Administrator Resources
Governing Body Responsibilities and Compliance

Governing Body Responsibilities and Compliance

Sandra Jones, Ambulatory Strategies Inc.
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Question:

I read an e-newsletter in early May about running more productive ASC board meetings. It addressed strategic planning and what detail may not need to go to the board. I am wondering now if I take too much information to the board.

 
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FAQs on Reporting Data for ASC-9 and ASC-10

FAQs on Reporting Data for ASC-9 and ASC-10

Quality Reporting Center has answers to questions you may have about the endoscopy/colonoscopy surveillance measures: ASC-9 (Appropriate Follow-Up Interval for Normal Colonoscopy in Average Risk Patients) and ASC-10 (Colonoscopy Interval for Patients with a History of Adenomatous Polyps – Avoidance of Inappropriate Use):
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CMS Requrements for Patient Surveys

CMS Requrements for Patient Surveys

By Sandra Jones, CASC, CPHRM, LHRM, CHCQM, FHFMA
Ambulatory Strategies Inc.
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Question:

I heard about a new Medicare requirement for patient surveys. True? And, are there new quality measures CMS is requiring we report this year?

Answer:

The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) requires surgery centers participate in the OAS CAHPS survey beginning January 1, 2018 and you will need to act this year to be ready.
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