--- title: Simplify ASC | Industry Trends, Technology, and News | Thought Leadership description: Thought Leadership | 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/iStock-1284147120%20resize.png) http://www.simplifyasc.com Simplify ASC ![](https://simplifyasc.com/wp-content/themes/simplify/img/favicon/favicon-32x32.png) Jan 25, 2022 8:36:45 PM Simplify ASC [Cybersecurity in the ASC: Working Remotely](https://blog.simplifyasc.com/cybersecurity-in-the-asc-working-remotely) [ASC Software](https://blog.simplifyasc.com/tag/asc-software), [Thought Leadership](https://blog.simplifyasc.com/tag/thought-leadership), [ASC Technology](https://blog.simplifyasc.com/tag/asc-technology), [Cybersecurity](https://blog.simplifyasc.com/tag/cybersecurity) Jan 25, 2022 Working remotely is not a new concept but it is one that has been widely adopted since the start of COVID-19 in 2020. And the trend toward a more remote work environment doesn’t seem to be slowing down (healthcare providers and su \[...\] [Read](https://blog.simplifyasc.com/cybersecurity-in-the-asc-working-remotely) - 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) - 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) - Educational / Industry ![](https://blog.simplifyasc.com/hubfs/Cybersecurity%20Blog%20Awareness%20image.png) http://www.simplifyasc.com Simplify ASC ![](https://simplifyasc.com/wp-content/themes/simplify/img/favicon/favicon-32x32.png) Oct 19, 2021 2:27:44 PM Simplify ASC [Cybersecurity Awareness Month: How to Stay Safe Online](https://blog.simplifyasc.com/how-to-stay-safe-online) [ASC Software](https://blog.simplifyasc.com/tag/asc-software), [Thought Leadership](https://blog.simplifyasc.com/tag/thought-leadership), [ASC Technology](https://blog.simplifyasc.com/tag/asc-technology), [Cybersecurity](https://blog.simplifyasc.com/tag/cybersecurity) Oct 18, 2021 October is Cybersecurity Awareness Month, a national effort to create awareness about the importance of cybersecurity (also called online security). We would like to share some tips with you to help you keep your information priva \[...\] [Read](https://blog.simplifyasc.com/how-to-stay-safe-online) - 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) - Educational / Industry ![](https://blog.simplifyasc.com/hubfs/iStock-1048227408.jpg) http://www.simplifyasc.com Simplify ASC ![](https://simplifyasc.com/wp-content/themes/simplify/img/favicon/favicon-32x32.png) Feb 14, 2022 5:15:59 PM David Howerton [Why We Offer Simplify ASC as a Tech-Enabled Service](https://blog.simplifyasc.com/why-we-offer-simplify-asc-as-a-tech-enabled-service) [Instructional](https://blog.simplifyasc.com/tag/instructional), [Thought Leadership](https://blog.simplifyasc.com/tag/thought-leadership), [ASC Technology](https://blog.simplifyasc.com/tag/asc-technology), [Revenue Cycle Management](https://blog.simplifyasc.com/tag/revenue-cycle-management) Aug 24, 2021 ASC leaders looking to improve their operations and bottom-line results through software or services have various options to evaluate. My advice? Choose wisely because who or what you choose may hinder the improvements sought. By \[...\] [Read](https://blog.simplifyasc.com/why-we-offer-simplify-asc-as-a-tech-enabled-service) - Educational / Industry ![](https://blog.simplifyasc.com/hubfs/iStock-956400244.jpg) http://www.simplifyasc.com Simplify ASC ![](https://simplifyasc.com/wp-content/themes/simplify/img/favicon/favicon-32x32.png) Jul 27, 2021 6:11:17 PM John Cresap [Cybersecurity in the ASC: Phishing](https://blog.simplifyasc.com/cybersecurity-in-the-asc-phishing) [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), [EHR Software](https://blog.simplifyasc.com/tag/ehr-software), [Cybersecurity](https://blog.simplifyasc.com/tag/cybersecurity) Jul 27, 2021 Cybersecurity in 2021 is the hot topic across all platforms and businesses. Companies across the globe are at a constant risk of a breach due to backdoors, bad cybersecurity protocols, poor training, and overall lack of awareness \[...