Episode 188 - Special Episode - Live from ASCA 2023 - Pre-Conference Discussion - May 17, 2023

Welcome to a special episode of the ASC Podcast with John Goehle. In this episode, Sue and John are joined by the staff of AHS, Cristina Bentin from Coding Compliance Management, and a few of our valued patron members of the podcast. Together, they delve into the pre-conferences and share their expectations for the upcoming ASCA 2023 conference, set to kick off on Thursday in Louisville, Kentucky. Get ready for an insightful discussion on all things ASCA 2023.  We apologize for the sound quality of the recording which was not recorded in our studios and some of the speakers were not close to the microphone.     This episode is sponsored by Surgical Information Systems, triValence and  Ambulatory Healthcare Strategies.   Resources from this Episode: The ASC Association: http:/www.ascassociation.com   Important Resources for ASCs: 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 Infection Control Survey Tool (Used by Surveyors for Infection Control)https://www.cms.gov/Regulations-and-Guidance/Guidance/Manuals/downloads/som107_exhibit_351.pdf 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 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 the ASC Podcast with John Goehle Website ASC Podcast with John Goehle Patron Program Benefits of Becoming a Patron Member 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! The ASC-Central Premium Access Program A Premium Resource for Ambulatory Surgery Centers including access to bootcamps, education programs and private sessions https://asc-central.com/landing/plans/279136 Books by John Goehle Get a copy of John’s most popular book - The Survey Guide - A Guide to the CMS Conditions for Coverage & Interpretive Guidelines for Ambulatory Surgery Centers