Outpatient surgery

Henry Schein Completes Acquisition of Majority Interest of TriMed, Inc.

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Thursday, April 4, 2024
Medical Devices, Health, Dental, Physical Therapy, Managed Care, Partnership, Patient, Foot, Sale, Acquisition, Ankle, MD, ASC, Extremities, Internationalized domain name, Wrist, Outpatient surgery

Henry Schein announced the agreement to acquire a majority interest of TriMed on December 20, 2023.

Key Points: 
  • Henry Schein announced the agreement to acquire a majority interest of TriMed on December 20, 2023.
  • The addition of TriMed will strengthen Henry Schein’s deep and longstanding relationship with existing Integrated Delivery Networks (IDNs) and Ambulatory Surgery Center (ASC) customers by providing a wider range of surgical solutions.
  • This reflects the Company’s strategy to expand the sale of Henry Schein-owned brands to new and existing customers.
  • Henry Schein expects the transaction to be neutral to 2024 non-GAAP earnings per share and accretive thereafter.

SYNERGEN Health Strengthens ASC Offering with Director of Revenue Cycle Consulting

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Tuesday, March 26, 2024
Consulting, Data Management, Practice Management, Technology, Professional Services, Health, Payments, Health Technology, Data Analytics, Hospitals, Surgery, Organization, Abdominal ultrasonography, Entrepreneurship, Partner (business rank), Smith, University, MBA, ASC, Grand Canyon University, Colorado State University, Social work, Outpatient surgery, Management

SYNERGEN Health , an industry-leading provider of technology-enabled revenue cycle services and solutions for healthcare organizations, today announced the addition of Patricia Smith as Director of Revenue Cycle Consulting.

Key Points: 
  • SYNERGEN Health , an industry-leading provider of technology-enabled revenue cycle services and solutions for healthcare organizations, today announced the addition of Patricia Smith as Director of Revenue Cycle Consulting.
  • Smith brings more than 25 years of experience in healthcare revenue cycle management and Ambulatory Surgery Center (ASC) operations .
  • SYNERGEN’s holistic approach to ASC revenue cycle management addresses everything from process optimization to AI-driven denial management.
  • To learn more about SYNERGEN Health and its revenue cycle technology solutions and services, visit www.synergenhealth.com or follow us at @SYNERGENHealthLLC on LinkedIn.

Abra Health Group Expands Reach In New Jersey with Grand Opening of New Dental and Pediatric Primary Care Offices in Newark

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Wednesday, February 14, 2024
Health, Medical Devices, Other Health, Managed Care, Dental, General Health, Biotechnology, Multimedia, Dental care, Patient, Outpatient surgery, Health insurance

Abra Health Group, a leading dental support and medical support organization, proudly announces the grand opening of its newest offices in Newark, NJ.

Key Points: 
  • Abra Health Group, a leading dental support and medical support organization, proudly announces the grand opening of its newest offices in Newark, NJ.
  • Abra Dental, the dental division of Abra Health Group, and Abra Health, its pediatric primary care division, are now open at 223 Bloomfield Ave, Newark, NJ.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240214605525/en/
    The Abra Health / Abra Dental facility is located at the corner of Bloomfield Ave and Highland Ave near Branch Brook park in Newark, NJ.
  • (Photo: Business Wire)
    Strategically positioned near Branch Brook Park, the new and third Abra Dental office in Newark offers comprehensive dental and orthodontic care for patients of all ages, while Abra Health provides pediatric primary care services.

Zimmer Biomet Showcases Latest Innovations Across Comprehensive Portfolio at AAOS 2024 Annual Meeting

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Monday, February 12, 2024
ASC, Shoulder, Zimmer Biomet, Rotation, Surgeon, Standard of care, ROSA, Fatigue, Outpatient surgery, Knee, Robotics, AAOS, Tibia, American Academy

WARSAW, Ind., Feb. 12, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Zimmer Biomet Holdings, Inc. (NYSE and SIX: ZBH), a global medical technology leader, today announced that it is showcasing the latest innovations across its product portfolio at the 2024 annual meeting of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS) this week in San Francisco. During the meeting, the company will display its forthcoming ROSA® Robotics application for shoulder replacement,* which is pending 510(k) clearance, and provide hands-on demonstrations of key growth drivers including Persona® OsseoTi® Keel Tibia for cementless knee replacement, ROSA® Robotics (ROSA Knee and ROSA Hip), Ambulatory Surgery Center (ASC) Solutions, as well as recently launched surgical tools including HAMMR™ Automatic Hip Impaction System, and the ViVi® Surgical Helmet System.

