California Ambulatory Surgery Association

CASA Federal Advocacy Update - 2026 Midyear Review: What's Happening Now and What It Means for Your ASC

Fri, 05 Jun 2026

A lot is moving at the federal level - and it is directly affecting California ASCs.
Bip...

Keeping California Informed! - CASA Advocacy and Legislative Update

Wed, 03 Jun 2026

Prepared by the CASA Legislative Advocacy Team.
This legislative update highlights key de...

Important I-9 Update - CASA Keeping California ASCs Informed

Thu, 07 May 2026

As part of CASA’s ongoing commitment to keeping California ASCs informed and prepared, we wanted ...

CASA 2026 Salary Survey-OPEN - California Isn’t One Market—Your Data Shouldn’t Be Either.

Thu, 16 Apr 2026

CASA’s 2026 Salary Survey is now open, built specifically for ASC administrators who need Califor...

CASA Benchmarking is Open for Q1 2026

Mon, 06 Apr 2026

Benchmarking is one of the most powerful tools an Ambulatory Surgery Center has to drive measurab...

CASA Award for ASC Excellence

Mon, 06 Apr 2026

This is your opportunity to showcase the outstanding work happening within your surgery center an...

DWC Posts Adjustments to Official Medical Fee Schedule (Hospital Outpatient Departments/Ambulatory Surgical Centers) Now Updated on the CASA Website.

Wed, 18 Feb 2026

The Division of Workers’ Compensation (DWC) has posted an order adjusting the Hospital Outpatient...

CASA 2026 Key Dates, Deadlines & Member Updates

Mon, 09 Feb 2026

As we begin 2026, CASA is actively planning and coordinating initiatives to strengthen support fo...

CMS UPDATES FOR DECEMBER 2025

Fri, 12 Dec 2025

CASA's overview of CMS changes that impact many of our ASC's: The Centers for Medicare & Medicai...

🦠 CASA's 2025 Infection Prevention Seminar Series begins in 8 days! - A truly dynamic and informative education series!

Mon, 03 Nov 2025

CASA’s annual Infection Prevention Seminar Series is designed specifically for Ambulatory Surgery...

2025 Legislative Update for CASA Members

Thu, 30 Oct 2025

The 2025 legislative session concluded on September 13th, and October 13th was the last day for G...

DWC Posts Fee Schedule Adjustments for ASCs - CASA Conference 2026 - Call for Speakers

Wed, 19 Nov 2025

The Division of Workers’ Compensation (DWC) has posted an order adjusting the Hospital Outpatient...

CASA Monitoring Impacts of Government Shutdown on Surgery Centers - CASA’s Annual Infection Prevention Seminar – Don’t Miss Out!

Mon, 06 Oct 2025

As of October 1, the federal government has officially shut down following Congress's failure to ...

CASA Members Take Part in ASCA’s National Advocacy Day

Mon, 06 Oct 2025

On September 15–16, 2025, 16 representatives from the California Ambulatory Surgery Association (...

CMS Prior Authorization Demonstration Project Launches December 15 - California Among 10 States Selected for Participation

Mon, 06 Oct 2025

The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) has announced the launch of a five-year Prior ...

More Procedures, Bigger Opportunities, Greater Risk: The ASC Outlook Under the 2026 CMS Proposed Rule - A Message from CASA Sponsor Surgical Information Systems

Sat, 13 Sep 2025

By: Nate Kiely, Chief Strategy Officer, Surgical Information Systems
The 2026 CMS Proposed...

CASA Annual Business Meeting Highlights Leadership, Legacy, and a Vision for the Future - Meet Your CASA Board

Thu, 11 Sep 2025

The Annual CASA Business Meeting took place on September 4, 2024, bringing together key leaders t...

CASA Conference Wraps Up in San Diego, Delivering Educational Excellence

Mon, 08 Sep 2025

The CASA Conference wrapped up on Friday after a week of education, networking, and collaboration...

CASA Conference 2025: Advocacy Front and Center

Mon, 08 Sep 2025

The CASA Conference in San Diego continued with a timely and insightful session on California and...

CASA Annual Conference 2025 Kicks Off in San Diego

Mon, 08 Sep 2025

CASA’s Annual Conference opened this week at the Sheraton San Diego with a packed ballroom and an...

