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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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June 10, 2026Episode 2951 hr 13 min

Episode 279 - Glove Shortages, Survey Experiences, Artificial Intelligence in ASCs and Interview with Mat Giladi with AmbuSun - June 9, 2026

In this episode of the ASC Podcast with John Goehle we discuss the latest news in the ASC industry, recent survey experiences, Glove Shortages and we continue our year-long series on Artificial Intelligence with an interview with Mat Giladi at AmbuSun. This episode is sponsored by Surgical Information Systems, RFX Solutions, Medserve and Ambulatory Healthcare Strategies. Notes and Resources from this Episode: CHAT CPR Article from Medical Life Sciences News https://www.news-medical.net/news/20260519/ChatCPR-system-shows-promise-for-improving-emergency-cardiac-arrest-response.aspx ASC Quality Collaboration: ASC Safety & Quality Assessment: https://ascquality.org/asc-safety-quality-assessment/ Flyer for the Assessment: https://www.dropbox.com/scl/fi/l038sdgdmsu33ub7ujm8v/ASC-Safety-Quality-Assessment-Flyer-2026.pdf?rlkey=au3vzvt62hs4zmifroufq6do9&dl=0 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: 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 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 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

June 5, 2026Episode 29455 min

Episode 278 - Latest News and Information, ASCA 2026, Cardiac Ablations, Anthem Policy and Interview with ASCQC - June 4, 2026

In this episode of the ASC Podcast with John Goehle we discuss the latest news in the ASC industry, recent survey experiences, debrief from ASCA 2026, review the new Anthem policy on out of network providers, discuss Cardiac Ablations in the ASC environment and in our focus segment interview Becky Ziegler-Otis Assistant Executive Director at the ASC Quality Collaboration. This episode is sponsored by Surgical Information Systems, RFX Solutions, Medserve and Ambulatory Healthcare Strategies. Notes and Resources from this Episode: ASC News- May 11, 2026 - Anthem Expands Out of Network Policy: https://ascnews.com/2026/05/hospitals-take-aim-at-anthem-as-insurer-expands-out-of-network-policy-whats-at-stake-for-ascs/?spMailingID=198771&puid=4098726&E=4098726&utm_source=newsletter&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=198771 ASC News - May 27th - Cardiac Ablations Moving to ASC’s https://ascnews.com/2026/05/this-is-better-for-patients-doctor-details-advocacy-push-best-practices-for-cardiac-ablations-in-ascs/?spMailingID=201106&puid=4098726&E=4098726&utm_source=newsletter&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=201106 ASC Quality Collaboration: Website: https://ascquality.org/ 4th Quarter Quality Report: https://ascquality.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/ASC-Quality-Collaboration-Quality-Report-Fourth-Quarter-2025.pdf ASC Safety & Quality Assessment: https://ascquality.org/asc-safety-quality-assessment/ Flyer for the Assessment: https://www.dropbox.com/scl/fi/l038sdgdmsu33ub7ujm8v/ASC-Safety-Quality-Assessment-Flyer-2026.pdf?rlkey=au3vzvt62hs4zmifroufq6do9&dl=0 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: 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 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 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

May 27, 2026Episode 2931 hr 18 min

Episode 277 - Live From the 2026 NJAASC Conference in Somerset NJon May 6-7, 2026 - May 25, 2026

In this Special Episode of the ASC Podcast with John Goehle recorded live from the New Jersey Association of Ambulatory Surgery Center’s 2026 Annual Conference in Somerset New Jersey on May 6-7, 2026, we interview some of the speakers and discuss recent activities for the association and 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: The New Jersey Association of Ambulatory Surgery Centers https://njaasc.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 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: 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 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 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

May 18, 2026Episode 29234 min

Episode 276 - Live From ASCA 2026 in National Harbor Washington DC - Day Three - May 15, 2026

In this Episode of the ASC Podcast with John Goehle recorded live from ASCA 2026 at National Harbor in Washington DC the staff of Ambulatory Healthcare Strategies and the Podcast, and some of our clients and listeners gathered to talk at the end of the first two days of the conference to talk about the conference and their experience. This episode is sponsored by Surgical Information Systems, RFX Solutions, Medserve and Ambulatory Healthcare Strategies. Notes and Resources from this Episode: ASCA https://www.ascassociation.org/home Announcing our upcoming Administrator’s bootcamp - May 26-29 For More Information, go to: https://conferences.asc-central.com/bootcamps/ 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: 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 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 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

