5 Key Takeaways

• 1

  William Wiley, MD, highlighted advocacy as key to recent reimbursement gains for ambulatory surgery centers (ASCs) during the OOSS symposium.

• 2

  The reversal of a projected Medicare payment reduction resulted in a net positive adjustment of approximately 3% for ASCs.

• 3

  Dr. Wiley estimated that the reimbursement change could equate to about $1 million in annual revenue for facilities performing 10,000 procedures.

• 4

  ASCs are essential for clinical practice and innovation in ophthalmology, supporting procedural volume and technology adoption.

• 5

  OOSS is addressing anesthesia staffing challenges and promoting educational outreach to ensure ASCs remain a preferred care site.