The Outpatient Ophthalmic Surgery Society (OOSS) is the only professional organization dedicated exclusively to advancing the interests of ophthalmic-driven ambulatory surgery centers (ASCs) and the patients they serve. OOSS is committed to promoting the highest standards of patient care, safety, and operational excellence within an increasingly complex environment shaped by evolving technologies and regulatory requirements.
As the leading voice for ophthalmic ASCs in Washington, DC, OOSS advocates before Congress and federal agencies to ensure all ophthalmic services are eligible for Medicare facility reimbursement; promote fair, reasonable, and sustainable facility payment policies; and influence the development of effective, evidence-based regulations. In partnership with members and industry stakeholders, OOSS supports strategies that enhance patient and physician experience, drive operational performance, and enable long-term growth.
OOSS membership includes full access programs, resources, and assets designed for ASC physician-owners, administrators, clinical leaders, and staff. The organization is strengthened by industry partners who share a commitment to advancing the ophthalmic ASC community.
OOSS Advocacy in Action
OOSS advocacy delivers measurable results. The 2026 legislative and regulatory cycle is a clear example of the society’s impact:
- Successfully led a national campaign to reverse a proposed 4.7% reduction by Medicare in cataract facility fees reimbursement—securing instead a 3.3% increase over 2025 rates, marking the 26th consecutive year of payment increases for ASC-based cataract surgery. Simply stated, each cataract facility fee for 2026 generated an incremental $100 vs the proposed rule, an 8% difference.
- Advanced efforts to increase reimbursement for intracameral drugs used during ophthalmic procedures.
- Actively advocating for appropriate reimbursement of next-generation intraocular lens technologies.
- Opposed the implementation of burdensome and unnecessary ASC quality reporting measures.
- Continued multiyear efforts to prevent Medicare reimbursement for office-based cataract surgery, protecting patient safety, and site-of-service integrity.
The Society’s Foundation
For more than 44 years, OOSS has been guided by 4 core pillars:
- Advocacy: Leadership in Washington, DC, and collaboration with key ophthalmic and ASC organizations
- Analytics: Comprehensive benchmarking tools and data to inform clinical and business decision-making
- Education: High-impact learning through live, virtual, and on-demand programming
- Communication: Strategic engagement with members and industry partners to share insights and drive alignment
Membership Benefits
OOSS membership provides exclusive access to resources designed to strengthen performance, inform strategy, and connect leaders across the ophthalmic ASC community.
- Signature Programs and Events: OOSS Symposium Luncheons at ASCRS and AAO national meetings; ASC leadership programs at the Caribbean Eye Meeting; live and virtual educational events throughout the year
- Data, Benchmarking, and Intelligence: Comprehensive clinical and business benchmarking tools; national and regional salary surveys; participation in and access to industry-leading studies
- Education and On-Demand Learning: OOSS OnDemand library with recorded meetings, webinars, and podcasts; timely programming addressing emerging trends and challenges
- Expert Access and Peer Collaboration: OOSS Talk: real-time peer-to-peer communication; OOSS Connections: mentoring and networking opportunities; direct access to ASC experts and consultants
- Financial and Operational Value: EyeProGPO: ophthalmology-specific group purchasing program; preferred vendor pricing and discounts on products, education programs, and events
- Communications and Insights: Regular Washington Updates; biweekly OOSS News updates; exclusive member insights and analysis; subscription to The Ophthalmic ASC
- Leadership and Professional Growth: Opportunities to serve in leadership roles across the physician and administrative tracks; priority access to networking—both in-person and virtual
Membership Investment
Annual dues are based on the ASC’s annual surgical volume. For ASCs that perform more than 1,000 cases, dues are $3,000 annually. For ASCs that perform fewer than 1,000 cases, dues are $1,750 annually.
Join OOSS
OOSS is the only organization singularly focused on the success of ophthalmic ASCs. Membership ensures your organization has the advocacy, intelligence, and community it needs to navigate change and thrive in a competitive health care landscape. Join today and strengthen your voice, your strategy, and your results. Contact the OOSS executive team with questions or for support. OASC
Diane Blanck
Executive Director
Dblanck@ooss.org
Michael Romansky, JD
Washington Counsel
Mromansky@ooss.org
Carrie Jacobs, COE
Director of Member Programs
cjacobs@ooss.org
Todd Albertz, CASC
Director of Analytics and Intelligence
Talbertz@ooss.org
