---
title: Simplify ASC | Industry Trends, Technology, and News | ASC Operations
description: ASC Operations | Simplify ASC supports you with a number of content, resources, and industry news pieces to keep you informed. Read our latest take on what you need to know about the technology, trends, and policies shaping ASCs.
---

# Blog

 Our latest take on what you need to know about the trends and insights shaping ASCs.

Categories

- [All](https://blog.simplifyasc.com)
- [ASC Operations](https://blog.simplifyasc.com/topic/asc-operations)
- [Practice Management Systems](https://blog.simplifyasc.com/topic/practice-management-systems)
- [ASC Technology](https://blog.simplifyasc.com/topic/asc-technology)
- [ASC Software](https://blog.simplifyasc.com/topic/asc-software)
- [Thought Leadership](https://blog.simplifyasc.com/topic/thought-leadership)
- [ASC Billing](https://blog.simplifyasc.com/topic/asc-billing)
- [ASC Regulations](https://blog.simplifyasc.com/topic/asc-regulations)
- [Nursing Leadership](https://blog.simplifyasc.com/topic/nursing-leadership)
- [Digital Patient Chart (EHR)](https://blog.simplifyasc.com/topic/digital-patient-chart-ehr)
- [Simplify ASC Platform](https://blog.simplifyasc.com/topic/simplify-asc-platform)
- [ASC Reporting](https://blog.simplifyasc.com/topic/asc-reporting)
- [EHR Software](https://blog.simplifyasc.com/topic/ehr-software)
- [Revenue Cycle Management](https://blog.simplifyasc.com/topic/revenue-cycle-management)
- [EMR Software](https://blog.simplifyasc.com/topic/emr-software)
- [Lifestyle](https://blog.simplifyasc.com/topic/lifestyle)
- [ASC Time Management](https://blog.simplifyasc.com/topic/asc-time-management)
- [Patient Safety](https://blog.simplifyasc.com/topic/patient-safety)
- [ASC Work/Life Balance](https://blog.simplifyasc.com/topic/asc-work-life-balance)
- [ASC Safety](https://blog.simplifyasc.com/topic/asc-safety)
- [Cybersecurity](https://blog.simplifyasc.com/topic/cybersecurity)
- [Events](https://blog.simplifyasc.com/topic/events)
- [Instructional](https://blog.simplifyasc.com/topic/instructional)
- [Success Stories](https://blog.simplifyasc.com/topic/success-stories)
- [21st Century Cures Act](https://blog.simplifyasc.com/topic/21st-century-cures-act)
- [ASC Coding](https://blog.simplifyasc.com/topic/asc-coding)
- [ASC Patient Satisfaction](https://blog.simplifyasc.com/topic/asc-patient-satisfaction)
- [ASC Scheduling](https://blog.simplifyasc.com/topic/asc-scheduling)
- [Information Blocking](https://blog.simplifyasc.com/topic/information-blocking)

- Educational / Industry

![](https://blog.simplifyasc.com/hubfs/5%20tips%20image.png) http://www.simplifyasc.com Simplify ASC ![](https://simplifyasc.com/wp-content/themes/simplify/img/favicon/favicon-32x32.png) Jan 12, 2022 5:13:12 PM Simplify ASC

[5 Insider Tips to Buying the Best Software for Your ASC](https://blog.simplifyasc.com/5-insider-tips-to-buying-the-best-software-for-your-asc)

[EMR Software](https://blog.simplifyasc.com/tag/emr-software), [ASC Software](https://blog.simplifyasc.com/tag/asc-software), [Instructional](https://blog.simplifyasc.com/tag/instructional), [Thought Leadership](https://blog.simplifyasc.com/tag/thought-leadership), [Practice Management Systems](https://blog.simplifyasc.com/tag/practice-management-systems), [ASC Technology](https://blog.simplifyasc.com/tag/asc-technology), [ASC Operations](https://blog.simplifyasc.com/tag/asc-operations), [Nursing Leadership](https://blog.simplifyasc.com/tag/nursing-leadership), [ASC Reporting](https://blog.simplifyasc.com/tag/asc-reporting)

 Jan 12, 2022

 One of the most important decisions you will make on behalf of your surgery center is deciding which software to implement in order to improve your business. To many folks, just the thought of implementing software beckons an onse \[...\]

[Read](https://blog.simplifyasc.com/5-insider-tips-to-buying-the-best-software-for-your-asc) 

<https://blog.simplifyasc.com/5-insider-tips-to-buying-the-best-software-for-your-asc>