CASA 2025 Board Elections

Tue, 09 Sep 2025

The 2025 CASA Conference is quickly approaching, September 3-5, 2025, at the Sheraton San Diego R...

Celebrate National ASC Month with CASA

Thu, 14 Aug 2025

This August, CASA joins the nationwide celebration of National ASC Month. This is a time to recog...

Call for 2025 CASA Board Nominations - Submit Your Interest by August 13, 2025

Wed, 13 Aug 2025

Make your voice heard and help shape the future of California’s ambulatory surgery centers! CASA ...

CASA Employment Lifecycle Webinar Series - Next Live Session Thursday, August 7, 2025

Thu, 31 Jul 2025

As an ASC administrator, your HR responsibilities play a critical role in fostering a thriving wo...

CASA Members in Action - Senator Tim Grayson Tours Sequoia Surgical Pavilion

Wed, 13 Aug 2025

On July 24, 2025, Senator Tim Grayson toured Sequoia Surgical Pavilion. Clinical Director, Amand...

CASA Conference 2025 - September 3-5th - Accreditation Friday

Wed, 13 Aug 2025

The CASA Conference is September 3-5, 2025, in San Diego, California, at the Sheraton San Diego R...

CASA Hosting CASC Exam in September - Still Time To Apply – Deadline is July 31, 2025

Wed, 13 Aug 2025

Call for 2025 CASA Board Nominations - Submit Your Interest by August 13, 2025

Thu, 17 Jul 2025

Make your voice heard and help shape the future of California’s ambulatory surgery centers! CASA ...

CMS Releases 2026 Proposed Payment Rule – Major Wins for ASCs

Thu, 17 Jul 2025

The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) has released the 2026 Proposed Payment Rule fo...

ASC Guidance for U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) Visits

Mon, 14 Jul 2025

In today’s complex healthcare and regulatory environment, it’s essential for Ambulatory Surgery C...

DWC Posts Adjustments to Official Medical Fee Schedule (Hospital Outpatient Departments/Ambulatory Surgical Centers)

Tue, 08 Jul 2025

The Division of Workers’ Compensation (DWC) has posted an order adjusting the Hospital Outpatient...

Call for 2025 CASA Board Nominations - Submit Your Interest by August 13, 2025

Tue, 08 Jul 2025

Make your voice heard and help shape the future of California’s ambulatory surgery centers! CASA ...

CASA Announces New Executive Director

Tue, 01 Jul 2025

After an extensive and thoughtful search, the CASA Board of Directors is excited to share with ou...

Updates from Sacramento: CASA Advocacy Continues as Legislative and Budget Negotiations Advance

Mon, 30 Jun 2025

We’ve reached a key transition point in California’s legislative session – but there’s still much...

Important June Deadlines - CASA ASC Excellence Award and CASC Certification Discount end June 30th

Wed, 25 Jun 2025

CASA has some great opportunities for our members. Make sure you take advantage before the June ...

New Disclosure Language Required in 2025 - ASCs should update medical debt contracts by July 1, 2025

Fri, 20 Jun 2025

Last year Governor Newsom signed SB 1061 (Limon) into law. It amended the California Civil Code t...

CASA Celebrates Pride Month - Member Spotlight - Dr. Robert Elsen

Wed, 18 Jun 2025

This Pride Month, CASA honors the LGBTQ+ professionals who have helped shape California’s ambulat...

Important June Deadlines - CASA ASC Excellence Award and CASC Certification Discount end June 30th

Wed, 18 Jun 2025

CASA has some great opportunities for our members. Make sure you take advantage before the June ...

CASA Conference 2025 - September 3-5th - Accreditation Friday

Tue, 20 May 2025

The CASA Conference is September 3-5, 2025, in San Diego, California, at the Sheraton San Diego R...

CASA Celebrates Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) Heritage Month

Thu, 15 May 2025

Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) Heritage Month offers an opportunity to honor, celebra...

CASA Benchmarking and CMS Quality Measures Deadline – May 15, 2025

Mon, 12 May 2025

Now is the perfect time to ensure your center is participating in the CASA Benchmarking Program! ...

CASA Hosting CASC Exam in September - BASC Offering Special Early Bird Discount for Exam

Mon, 12 May 2025

CASA is excited to offer ASC professionals the opportunity to earn the prestigious Certified Admi...