Key Points: 
  • "Every year, the annual AAOS meeting gives us an opportunity to not only demonstrate the breadth and diversity of our portfolio, but also shine a spotlight on the bold and meaningful innovations that transform clinical care, improve the surgical experience, and give us a differentiated competitive advantage," said Mark Bezjak, President of the Americas at Zimmer Biomet.
  • ZBEdge™ Dynamic Intelligence™ : Elevates and unlocks the full potential of Zimmer Biomet's cutting-edge digital, robotic and implant solutions.
  • In addition, the company will provide updates on its ASC strategy, partnerships and comprehensive portfolio.
  • For more information about Zimmer Biomet events at AAOS 2024, visit http://www.zimmerbiomet.com/academy2024 .

NVISION Continues Expansion in Texas with Parkhurst NuVision Joint Venture

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Thursday, January 18, 2024
Health, Optical, Surgery, Optometry, Intraocular lens, Philosophy, Patient, Ophthalmology, RLE, NVISION, Outpatient surgery, Contact, EVO, Partnership, Patient First, SMILE, Joint venture, FDA, Nvision, Surgeon, PNV, Growth

NVISION Eye Centers, a national leader in eye care services, is proud to announce its continued expansion in Texas with a new Joint Venture partnership with Parkhurst NuVision in San Antonio and New Braunfels.

Key Points: 
  • NVISION Eye Centers, a national leader in eye care services, is proud to announce its continued expansion in Texas with a new Joint Venture partnership with Parkhurst NuVision in San Antonio and New Braunfels.
  • Parkhurst NuVision (PNV) was founded in 2013 by Dr. Gregory Parkhurst.
  • NVision’s unique Joint Venture model is very different from private equity funds because at its core lies physician leadership along with substantial equity and influence.
  • “We are thrilled to partner with Dr. Parkhurst and the Parkhurst NuVision team,” said Chris Karkenny, CEO of NVISION.

Winners Announced ImageFIRST’s HeroesFIRST Contest, Honoring Healthcare Heroes

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Thursday, November 9, 2023
Health care, Wound healing, Heroes, Contest, Nicklaus Children's Hospital, GA, Hero, Safety, Patient, Outpatient surgery, Nursing, Hotel

King of Prussia, PA, Nov. 09, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- ImageFIRST, the largest national provider of linen, laundry, and safety and hygiene services, announced the winners of their 3rd Annual HeroesFIRST Contest – where ImageFIRST associates recognize exceptional Healthcare Heroes who go above and beyond to positively impact the lives of their patients.

Key Points: 
  • King of Prussia, PA, Nov. 09, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- ImageFIRST, the largest national provider of linen, laundry, and safety and hygiene services, announced the winners of their 3rd Annual HeroesFIRST Contest – where ImageFIRST associates recognize exceptional Healthcare Heroes who go above and beyond to positively impact the lives of their patients.
  • After receiving over 480 nominations from the ImageFIRST Service Team, 9 Healthcare Heroes were chosen as finalists.
  • Following the nationwide vote, the Heroes that received the most votes will be awarded a cash prize, totaling $15,000.
  • I would also like to thank my colleagues and everyone who has played a role in my HeroesFIRST nomination.

Valencia Technologies Corporation announced today that the Department of Health and Human Services, Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), published the 2024 Medicare Hospital Outpatient Prospective Payment and Ambulatory Surgical Center Payment

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Tuesday, November 7, 2023
Patient, FDA, ASC, Health, Ambulatory Surgery Center Association, Medicare, OAB, The Final Rule, PMA, United, AMA, Addendum, Quality of life, Leg, APC, Physician, Safety, CPT, Outpatient surgery, Hospital, Urinary incontinence, CMS

VALENCIA, Calif., Nov. 7, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- As outlined in the 2024 Medicare Program: HOPPS and ASC Payment Systems Final Rule, CMS has confirmed that new Category III CPT code 0816T for reporting the eCoin system implantable tibial nerve stimulation procedure across all service locations has been assigned to Medicare Hospital Outpatient Prospective Payment System Ambulatory Payment Classification (APC) 5464 beginning CY'24. In the hospital outpatient site of service, APC 5464 has been assigned a Medicare unadjusted, national average payment rate of US$20,865, as referenced in Addendums A and B of the Final Rule. 

Key Points: 
  • Furthermore, CPT code 0816T describing the eCoin system procedure has been categorized as device-intensive by CMS.
  • This categorization ensures a more comprehensive Medicare payment in the Ambulatory Surgery Center (ASC) in comparison to procedures not deemed device-intensive.
  • Ann Decker, VP of Reimbursement for Valencia Technologies, commented, "The payment Rules for Hospital outpatient (HOPPS) and Ambulatory Surgery Center (ASC) by CMS are a testament to the constructive discussions between Valencia Technologies and CMS.
  • Patients are encouraged to visit Valencia's patient website at www.eCoin.us for more information about this novel therapy for UUI.