- Educational / Industry

![](https://blog.simplifyasc.com/hubfs/MARTA%20BLOG%20-%20NOv%20Image-2.png) http://www.simplifyasc.com Simplify ASC ![](https://simplifyasc.com/wp-content/themes/simplify/img/favicon/favicon-32x32.png) Nov 18, 2021 5:28:15 PM Marta Shultz

[What You Need to Know: CMS Final Rule Released](https://blog.simplifyasc.com/cms-final-rule-released-november-2-2021-what-you-need-to-know)

[Instructional](https://blog.simplifyasc.com/tag/instructional), [Thought Leadership](https://blog.simplifyasc.com/tag/thought-leadership), [Patient Safety](https://blog.simplifyasc.com/tag/patient-safety), [ASC Regulations](https://blog.simplifyasc.com/tag/asc-regulations), [ASC Operations](https://blog.simplifyasc.com/tag/asc-operations), [Nursing Leadership](https://blog.simplifyasc.com/tag/nursing-leadership)

 Nov 18, 2021

 This year’s final rule has more changes than usual and all areas of healthcare have been impacted. The ASC changes are listed below along with links for more information.

[Read](https://blog.simplifyasc.com/cms-final-rule-released-november-2-2021-what-you-need-to-know) 

<https://blog.simplifyasc.com/cms-final-rule-released-november-2-2021-what-you-need-to-know>

- Educational / Industry

![](https://blog.simplifyasc.com/hubfs/iStock-1336139577%20crop.png) http://www.simplifyasc.com Simplify ASC ![](https://simplifyasc.com/wp-content/themes/simplify/img/favicon/favicon-32x32.png) Oct 14, 2021 7:09:19 PM David Howerton

[6 Ways to Reduce Employee Turnover in Your ASC](https://blog.simplifyasc.com/6-ways-to-reduce-employee-turnover-in-your-asc)

[Thought Leadership](https://blog.simplifyasc.com/tag/thought-leadership), [ASC Operations](https://blog.simplifyasc.com/tag/asc-operations), [Nursing Leadership](https://blog.simplifyasc.com/tag/nursing-leadership), [ASC Work/Life Balance](https://blog.simplifyasc.com/tag/asc-work-life-balance)

 Sep 20, 2021

 Good help is hard to find. In case you hadn’t heard, we are in the midst of what has been coined the Great Resignation. Large numbers of potential employees are in the process of re-evaluating their careers and the amount of time \[...\]

[Read](https://blog.simplifyasc.com/6-ways-to-reduce-employee-turnover-in-your-asc) 

<https://blog.simplifyasc.com/6-ways-to-reduce-employee-turnover-in-your-asc>

- Instructional

![](https://blog.simplifyasc.com/hubfs/iStock-927809262.jpg) http://www.simplifyasc.com Simplify ASC ![](https://simplifyasc.com/wp-content/themes/simplify/img/favicon/favicon-32x32.png) Jul 14, 2021 6:09:02 PM Travis Prill

[3 Keys to a Successful EHR Implementation](https://blog.simplifyasc.com/3-keys-to-a-successful-ehr-implementation)

[EMR Software](https://blog.simplifyasc.com/tag/emr-software), [ASC Software](https://blog.simplifyasc.com/tag/asc-software), [ASC Operations](https://blog.simplifyasc.com/tag/asc-operations), [Digital Patient Chart (EHR)](https://blog.simplifyasc.com/tag/digital-patient-chart-ehr), [EHR Software](https://blog.simplifyasc.com/tag/ehr-software)

 Jul 9, 2021

 Congratulations! So you have made the decision to switch to a paperless surgery center or upgrade your existing EHR. That is a big decision, and one you won't regret (provided you have done the upfront research to choose the right \[...\]

[Read](https://blog.simplifyasc.com/3-keys-to-a-successful-ehr-implementation) 

<https://blog.simplifyasc.com/3-keys-to-a-successful-ehr-implementation>

- Educational / Industry

![](https://blog.simplifyasc.com/hubfs/iStock-1200687180.jpg) http://www.simplifyasc.com Simplify ASC ![](https://simplifyasc.com/wp-content/themes/simplify/img/favicon/favicon-32x32.png) Jul 6, 2021 4:21:49 PM Marta Shultz

[Staying Away from Risk-y Business](https://blog.simplifyasc.com/staying-away-from-risk-y-business)