CASA Celebrates Mental Health Awareness Month

Mon, 12 May 2025

At CASA, we understand the critical role mental health plays in both our personal and professiona...

CASA Holds Annual Summit with ASC and Health Plan Leaders to Explore Strategies for Expanded Utilization of ASCs to Deliver Safe, High-Quality Patient Care

Tue, 15 Apr 2025

The California Ambulatory Surgery Association (CASA) hosted its Annual Summit from April 1-3, bri...

CASA Celebrates Women's History Month - Profile of CASA President-Elect Carrie Millsap

Mon, 31 Mar 2025

As we close out March and Women’s History Month, we wanted to share some insights from one of CAS...

CASA Executive Director Beth LaBouyer Announces Retirement

Fri, 28 Mar 2025

It is with mixed emotions that we share the news of Beth LaBouyer’s upcoming retirement as Execut...

CASA Members in Action

Fri, 21 Mar 2025

On March 14th, Assemblymember Dawn Addis (representing California’s 30th Assembly District) and h...

CASA Celebrates Women’s History Month - CASA Member Profile - Lisa Cooper

Thu, 06 Mar 2025

March is Women’s History Month—a time to recognize the important contributions of women in health...

CASA Legislative Update 3.5.25

Thu, 06 Mar 2025

In California, the legislative process is in the beginning stages of what is a long two-year sess...

CASA 2025 Salary Survey and Employment Lifecycle Webinar Series

Tue, 04 Mar 2025

It is that time of year to submit your information for the annual CASA Salary Survey. Each year, ...

DWC Posts Fee Schedule Adjustments for Hospital Outpatient Departments / Ambulatory Surgical Centers

Sun, 01 Feb 2026

The Division of Workers’ Compensation (DWC) has posted adjustments to the Hospital Outpatient Dep...

CASA Celebrates Black History Month - Member Spotlight - Sarah Sterling and Maisha Alexander

Mon, 24 Feb 2025

At CASA we continue to recognize Black History Month and celebrate the significant contributions ...

CASA Hosting CASC Exam in September

Wed, 19 Feb 2025

CASA is excited to offer ASC professionals the opportunity to earn the prestigious Certified Admi...

CASA Celebrates Black History Month - Member Spotlight - Dr. Martina Randall

Mon, 17 Feb 2025

Black History Month provides an opportunity to celebrate the significant contributions of Black m...

ASC Community Support Alternatives to PAIN Act - Take the CASA Opioid-Sparing Pledge

Thu, 13 Feb 2025

A bipartisan group of lawmakers has reintroduced the Alternatives to Prevent Addiction in the Nat...

Resilience in the Face of Fires: How Ambulatory Surgery Centers Survived and Supported Patients and Communities During the Recent Los Angeles Wildfires

Wed, 29 Jan 2025

In the face of the recent wildfires that destroyed many communities throughout the Los Angeles ar...

CASA Board Advocates for ASCs at the State Capitol

Wed, 29 Jan 2025

On January 25, 2025, CASA Board members met with key California legislators to highlight the vita...

Enhance Your HR Expertise with CASA’s Employment Lifecycle Webinar Series - First Session Approaching Soon - Don't Miss Out!!

Wed, 29 Jan 2025

As an ASC administrator, your HR responsibilities play a critical role in fostering a thriving wo...

CASA Member Update - Fires, Budget News and Legislative Look-Ahead

Tue, 14 Jan 2025

The recent wildfires in Los Angeles County have caused many ASCs to face temporary closures due t...

Enhance Your HR Expertise with CASA’s Employment Lifecycle Webinar Series

Tue, 14 Jan 2025

As an ASC administrator, your HR responsibilities play a critical role in fostering a thriving wo...

Important Dates for CASA Members in 2025 - Make sure to update your Calendar!

Thu, 01 Jan 2026

Below are some important opportunities, including a timeline that California ASCs should be incor...

CASA Members in Action

Thu, 12 Dec 2024

On November 14, 2024, Senator Roger Niello (R-Fair Oaks) toured the Folsom Sierra Endoscopy Cente...

CA Pulse - Start of the Legislative Session -December 2024 - McGuireWoods Consulting - CASA Legislative Advocates

Thu, 12 Dec 2024

On Monday, December 2, 2024, the California State Legislature convened for the start of the 2025-...