LuskinOIC Receives Historic $500,000 Grant from The Ahmanson Foundation, Largest Donation to Date

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Tuesday, October 24, 2023
Children, Physical Therapy, Health, Philanthropy, General Health, Medical Devices, Hospitals, Surgery, Fund Raising, Foundation, Consumer, Ambulatory Surgery Center Association, Ahmanson, Trauma, University of Maryland Rehabilitation & Orthopaedic Institute, Rehabilitation, Injury, Extremities, CT, AlterG, Patient, Outpatient surgery, Nursing

Luskin Orthopaedic Institute for Children (LuskinOIC), a leading community organization committed to excellence in pediatric orthopaedics, is thrilled to announce it has received a historic $500,000 grant from The Ahmanson Foundation.

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  • Luskin Orthopaedic Institute for Children (LuskinOIC), a leading community organization committed to excellence in pediatric orthopaedics, is thrilled to announce it has received a historic $500,000 grant from The Ahmanson Foundation.
  • The Ahmanson Foundation grant will fund urgent facility improvements in the outpatient medical building that houses the Ambulatory Surgery Center.
  • “We are profoundly grateful for The Ahmanson Foundation’s unwavering support,” said LuskinOIC CEO and President, Dr. Anthony Scaduto.
  • We remain profoundly grateful to The Ahmanson Foundation.”
    The Ahmanson Foundation Fracture Center opened in 2020 on LuskinOIC’s downtown campus.

SurgNet Health Partners, Inc. Announces Initial Acquisitions, Executive Ambulatory Surgery Center and Lippy Surgery Center

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Tuesday, October 24, 2023
Practice Management, Optical, Finance, Surgery, General Health, Health, Professional Services, Business, ASC, Abdominal ultrasonography, Acquisition, Entrepreneurship, De novo, Partnership, Freedom, Hospital, Patient, Outpatient surgery, Nursing, Ophthalmology, Dearborn

SurgNet Health Partners, Inc. (SurgNet) , a Nashville-based Ambulatory Surgery Center (ASC) development and management company, announced the acquisitions of Executive Ambulatory Surgery Center and Lippy Surgery Center, within 45 days of funding.

Key Points: 
  • SurgNet Health Partners, Inc. (SurgNet) , a Nashville-based Ambulatory Surgery Center (ASC) development and management company, announced the acquisitions of Executive Ambulatory Surgery Center and Lippy Surgery Center, within 45 days of funding.
  • Executive Ambulatory Surgery Center (Dearborn, Michigan) provides a multitude of surgical services to patients in the community, without requiring extended hospitalization post-surgery.
  • Their commitment to excellence in healthcare and service to patients and providers is evident in every interaction,” said Samer Suleiman, Administrator, Executive Ambulatory Surgery Center.
  • Lippy Surgery Center (Warren, Ohio) provides medical and surgical Otolaryngology services to pediatric and adult patients and Ophthalmology surgical services.

eClinicalWorks and healow Announce $900 Million in Projected Revenue and Significant Investment in AI

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Friday, October 20, 2023
Apps, Applications, Technology, Hospitals, Software, Practice Management, Other Health, Health, Data Management, Artificial Intelligence, ASC, ChatGPT, MD, Med-Peds, Multimedia, RCM, V12, PRISMA, Machine learning, Hospital, Probability, EHR, AI, Immunology, Outpatient surgery, Customer service, Medical device, Copper

eClinicalWorks® , the largest ambulatory cloud EHR, and healow® , a comprehensive, EHR-agnostic, cloud-based platform, today announced its revenue and customer base growth.

Key Points: 
  • eClinicalWorks® , the largest ambulatory cloud EHR, and healow® , a comprehensive, EHR-agnostic, cloud-based platform, today announced its revenue and customer base growth.
  • For 2023, eClinicalWorks and healow project a record $900 million in revenue compared to $800 million in 2022. eClinicalWorks also reports a rapid increase in providers to more than 180,000.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20231020562650/en/
    With over 10,000 customers on eClinicalWorks V12 — the first multidimensional EHR — eClinicalWorks and healow continue to provide healthcare organizations nationwide with cloud-based and data-driven solutions and revolutionary AI solutions.
  • eClinicalWorks continues to invest heavily in AI in the following areas:
    Integration of ChatGPT and generative AI to work within the EHR to increase efficiency and effectiveness.