May 15, 2026Episode 29141 min

Episode 275 - Live From ASCA 2026 in National Harbor Washington DC - Day Two - May 14, 2026

In this Episode of the ASC Podcast with John Goehle recorded live from ASCA 2026 at National Harbor in Washington DC the staff of Ambulatory Healthcare Strategies and the Podcast, and some of our clients and listeners gathered to talk about the first full day of the conference, issues that they see in the ASC Industry, and their experience so far at ASCA 2026. This episode is sponsored by Surgical Information Systems, RFX Solutions, Medserve and Ambulatory Healthcare Strategies. Notes and Resources from this Episode: ASCA https://www.ascassociation.org/home DocBuddy https://docbuddy.com/ TriValence https://trivalence.com/ Announcing our upcoming Administrator’s bootcamp - May 26-29 For More Information, go to: https://conferences.asc-central.com/bootcamps/ 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: 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 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 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

May 14, 2026Episode 29021 min

Episode 274 - Live From ASCA 2026 in National Harbor Washington DC - Day One - May 13, 2026

In this Episode of the ASC Podcast with John Goehle recorded live from ASCA 2026 at National Harbor in Washington DC 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 conferences and what we hope to hear while we are at ASCA 2026. This episode is sponsored by Surgical Information Systems, RFX Solutions, Medserve and Ambulatory Healthcare Strategies. Notes and Resources from this Episode: Announcing our upcoming Administrator’s bootcamp - May 26-29 For More Information, go to: https://conferences.asc-central.com/bootcamps/ 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: 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 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 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

May 1, 2026Episode 28944 min

Episode 273 - Recent News, Supply Storage, CON Changes, Fire Extinguishers, and Focus on Deemed Status Suspensions- April 30, 2026

In this episode of the ASC Podcast with John Goehle, we discuss the latest news and information including Prior Authorization changes, a recent lawsuit related to billing, CON Changes, Fire Extinguisher Requirements, Medication management of High Alert Medications with Reversal Agents, and Supply Storage outside of the ASC. In our focus segment, we will discuss a recent Quality Safety & Oversight memo clarifying the roles of Accrediting Organizations and State Survey Agencies when an ASC’s deemed status is temporarily removed. This episode is sponsored by Surgical Information Systems, RFX Solutions, Medserve and Ambulatory Healthcare Strategies. Notes and Resources from this Episode: Announcing our upcoming Administrator’s bootcamp - May 26-29 For More Information, go to: https://conferences.asc-central.com/bootcamps/ Ambulatory Surgery Center News - April 21 Article About Prior Authorization: https://ascnews.com/2026/04/unitedhealth-group-defends-prior-auth-doubles-down-on-value-based-care-strategy/?spMailingID=195484&puid=4098726&E=4098726&utm_source=newsletter&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=195484 Maine CON Law Changes - April 24th ASC Focus https://www.ascfocus.org/ascfocus/content/articles-content/articles/2026/digital-debut/maine-eases-certificate-of-need-requirements?utm_medium=email&utm_source=Act-On+Software&utm_content=email&utm_term=Maine%20Eases%20Certificate%20of%20Need%20Requirements&utm_campaign=Maine%20Eases%20Certificate%20of%20Need%20Requirements&cm_mmc=Act-On%20Software-_-email-_-Maine%20Eases%20Certificate%20of%20Need%20Requirements-_-Maine%20Eases%20Certificate%20of%20Need%20Requirements ASC News- April 22, 2026 by Robert Holly https://ascnews.com/2026/04/allstate-accuses-surgery-partners-florida-ascs-of-fraudulent-billing-scheme/?spMailingID=195484&puid=4098726&E=4098726&utm_source=newsletter&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=195484 QSO 18-12-Deemed Providers/Suppliers REVISED Clarification of the Accrediting Organizations (AOs) Role when a Provider or Suppliers Deemed Status has been Temporarily Removed https://www.cms.gov/medicare/provider-enrollment-and-certification/surveycertificationgeninfo/policy-and-memos-to-states-and-regions-items/qso-18-12 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: 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 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 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

April 2, 2026Episode 2881 hr 7 min

Episode 272 - Latest News and Information, Tech Hazards, AHA RQI program and Interview with Michelle Coalson with DNV - March 31, 2026