Boost Your Team with CASA’s Perioperative 101 Discount!

Thu, 12 Dec 2024

Staffing remains a top priority for CASA members. That’s why CASA has partnered with AORN to offe...

Celebrating Veterans Day - Member Spotlight - Thomas Parra

Thu, 07 Nov 2024

On this year’s Veterans Day, we express great appreciation to all those who have served our Natio...

CASA Advocacy Update – October 2024

Sun, 20 Oct 2024

The two-year 2023/20424 legislative session for California has come to a close – the deadline for...

CDPH AFL Addressing IV Solution Shortage

Sun, 20 Oct 2024

AFL 24-24 Intravenous (IV) Solution Shortage due to Hurricane Helene is now available. This AFL n...

IV Fluid Shortage

Fri, 04 Oct 2024

A Baxter International facility in North Carolina damaged by the hurricane has halted production,...

SB 525 Minimum Wage for Healthcare Workers to Go Into Effect This October

Thu, 03 Oct 2024

This past spring, Governor Newsom signed legislation extending the implementation of SB 525. Thi...

Governor Newsom Vetoes AB 3129 (Wood)

Thu, 03 Oct 2024

On September 28, 2024, Governor Newsom vetoed AB 3129 (Wood), a decision that protects thousands ...

CASA’s Annual Infection Prevention Seminar – Don’t Miss Out! - Register Today and Secure Your Spot at the Early-Bird Discount Rate!

Thu, 03 Oct 2024

Infection prevention remains a top priority for CMS ambulatory surgery center surveys, and now mo...

Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month - Profile of CASA Member Sylvia Uriarte, Business Office Manager, Central Coast Surgery Center

Wed, 25 Sep 2024

The dates for celebrating National Hispanic Heritage Month (September 15th through October 15th) ...

CDPH Issues AFL Addressing CRNA Requirements

Tue, 17 Sep 2024

On September 6, 2024, the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) released an All Facilitie...

Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month - Profile of CASA Member Cindy Vasquez, Center Administrator

Mon, 16 Sep 2024

National Hispanic Heritage Month is celebrated each year from September 15th through October 15th...

CASA Awards 20 ASCs with the CASA Award for ASC Excellence - Sequoia Surgical Pavilion Honored with the CASA ASC of the Year Award

Mon, 16 Sep 2024

On Thursday, September 5, 2024, CASA revealed the recipients of the 2024 CASA Award for ASC Excel...

2024 Call for CASA Board Nominations - Operations Survey Deadline Extended

Wed, 17 Jul 2024

CASA Annual Board elections will be held this September at the CASA Annual Conference. There are ...

DWC Posts Adjustments to Official Medical Fee Schedule (Hospital Outpatient Departments/Ambulatory Surgical Centers) - CASA Benchmarking Open for 2024 1st Quarter Data Entry

Tue, 02 Jul 2024

The Division of Workers’ Compensation (DWC) has posted an order adjusting the Hospital Outpatient...

2024 Call for CASA Board Nominations

Tue, 02 Jul 2024

CASA Annual Board elections will be held this September at the CASA Annual Conference. There are ...

Governor and Legislature Announce Budget Agreement Over the Weekend - Healthcare Minimum Wage Delayed Until October

Mon, 24 Jun 2024

Gov. Gavin Newsom and Democratic lawmakers made a budget agreement this past Saturday. The deal ...

CASA Launches Operations Survey - Make sure your center participates

Fri, 21 Jun 2024

Navigating the day-to-day operations in a surgery center can be difficult. CASA is launching an ...

CASA Board Advocates for ASCs in Sacramento

Fri, 14 Jun 2024

On June 3rd and 4th, 2024, the CASA Board met with legislators in Sacramento to discuss the impo...

Celebrating Pride Month

Mon, 10 Jun 2024

June is Pride Month, a time dedicated to celebrating and advocating for the LGBTQ+ community. ASC...

Governor Newsom Extends Minimum Wage Implementation by One Month

Mon, 10 Jun 2024

On May 31, 2024, Governor Newsom signed an extension of SB 525 implementation from June 1, 2024 t...