[Practice Management Systems](https://blog.simplifyasc.com/tag/practice-management-systems), [Patient Safety](https://blog.simplifyasc.com/tag/patient-safety), [ASC Regulations](https://blog.simplifyasc.com/tag/asc-regulations), [ASC Operations](https://blog.simplifyasc.com/tag/asc-operations), [ASC Safety](https://blog.simplifyasc.com/tag/asc-safety)

 Jul 6, 2021

 Ambulatory Surgery Centers have long been considered safer than hospitals by most that work at an ASC and probably by the general public. In part that is because the types of procedures performed at ASCs tend to have a lower risk \[...\]

[Read](https://blog.simplifyasc.com/staying-away-from-risk-y-business) 

<https://blog.simplifyasc.com/staying-away-from-risk-y-business>

- Instructional

![](https://blog.simplifyasc.com/hubfs/iStock-1044227492.jpg) http://www.simplifyasc.com Simplify ASC ![](https://simplifyasc.com/wp-content/themes/simplify/img/favicon/favicon-32x32.png) May 20, 2021 3:55:09 PM DeeDee Dalke, CPC, CPPM, LMT, NCBTMB

[7 Annoying Manual Tasks in an ASC (and How to Get Rid of Them)](https://blog.simplifyasc.com/7-annoying-manual-tasks-in-an-asc-and-how-to-get-rid-of-them)

[EMR Software](https://blog.simplifyasc.com/tag/emr-software), [ASC Software](https://blog.simplifyasc.com/tag/asc-software), [Practice Management Systems](https://blog.simplifyasc.com/tag/practice-management-systems), [ASC Technology](https://blog.simplifyasc.com/tag/asc-technology), [ASC Operations](https://blog.simplifyasc.com/tag/asc-operations), [Digital Patient Chart (EHR)](https://blog.simplifyasc.com/tag/digital-patient-chart-ehr), [ASC Billing](https://blog.simplifyasc.com/tag/asc-billing), [ASC Reporting](https://blog.simplifyasc.com/tag/asc-reporting), [Revenue Cycle Management](https://blog.simplifyasc.com/tag/revenue-cycle-management)

 May 20, 2021

 Ugh! It always seems like there is some workaround that we do to get through our day. Ambulatory Surgery Center operations are no exception. At first, we complain about the extra work because we absolutely hate it. Then, over time \[...\]

[Read](https://blog.simplifyasc.com/7-annoying-manual-tasks-in-an-asc-and-how-to-get-rid-of-them) 

<https://blog.simplifyasc.com/7-annoying-manual-tasks-in-an-asc-and-how-to-get-rid-of-them>

- Instructional

![](https://blog.simplifyasc.com/hubfs/Choosing%20the%20Partner%20Image.jpg) http://www.simplifyasc.com Simplify ASC ![](https://simplifyasc.com/wp-content/themes/simplify/img/favicon/favicon-32x32.png) Jun 29, 2021 7:59:39 PM David Howerton

[Choosing the Right Partner Enables Your ASC to Maximize Cash Collections](https://blog.simplifyasc.com/choosing-the-right-partner-enables-your-asc-to-maximize-cash-collections)

[ASC Software](https://blog.simplifyasc.com/tag/asc-software), [Practice Management Systems](https://blog.simplifyasc.com/tag/practice-management-systems), [ASC Technology](https://blog.simplifyasc.com/tag/asc-technology), [ASC Operations](https://blog.simplifyasc.com/tag/asc-operations), [Digital Patient Chart (EHR)](https://blog.simplifyasc.com/tag/digital-patient-chart-ehr), [EHR Software](https://blog.simplifyasc.com/tag/ehr-software), [ASC Billing](https://blog.simplifyasc.com/tag/asc-billing), [Revenue Cycle Management](https://blog.simplifyasc.com/tag/revenue-cycle-management)

 May 7, 2021

 Choosing to outsource your revenue cycle management (RCM) -- or any other critical part of your workflow for that matter -- is an important decision for any ASC. But how do you ensure that you select the right vendor partner? At S \[...\]

[Read](https://blog.simplifyasc.com/choosing-the-right-partner-enables-your-asc-to-maximize-cash-collections) 

<https://blog.simplifyasc.com/choosing-the-right-partner-enables-your-asc-to-maximize-cash-collections>

- Instructional

![](https://blog.simplifyasc.com/hubfs/iStock-157593960.jpg) http://www.simplifyasc.com Simplify ASC ![](https://simplifyasc.com/wp-content/themes/simplify/img/favicon/favicon-32x32.png) Mar 21, 2021 5:32:22 PM DeeDee Dalke, CPC, CPPM, LMT, NCBTMB

