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ASCA Audio Update

Hosted by Ambulatory Surgery Center Association (ASCA) · health · EN-US · 43 episodes

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About this Podcast:

A quick audio update of issues and events affecting the surgery center community

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Questions about ASCA Audio Update

Who hosts ASCA Audio Update?

ASCA Audio Update is hosted by Ambulatory Surgery Center Association (ASCA). The show has published 43 episodes to date.

What has ASCA Audio Update covered recently?

Recent episodes include "ASCA Benchmarking: Redesigned and Better than Ever" (13 April 2026, 7 minutes), "Analysis of CMS’ 2026 Medicare Physician Fee Schedule Final Rule" (6 November 2025, 9 minutes), and "ASCA CEO Addresses the Government Shutdown" (10 October 2025, 6 minutes).

How often does ASCA Audio Update publish?

ASCA Audio Update publishes roughly monthly, with episodes averaging 7 minutes across 43 episodes.

How hard is it to get booked on ASCA Audio Update?

Booking probability for ASCA Audio Update is 40%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. ASCA Audio Update requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. ASCA Audio Update's contact route on record: verified email.

Who should pitch ASCA Audio Update?

The strongest fits for ASCA Audio Update are Outpatient Clinics. ASCA Audio Update has a health audience.

About the host

Ambulatory Surgery Center Association (ASCA) hosts ASCA Audio Update, a health show with 43 episodes published.

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Recent episodes

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  • ASCA Audio Update

    ASCA Benchmarking: Redesigned and Better than Ever

    Apr 13, 20267 min

    Tune in to this audio update to hear ASCA CEO Bill Prentice describe the total remaking of ASCA’s Clinical & Operational Benchmarking Survey into what is now simply called ASCA Benchmarking . Bill discusses the decision...

  • ASCA Audio Update

    Analysis of CMS’ 2026 Medicare Physician Fee Schedule Final Rule

    Nov 6, 20259 min

    In this audio update, ASCA Associate Director of Public & Regulatory Affairs Alex Taira summarizes key elements of the 2026 Medicare Physician Fee Schedule (MPFS) final rule. While the MPFS does not directly affect ASC...

  • ASCA Audio Update

    ASCA CEO Addresses the Government Shutdown

    Oct 10, 20256 min

    In this audio update, ASCA Chief Executive Officer Bill Prentice explains the impasse that led to the federal government shutdown, its impact on Medicare reimbursements and administration, and the health policy issues...

  • ASCA Audio Update

    Member Appreciation Week, Membership Renewal & More

    Aug 15, 20254 min

    On this week’s audio update, ASCA Associate Director of Membership & Business Development Mykal Cox joins host Charlie Leonard for a discussion about the benefits of ASCA membership. Mykal offers a sneak peek of Member...

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    Capping Medicare Copay Fees for ASC Procedures

    May 13, 20256 min

    On this week’s audio update, ASCA Director of Government Affairs Stephen Abresch discusses new federal legislation that would substantially benefit ASCs and their Medicare patients. Currently, when a Medicare...

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    ASCA’s 10 Under 40 Honors Program

    Mar 31, 20255 min

    On this week’s audio update, ASCA Editor in Chief Sahely Mukerji talks about ASCA’s new 10 Under 40 Honors program . This program recognizes rising stars under the age of 40 who are making waves in their facilities and...

  • ASCA Audio Update

    Site Neutrality Payment Proposal a Threat to Hospitals, ASCs

    Feb 19, 202510 min

    On this week’s audio update, ASCA Director of Government Affairs Stephen Abresch discusses Indiana HB 1003 , a state legislative proposal that could reduce reimbursements for certain surgical procedures to the physician...

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    New ASCA Member Benefits for 2025

    Feb 3, 20255 min

    On this week’s audio update, ASCA Meetings Director Shawn Bryant discusses new ASCA member education benefits for 2025. Starting this year, ASCA membership includes ASCA’s entire suite of virtual education. ASCA members...

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    Celebrating a Legacy: Kay Tucker Reflects on 30 Years with ASCA

    Dec 17, 202413 min

    On this very special audio update, ASCA CEO Bill Prentice talks with ASCA Director of Communications Kay Tucker about her retirement at the end of December. Kay has had an almost 30-year affiliation with ASCA, beginning...

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    ASCA Benefits in 2025

    Nov 25, 20245 min

    On this week’s audio update, ASCA Associate Director of Membership & Business Development Mykal Cox and ASCA Director of Meetings Shawn Bryant provide important information regarding ASCA membership for 2025 and details...

  • ASCA Audio Update

    Post-Election Outlook

    Nov 18, 20246 min

    On this week’s audio update, ASCA CEO Bill Prentice provides a preliminary look at the challenges and opportunities for ASCs in the new Congress and administration. Considering the announcement of several administration...

  • ASCA Audio Update

    Congress to Consider Fix for Medicare Physician Payment Cuts

    Nov 4, 20245 min

    On this week’s audio update, ASCA Regulatory Policy & Research Manager Alex Taira talks about the financial impact that rulemaking at the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) has on physicians who care for...

  • ASCA Audio Update

    ASCA Responds to CMS’ Prior Authorization Project for ASCs

    Oct 29, 20248 min

    On this week’s audio update, ASCA Chief Advocacy Officer Kara Newbury provides an important update about the prior authorization project for ASCs announced by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) in...

  • ASCA Audio Update

    ASCA CEO Addresses Current IV Solutions Shortage

    Oct 15, 20245 min

    On this week’s audio update, ASCA CEO Bill Prentice discusses the current shortage of IV fluids affecting healthcare providers across the country, including surgery centers. Bill discusses the recovery efforts being...

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    ASCA Board Member Jon Van Valkenburg Offers Insights into Orthopedic Procedures in ASCs

    Oct 7, 202411 min

    On this week’s audio update, Jon Van Valkenburg, executive director of Upstate Orthopedics Ambulatory Surgery Center in East Syracuse, New York, and a member of the ASCA Board, provides a 360-degree look at the...

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    ASCA President Mark Wainner Participates in White House Healthcare Summit

    Sep 23, 20247 min

    On this week’s audio update, ASCA President Mark Wainner talks about attending a recent White House summit aimed at improving patient and workforce safety across the US healthcare system. The summit brought together...

  • ASCA Audio Update

    ASCA Submits Formal Comments on Medicare’s 2025 Proposed Payment Rule

    Sep 16, 202413 min

    On this week’s audio update, ASCA CEO Bill Prentice and ASCA Chief Advocacy Officer Kara Newbury discuss the association’s recent submission to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) regarding the 2025...

  • ASCA Audio Update

    ASCA Comments on Proposed 2025 Physician Fee Schedule

    Sep 9, 20247 min

    On this week’s audio update, ASCA Regulatory Policy & Research Manager Alex Taira summarizes key elements of comments ASCA recently submitted to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) regarding the agency’s...

  • ASCA Audio Update

    ASC News Roundup

    Sep 3, 20244 min

    This week’s recording provides an update on the 2025 proposed payment rule for ASCs; information about early registration for the ASCA 2025 Conference & Expo in Denver, Colorado; important news about ASCA membership...

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    Association Governance with Colin Rorrie, PhD

    Aug 26, 20246 min

    On this week’s audio update, Colin Rorrie, PhD, ASCA’s senior governance and leadership adviser, discusses the attributes that make for good governance and association stewardship. He extols the importance of member...

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