Honoring Memorial Day - Veteran Spotlight - Chris Wilson, MD, LTC(Ret), US Army

Wed, 22 May 2024

This Memorial Day, let us honor veterans and active duty military by sharing resources focused on...

CASA Celebrates Mental Health Awareness Month

Wed, 08 May 2024

May is Mental Health Month, dedicated to prioritizing our well-being and promoting open conversat...

CASA Benchmarking and CMS Quality Measures Deadlines Approaching

Wed, 08 May 2024

The CASA Benchmarking will close for data entry on May 15, 2024. This is the same deadline date ...

Check Out CASA's Upcoming Webinars!

Thu, 25 Apr 2024

Have you trained your ASC staff to address an active shooter situation? Are you wondering how to...

CASA Members in Action

Tue, 23 Apr 2024

On Friday, April 19, 2024, Assemblymember Mia Bonta (D-Oakland) toured the Surgery Center of Alta...

CASA PAC - Urgent Call for Member Participation!

Thu, 25 Apr 2024

We recently reported CASA’s commitment to a more robust advocacy program. We need your help! The ...

CASA Advocacy Update – Protecting and Promoting the ASC Industry

Thu, 04 Apr 2024

Healthcare in California is changing – with new policies, political pressures, legislative mandat...

DWC Posts Adjustments to Official Medical Fee Schedule (Hospital Outpatient Departments/Ambulatory Surgical Centers) - OAS CAHPS - Get Ahead of the Curve Webinar tomorrow - Have you Registered?

Thu, 04 Apr 2024

The Division of Workers’ Compensation (DWC) has posted an order adjusting the Hospital Outpatient...

Change Healthcare Cyber Response - Resources for Providers, Pharmacies, Payers, Government Partners and Patients

Wed, 27 Mar 2024

As you are likely aware, Change Healthcare – an organization that works across the health system ...

CASA 2024 Salary Survey and CASA OAS CAHPS Webinar

Wed, 27 Mar 2024

It is that time of year to submit your information for the annual CASA Salary Survey. Each year, ...

CASA Celebrates Women's History Month

Mon, 11 Mar 2024

March is Women’s History Month, and it provides an opportunity to celebrate the vital role of wom...

CASA Members in Action - CASA Members Take Part in ASCA’s National Advocacy Day

Thu, 14 Mar 2024

On February 27th and 28th, 2024, a delegation of 16 representatives from the California Ambulato...

CASA Members in Action - CASA Award for ASC Excellence - Begin working on your Application

Mon, 26 Feb 2024

On February 16, 2024, Assemblymember Josh Hoover (R-Folsom) toured the Folsom Sierra Endoscopy Ce...

CASA Values Our Veterans - Veteran Spotlight - Chris Taylor

Fri, 16 Feb 2024

Our country celebrates President’s Day this Monday, February 19th – it has become an occasion to ...

DWC Posts Fee Schedule Adjustments for Hospital Outpatient Departments / Ambulatory Surgical Centers - CASA Calculator Updated

Fri, 16 Feb 2024

The Division of Workers’ Compensation (DWC) has posted adjustments to the Hospital Outpatient Dep...

Important February Deadlines Approaching - CMS ASC-20 and CASA Benchmarking due by February 15, 2024

Tue, 13 Feb 2024

ASC-20: COVID-19 Vaccination Coverage Among Health Care Personnel data is submitted quarterly via...

CASA Celebrates Black History Month - Member Spotlight - Shawna Gill

Tue, 13 Feb 2024

Black History Month provides an opportunity to celebrate the cultural heritage of African America...

Did You Miss CASA's Free Webinar? - Navigating the New Norm - Adapting to Changes in Medical Minimum Wage, Salary Requirements & Sick Leave in CA

Tue, 13 Feb 2024

If you missed CASA's webinar addressing California's new requirements for minimum wage and sick l...

CASA Board Advocates for ASCs in Sacramento

Tue, 13 Feb 2024

On January 16, 2024, CASA Board members held several meetings with key California legislators dis...

Navigating the New Norm - Adapting to Changes in Medical Minimum Wage, Salary Requirements & Sick Leave in CA - FREE CASA Webinar - January 25, 2024

Thu, 01 Feb 2024

Join us for an enlightening and essential web conference where we delve into the significant shif...