[A Guide to Maximizing ASC Revenue](https://blog.simplifyasc.com/a-guide-to-maximizing-asc-revenue)

[EMR Software](https://blog.simplifyasc.com/tag/emr-software), [ASC Software](https://blog.simplifyasc.com/tag/asc-software), [Practice Management Systems](https://blog.simplifyasc.com/tag/practice-management-systems), [ASC Technology](https://blog.simplifyasc.com/tag/asc-technology), [Simplify ASC Platform](https://blog.simplifyasc.com/tag/simplify-asc-platform), [ASC Operations](https://blog.simplifyasc.com/tag/asc-operations), [Digital Patient Chart (EHR)](https://blog.simplifyasc.com/tag/digital-patient-chart-ehr), [EHR Software](https://blog.simplifyasc.com/tag/ehr-software), [ASC Billing](https://blog.simplifyasc.com/tag/asc-billing), [ASC Reporting](https://blog.simplifyasc.com/tag/asc-reporting), [Revenue Cycle Management](https://blog.simplifyasc.com/tag/revenue-cycle-management)

 Mar 19, 2021

 Now more than ever, ASCs are under pressure to remain profitable while continuing to provide a safe, surgical environment for both patients and staff. The COVID-19 pandemic required almost all ASCs to implement new processes and r \[...\]

[Read](https://blog.simplifyasc.com/a-guide-to-maximizing-asc-revenue) 

<https://blog.simplifyasc.com/a-guide-to-maximizing-asc-revenue>

- Instructional

![](https://blog.simplifyasc.com/hubfs/iStock-174231065.jpg) http://www.simplifyasc.com Simplify ASC ![](https://simplifyasc.com/wp-content/themes/simplify/img/favicon/favicon-32x32.png) May 20, 2021 3:52:11 PM David Howerton

[9 Tips for Running a More Successful ASC](https://blog.simplifyasc.com/9-tips-for-running-a-more-successful-asc)

[ASC Software](https://blog.simplifyasc.com/tag/asc-software), [Thought Leadership](https://blog.simplifyasc.com/tag/thought-leadership), [Practice Management Systems](https://blog.simplifyasc.com/tag/practice-management-systems), [ASC Technology](https://blog.simplifyasc.com/tag/asc-technology), [ASC Operations](https://blog.simplifyasc.com/tag/asc-operations), [Digital Patient Chart (EHR)](https://blog.simplifyasc.com/tag/digital-patient-chart-ehr), [ASC Billing](https://blog.simplifyasc.com/tag/asc-billing), [ASC Reporting](https://blog.simplifyasc.com/tag/asc-reporting)

 Feb 23, 2021

 "Successful people do what unsuccessful people are not willing to do. Don't wish it were easier; wish you were better." -- Jim Rohn Running a surgery center draws upon a broad yet diverse set of clinical, technical, operational an \[...\]

[Read](https://blog.simplifyasc.com/9-tips-for-running-a-more-successful-asc) 

<https://blog.simplifyasc.com/9-tips-for-running-a-more-successful-asc>

- Lifestyle Content

![](https://blog.simplifyasc.com/hubfs/jacqueline-kelly-PeUJyoylfe4-unsplash.jpg) http://www.simplifyasc.com Simplify ASC ![](https://simplifyasc.com/wp-content/themes/simplify/img/favicon/favicon-32x32.png) Dec 18, 2019 9:49:01 PM DeeDee Dalke, CPC, CPPM, LMT, NCBTMB

[What New ASC Administrators Need to Know: Advice from Industry Pros](https://blog.simplifyasc.com/what-new-asc-administrators-need-to-know-advice-from-industry-pros)

[ASC Operations](https://blog.simplifyasc.com/tag/asc-operations), [Nursing Leadership](https://blog.simplifyasc.com/tag/nursing-leadership), [ASC Billing](https://blog.simplifyasc.com/tag/asc-billing), [ASC Time Management](https://blog.simplifyasc.com/tag/asc-time-management), [ASC Reporting](https://blog.simplifyasc.com/tag/asc-reporting)

 Dec 18, 2019

 When it comes to operating a high performing, profitable surgery center, there’s a mountain of resources to guide newly minted ASC administrators through the ins and outs of their role. From CE courses through nurse.com, to webina \[...\]

[Read](https://blog.simplifyasc.com/what-new-asc-administrators-need-to-know-advice-from-industry-pros) 

<https://blog.simplifyasc.com/what-new-asc-administrators-need-to-know-advice-from-industry-pros>

[Older Posts](https://blog.simplifyasc.com/tag/asc-operations/page/2)

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