Coordinator Training Program 2020 Get a copy of John’s newest book - the 2020 Edition of The Survey Guide - A Guide to the CMS Conditions for Coverage & Interpretive Guidelines for Ambulatory Surgery Centers  Visit the ASC Podcast with John Goehle Website Benefits of Becoming a Patron Member Purchase John’s Books Go to the ASC Podcast Store See our YouTube Video Channel 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.   Become a member today!

Episode 130 - ASC Podcast with John Goehle - News and Information, PPP Forgiveness, PRF Reporting and a Focus Segment on Infection Control Updates - May 16, 2021

On this Staff Edition Episode of the ASC Podcast with John Goehle,  we provide an overview of the regulations that govern ambulatory surgery centers.    This episode sponsored by Ambulatory Healthcare Strategies   Resources from this Episode: Conditions for Coverage:https://www.ecfr.gov/cgi-bin/text-idx?c=ecfr&rgn=div5&view=text&node=42:3.0.1.1.3&idno=42#se42.3.416_150 Interpretive Guidelines for ASCshttps://www.cms.gov/Regulations-and-Guidance/Guidance/Manuals/downloads/som107ap_l_ambulatory.pdf Other Resources from the ASC Podcast with John Goehle: Register for the ASC Director of Nursing Bootcamp Register for the ASC Administrator’s Bootcamp Listen to the Recording of the Fall 2020 Finance, Accounting and Reimbursement Seminar Get a copy of John’s newest book - the 2020 Edition of The Survey Guide - A Guide to the CMS Conditions for Coverage & Interpretive Guidelines for Ambulatory Surgery Centers  Visit the ASC Podcast with John Goehle Website 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.   Become a member today!

Episode 129 - ASC Podcast with John Goehle - Staff Edition - ASC Regulations and Standards - An Introduction - April 20, 2021

On this Episode of the ASC Podcast with John Goehle,  we review the latest news, and information for the ASC Industry, discuss COVID-19 Vaccinations, Review Recent Guidance from CMS on Emergency Preparedness and in our focus segment, prepare you for Medicare Quality Reporting in May 2021. This episode sponsored by: Ambulatory Healthcare Strategies Resources from this Episode: Updated Guidance for Emergency Preparedness-Appendix Z of the State Operations Manual (SOM) Memo #QSO-21-15-ALL Summary Burden Reduction Final Rule Interpretive Guidelines: The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) is releasing interpretive guidelines and updates to Appendix Z of the State Operations Manual (SOM) as a result of the revisions of the Medicare and Medicaid Programs; Regulatory Provisions to Promote Program Efficiency, Transparency, and Burden Reduction (CoPs) (CMS 3346-F) Final Rule. • Expanded Guidance related to Emerging Infectious Diseases (EIDs): CMS is also providing additional guidance based on best practices, lessons learned and general recommendations for planning and preparedness for EID outbreaks. https://www.cms.gov/medicareprovider-enrollment-and-certificationsurveycertificationgeninfopolicy-and-memos-states-and/updated-guidance-emergency-preparedness-appendix-z-state-operations-manual-som Medicare Quality Reporting (ASCQR) All data ASCs are responsible for reporting to CMS for 2021 will be submitted through CMS’s website at https://qualitynet.cms.gov/asc/ascqr The deadline for submitting ASCQR Program data is May 17, 2021, due to May 15 falling on a Saturday this year. https://qualitynet.cms.gov/asc/specifications-manuals References: Here is the HARP User Guide: https://qnetconfluence.cms.gov/display/HS/HARP Here is a tutorial on creating an account: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=G1zj8JqxWg4 Here is a tutorial about requesting a user role: https://qnetconfluence.cms.gov/display/HS/HARP Here is a tutorial for the security administrator to approve a user role: https://qnetconfluence.cms.gov/display/HS/HARP Here is a tutorial on how to make changes you you HARP user profile: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLaV7m2-zFKphoCXj7sIx2G1fwMZQQ0EJP Here is a tutorial for clients who have have forgotten their user ID or password: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CXt1lEiARAs&list=PLaV7m2-zFKphoCXj7sIx2G1fwMZQQ0EJP&index=3 Conditions for Coverage: https://www.ecfr.gov/cgi-bin/text-idx?c=ecfr&rgn=div5&view=text&node=42:3.0.1.1.3&idno=42#se42.3.416_150 Interpretive Guidelines for ASCs https://www.cms.gov/Regulations-and-Guidance/Guidance/Manuals/downloads/som107ap_l_ambulatory.pdf   Other Resources from the ASC Podcast with John Goehle: Register for the ASC Director of Nursing Bootcamp Register for the ASC Administrator’s Bootcamp Listen to the Recording of the Fall 2020 Finance, Accounting and Reimbursement Seminar Make sure you are Compliant with Infection Control Regulations with the Infection Control Coordinator Training Program 2020 Get a copy of John’s newest book - the 2020 Edition of The Survey Guide - A Guide to the CMS Conditions for Coverage & Interpretive Guidelines for Ambulatory Surgery Centers  Visit the ASC Podcast with John Goehle Website Benefits of Becoming a Patron Member Purchase John’s Books Go to the ASC Podcast Store See our YouTube Video Channel 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.   Become a member today!

Episode 128 - ASC Podcast with John Goehle - News and Information Update, Encouraging Vaccination, Guidance for Emergency Preparedness and Focus on Medicare Quality Reporting in May - April 18, 2021

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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