Noridian and Other MACs Showing Incorrect Medicare Rates

Thu, 18 Jan 2024

Several Medicare Administrative Contractors (MACs), including Noridian are displaying incorrect r...

Important Dates for CASA Members in 2024

Mon, 08 Jan 2024

Below are some important opportunities, including a timeline that CA ASCs should be incorporating...

House Passes Price Transparency Bill

Mon, 08 Jan 2024

On December 11, the Lower Costs, More Transparency Act (H.R. 5378) passed the US House of Represe...

CMS Releases 2024 Final Payment Rule for ASCs and Hospital Outpatient Departments

Tue, 07 Nov 2023

The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) released its 2024 final payment rule for ASCs ...

Opportunities to Honor Veterans in Your ASC - Veteran Spotlight - Kim Russell

Mon, 06 Nov 2023

Veteran’s Day is a time to celebrate the men and women who have served in the U.S. military and r...

CASA Celebrates National Disability Employment Awareness Month - Member Spotlight - Marie Nader

Tue, 17 Oct 2023

National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM) acknowledges and celebrates the contributi...

CASA Member Medi-Cal Survey - Need all Members to Participate and Respond by October 20, 2023

Mon, 23 Oct 2023

As we look to the future, the CASA Board and Advocacy Committee would like to address the challen...

CalOSHA and Common ASC Questions - Register today for this free webinar

Fri, 13 Oct 2023

As ASCs are busy providing excellent care for their patients, it’s critical that they also offer ...

DWC Posts Adjustments to Official Medical Fee Schedule (Hospital Outpatient Departments/Ambulatory Surgical Centers)

Fri, 13 Oct 2023

The Division of Workers’ Compensation (DWC) has posted an order adjusting the Hospital Outpatient...

CASA Celebrates National Hispanic Heritage Month

Fri, 13 Oct 2023

Hispanic Heritage Month is celebrated from September 15th through October 15th, while many other ...

Important Education Offerings for CASA Members

Thu, 28 Sep 2023

Check out the upcoming education from CASA, including the free webinar from CalOSHA.

CASA Awards 11 ASCs with the CASA Award for ASC Excellence - 90210 Surgery Medical Center Wins ASC of the Year

Wed, 20 Sep 2023

On Thursday, September 14, 2023, CASA revealed the recipients for the 2023 CASA Award for ASC Exc...

CASA Celebrates National Hispanic Heritage Month

Thu, 28 Sep 2023

CASA Member Spotlight - Alexis Yeverino

Important August Deadlines for CA ASCs

Fri, 25 Aug 2023

ASC-20 deadline is August 15, 2023 | CASA 2nd quarter benchmarking deadline is August 15, 2023...

CASA Members in Action

Fri, 28 Jul 2023

CASA members have been busy this summer advocating for ASCs by opening up their facilities for le...

CMS Releases 2024 Proposed Medicare Payment Rule - DWC Posts Adjustments to Official Medical Fee Schedule (Hospital Outpatient Departments/Ambulatory Surgical Centers)

Fri, 14 Jul 2023

The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) released the 2024 proposed payment rule for AS...

CASA Benchmarking Open for 2nd Quarter 2023

Fri, 14 Jul 2023

Is your facility taking advantage of CASA’s free benchmarking? Comparing your ASC outcomes to ot...

Under the Dome – Another Day Another Assembly Speaker - By CASA Lobbyist Bryce Docherty

Mon, 10 Jul 2023

On Friday, June 30th Assembly Member Robert Rivas (D-Salinas) became the 67th Speaker of the Cali...

Independence Day Reflections - Veteran Spotlight - Chuck Meisel

Thu, 29 Jun 2023

The 4th of July holds significance beyond just being a day for barbeques and fireworks. It serves...

2023 Call for CASA Board Nominations - Submit your Interest by August 18, 2023

Thu, 29 Jun 2023

CASA Annual Board elections will be held this September at the CASA Annual Conference. There are ...

CASA 2023 Salary Survey - The Results are in!

Fri, 23 Jun 2023

The CASA 2023 Salary Survey report is finalized and available. CASA members who participated in ...

Extraordinary Circumstances Exceptions for ASCQR Program

Wed, 21 Jun 2023

Did you miss the ASC Quality Reporting (ASCQR) Program data deadline of May 15, 2023? If your AS...