In this episode of the ASC Podcast with John Goehle, we discuss the latest news, review top technology hazards, review AORN guidance on double gloving, discuss the new RQI program from the American Heart Association, provide an update on survey finding trends, and in our focus segment, continue our Accreditation Organization Series with an interview with Michelle Coalson from DNV. This episode is sponsored by Surgical Information Systems, RFX Solutions, Medserve and Ambulatory Healthcare Strategies. Notes and Resources from this Episode: Job Growth in Healthcare from Health Leaders Media: https://www.healthleadersmedia.com/ceo/healthcare-drives-72-job-growth-november Beckers ASC Review from Dec 29th https://www.beckersasc.com/leadership/inside-leapfrog-recognized-asc-where-staff-arent-scared-of-surveyors/?origin=ASCE&utm_source=ASCE&utm_medium=email&utm_content=newsletter&oly_enc_id=0573H1191845C8E ECRI Top 10 health Tech Hazards for 2026 (Periop Leader Network) https://www.periopleader.com/briefs/ecri-lists-its-top-10-health-technology-hazards-for-2026/?utm_source=omeda&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=ormam+eletter&oly_enc_id=3914G8504789C8H AORN Position on Double Gloving https://aornjournal.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1002/aorn.14447?mkt_tok=NTQ1LUtDUC0xNjMAAAGex4IC1AFZFI75mpy1pATj6O8lReaLjRiNTr26ffM3gP_eNuVwBDOetc0X-kMkCajRSKRJS7dkozVbeXovvdDBC25EHihs7fHhT6DzC66kRXzb DNV Website: NIAHO® accreditation for ambulatory surgical centers Announcing our upcoming Bootcamps! Director of Nursing Bootcamp April 7-10 Administrator’s bootcamp - May 26-29 For More Information, go to: https://conferences.asc-central.com/bootcamps/ 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: 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 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 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

March 12, 2026Episode 2871 hr 24 min

Episode 271 - Latest News and Information, Regulatory Impact on ASCs, Required DOT Training, and Interview with Noel Adachi with AAAHC - March 10, 2026

In this episode of the ASC Podcast with John Goehle, we discuss the latest news and information, review the regulatory impact over the past year on ASCs, discuss required Department of Transportation Training related to Regulated Medical Waste and in our focus segment, continue our Accreditation Organization Series with an interview with Noel Adachi, Chief Executive Officer for the Accreditation Association for Ambulatory Health Care (AAAHC). This episode is sponsored by Surgical Information Systems, RFX Solutions, Medserve and Ambulatory Healthcare Strategies. Notes and Resources from this Episode: Beckers ASC Review 10 Biggest Disruptions to ASC’s https://www.beckersasc.com/asc-news/the-10-biggest-disruptions-to-ascs-to-prepare-for-in-2026/?origin=ASCE&utm_source=ASCE&utm_medium=email&utm_content=newsletter&oly_enc_id=5567B4088734C3Z From Beckers ASC Review - The ASC Policy Whiplash https://www.beckersasc.com/asc-coding-billing-and-collections/the-asc-policy-whiplash/?origin=ASCE&utm_source=ASCE&utm_medium=email&utm_content=newsletter&oly_enc_id=5567B4088734C3Z The Accreditation Association for Ambulatory Healthcare (AAAHC) https://www.aaahc.org/ Announcing our upcoming Bootcamps! Director of Nursing Bootcamp April 7-10 Administrator’s bootcamp - May 26-29 For More Information, go to: https://conferences.asc-central.com/bootcamps/ 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: 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 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 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

February 24, 2026Episode 2861 hr 4 min

Episode 270 - Weather Issues, Strike Update, Upcoming Bootcamps and Focus on AI with Mat Giladi from AmbuSun - February 23, 2026

In this episode of the ASC Podcast with John Goehle, we discuss the impact of recent weather events, provide an update on the New York City Nurses strike and how it could impact ASCs, introduce our upcoming Director of Nursing and Administrators Bootcamps, and in our focus segment begin our year-long deep dive into artificial intelligence with Mat Giladi from Ambusun. This episode is sponsored by Surgical Information Systems, RFX Solutions, Medserve and Ambulatory Healthcare Strategies. Notes and Resources from this Episode: Announcing our upcoming Bootcamps! Director of Nursing Bootcamp April 7-10 Administrator’s bootcamp - May 26-29 For More Information, go to: https://conferences.asc-central.com/bootcamps/ ASC Central: 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: 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 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 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