\] [Read](https://blog.simplifyasc.com/cybersecurity-in-the-asc-phishing) - 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) - Lifestyle Content ![](https://blog.simplifyasc.com/hubfs/Istock%20image%20mindfulness%20blog.jpg) http://www.simplifyasc.com Simplify ASC ![](https://simplifyasc.com/wp-content/themes/simplify/img/favicon/favicon-32x32.png) Feb 18, 2021 6:41:24 PM DeeDee Dalke, CPC, CPPM, LMT, NCBTMB [5 Ways ASC Leaders Can Stay Focused and Stress-Free](https://blog.simplifyasc.com/5-ways-asc-leaders-can-stay-focused-and-stress-free) [Thought Leadership](https://blog.simplifyasc.com/tag/thought-leadership), [Nursing Leadership](https://blog.simplifyasc.com/tag/nursing-leadership), [ASC Work/Life Balance](https://blog.simplifyasc.com/tag/asc-work-life-balance), [Lifestyle](https://blog.simplifyasc.com/tag/lifestyle) Feb 18, 2021 What makes a great leader? How do you become an influential leader? According to popular career management site, Mind Tools, by definition: “A great leader creates an inspiring vision of the future. Motivates and inspires people t \[...\] [Read](https://blog.simplifyasc.com/5-ways-asc-leaders-can-stay-focused-and-stress-free) - Educational / Industry ![](https://blog.simplifyasc.com/hubfs/iStock-1248421715.jpg) http://www.simplifyasc.com Simplify ASC ![](https://simplifyasc.com/wp-content/themes/simplify/img/favicon/favicon-32x32.png) Feb 23, 2021 6:13:49 PM DeeDee Dalke, CPC, CPPM, LMT, NCBTMB [In-House vs. Outsourced Billing: A Comparison for ASCs](https://blog.simplifyasc.com/in-house-vs.-outsourced-billing-a-comparison-for-ascs) [Thought Leadership](https://blog.simplifyasc.com/tag/thought-leadership), [ASC Billing](https://blog.simplifyasc.com/tag/asc-billing), [Revenue Cycle Management](https://blog.simplifyasc.com/tag/revenue-cycle-management) Jan 28, 2021 Choosing between in-house and outsourced revenue cycle management (RCM) is a long-standing debate. As an ASC leader, no doubt you have come to recognize that the billing process is the lifeblood of your operation. When it’s workin \[...\] [Read](https://blog.simplifyasc.com/in-house-vs.-outsourced-billing-a-comparison-for-ascs) [Older Posts](https://blog.simplifyasc.com/tag/thought-leadership/page/2) Twitter Feed [Tweets by SimplifyASC](https://twitter.com/SimplifyASC?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) ```json { "@context" : "http://schema.org", "@type" : "Organization", "address" : { "@type" : "PostalAddress", "addressCountry" : "USA", "addressLocality" : "Brentwood", "addressRegion" : "TN", "postalCode" : "37027", "streetAddress" : "100 Westwood Place, Suite 120, " }, "alternateName" : "Simplify ASC", "areaServed" : { "@type" : "GeoCircle", "geoMidpoint" : { "@type" : "GeoCoordinates", "latitude" : "36.0338472", "longitude" : "-86.7986264" }, "geoRadius" : "150 m" }, "description" : "Simplify ASC is the only ASC management platform designed from the ground up to work just the way you do.", "email" : "", "image" : "https://simplifyasc.com/wp-content/themes/simplify/img/favicon/mstile-310x310.png", "logo" : "", "mainEntityOfPage" : { "@id" : "https://blog.simplifyasc.com/tag/thought-leadership", "@type" : "WebPage", "description" : "Thought Leadership | Simplify ASC supports you with a number of content, resources, and industry news pieces to keep you informed. 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