Unpacking Life-Safety - Understanding and Addressing Common Deficiencies in ASCs

Mon, 19 Jun 2023

Join us Tuesday, June 27th, at 2 PM, as CASA hosts an informative webinar with Jeremy Ralston, Li...

CASA Annual Conference September 13-15, 2023, in Monterey, CA - Register and make your hotel reservation soon.

Wed, 21 Jun 2023

September and the CASA Annual Conference will be here before you know it. Make sure you have the ...

ASC Quality Reporting (ASCQR) Program Requirements Continue to Be in Place for ASC-20

Wed, 07 Jun 2023

On May 31, 2023, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) released a final rule that wi...

Unpacking Life-Safety - Understanding and Addressing Common Deficiencies in ASCs

Mon, 19 Jun 2023

Join us Tuesday, June 27th, at 2 PM, as CASA hosts an informative webinar with Jeremy Ralston, Li...

CMS Withdraws Healthcare Personnel Vaccination Mandate - ASCs Should Comply with County Recommendations

Thu, 01 Jun 2023

On May 31, 2023, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) released a final rule that wi...

CASA Award for ASC Excellence - Application Deadline is June 30, 2023

Thu, 01 Jun 2023

The deadline is quickly approaching and CASA is encouraging all of our members to consider applyi...

DWC Posts Additional Adjustments to Official Medical Fee Schedule (Hospital Outpatient Departments/Ambulatory Surgical Centers) - CASA Annual Conference September 13-15, 2023, in Monterey CA

Thu, 25 May 2023

DWC has posted an order adjusting the Hospital Outpatient Departments and Ambulatory Surgical Cen...

Are You Taking Advantage of One of CASA’s Biggest Benefits to Help You Meet the Staffing Crisis? - Hear how Andrea Gallardo used it for her center’s success.

Tue, 23 May 2023

In the CASA member survey, one of the greatest areas of concern for ASCs was access to trained pe...

CASA Attends Hiring Our Heroes Career Fair - Veteran Spotlight - Dr. Robert S. Bray Jr., MD

Wed, 17 May 2023

On May 9, 2023, CASA Executive Director Beth LaBouyer and CASA Veterans Committee member Chad Smi...

Monday is the Deadline for CMS Quality Reporting to Avoid Penalties

Thu, 11 May 2023

May 15, 2023, is the deadline for Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) Quality Report...

CASA Benchmarking and CMS Quality Reporting Deadlines Approaching

Wed, 03 May 2023

The system is open for data entry for the 1st quarter of 2023, and closes May 15, 2023. May 15, 2...

CASA Celebrates Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month

Wed, 03 May 2023

Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month is a time to recognize and honor the rich hist...

CASA Members in Action

Tue, 25 Apr 2023

On April 5, 2023, Assemblymember Juan Alanis (R-Modesto) toured the Sutter Gould Medical Foundati...

California Ambulatory Surgery Association Meeting with California Office of Health Care Affordability Highlights Potential Value of ASCs and Opportunities for System Savings

Wed, 19 Apr 2023

The California Ambulatory Surgery Association (CASA) recently met with key representatives of Cal...

CASA 2023 Salary Survey - Members Must Participate to Receive the Results at No Charge - Deadline to Enter Data Aproaching

Mon, 17 Apr 2023

It is that time of year to submit your information for the CASA Salary Survey. Each year, the sur...

CASA Members in Action - CASA Asking Members to Write their Member of Congress

Wed, 12 Apr 2023

On Tuesday, April 4, 2023, 90210 Surgery Medical Center toured Congressman Ted Lieu’s Deputy Dist...

The ASC Anesthesia Dilemma - Join us for this CASA Webinar – April 27, 2023

Wed, 12 Apr 2023

This webinar is free to CASA members and will bring together a panel of industry experts to provi...

CDPH Updates COVID-19 Guidance - ASCs Should Comply with County Recommendations

Wed, 12 Apr 2023

As of April 3, 2023, masks are no longer required in indoor high-risk and health care settings by...

CASA Benchmarking Open for 1st Quarter 2023 - Take Advantage of the Perioperative 101 Training Discount - Expires 8.31.23

Wed, 12 Apr 2023

Now is a perfect opportunity to assure your center is participating in the CASA Benchmarking prog...

CASA Celebrates Women's History Month - Member Spotlight - Robin Menefee

Mon, 27 Mar 2023

CASA celebrates diversity in healthcare which includes promoting gender equity. This Women’s Hist...

CASA Celebrates Women's History Month - Member Spotlight - Kara Hoffman

Thu, 16 Mar 2023

Women’s History Month is an opportunity to celebrate women’s contributions to society. In healthc...

CDPH Updates COVID-19 Guidance - ASCs Should Comply with County Recommendations

Mon, 13 Mar 2023

CASA Members Take Part in ASCA’s National Advocacy Day - CASA Call to Action

Tue, 14 Mar 2023

CASA Members in Action

Mon, 06 Mar 2023

DWC Posts Fee Schedule Adjustments for Hospital Outpatient Departments / Ambulatory Surgical Centers - CASA Annual Salary Survey Open for 2023

Wed, 01 Mar 2023

CASA Values our Veterans - Veteran Spotlight - Stephanie McIntosh

Tue, 21 Feb 2023

CASA Celebrates Black History Month - Member Spotlight: Ayanna Selvey

Tue, 14 Feb 2023

California to End State of Emergency on February 28, 2023

Wed, 08 Feb 2023

Free CASA Webinars Available to Our Members / CASA ASC Excellence Award

Wed, 08 Feb 2023

Deadline is February 15, 2023 to submit CMS ASC-20 & CASA Benchmarking

Tue, 07 Feb 2023

CASA Celebrates Black History Month - Member Profile: Sungayaia Harris

Wed, 01 Feb 2023

CASA Board Advocates for ASCs in Sacramento

Fri, 27 Jan 2023

CMS Delay’s Enforcement of Good Faith Estimates

Wed, 04 Jan 2023

Opportunities to Honor Veterans in your ASC

Mon, 07 Nov 2022

Newsweek recognizes “America’s Best Ambulatory Surgery Centers 2023” - 90210 Surgery Center Recognized as Best ASC in America

Mon, 24 Oct 2022

CASA Awards 8 ASCs with the CASA Award for ASC Excellence

Tue, 13 Sep 2022

CASA Veterans Committee Working to Help CASA Members Meet the Staffing Crisis

Thu, 29 Sep 2022

Feeling a Staffing Crunch? Have New Leaders in Your ASC?

Tue, 28 Jun 2022

Memorial Day - Honoring Those Who Died in Military Service

Thu, 29 Sep 2022

CASA Award for ASC Excellence

Wed, 16 Mar 2022

California updates the Public Health Order to Extend Booster deadline for Workers with Recent COVID-19 Infection

Wed, 16 Mar 2022

CASA Veterans Committee Working to Help CASA Members Meet the Staffing Crisis

Thu, 29 Sep 2022

Cal/OSHA Posts Fact Sheets and Updated COVID-19 FAQs

Mon, 24 Jan 2022

California Updates Public Health Order to Require Boosters for Health Care Personnel

Mon, 24 Jan 2022

CASA Launches New Veterans Committee

Fri, 05 Nov 2021

Newsweek recognizes “America’s Best Ambulatory Surgery Centers 2022”

Thu, 21 Oct 2021

CASA Awards 10 ASCs with the CASA Award for ASC Excellence - Santa Rosa Surgery and Endoscopy Center Wins ASC of the Year

Mon, 20 Sep 2021

Public Health Order Updated to Mandatory Vaccinations for Healthcare Workers

Fri, 03 Sep 2021

State Public Health Officer Order of July 26, 2021

Wed, 04 Aug 2021

Updated California Public Health Order and Guidance

Mon, 21 Jun 2021

CDPH Provides Guidance for Pre-Procedure COVID-19 Testing

Mon, 21 Jun 2021

CASA Award for ASC Excellence

Mon, 01 Mar 2021

CASA Update on COVID-19 – January 12, 2021

Thu, 14 Jan 2021

State Issues Public Health Order Ensuring Distribution of Health Care Resources across the State to Ensure Patients Get Life-Saving Care as ICU Capacity is Strained

Tue, 12 Jan 2021

COVID-19 Surge - ASC Response

Wed, 09 Dec 2020

CA Initial Vaccine Allocation Guidelines Released

Thu, 17 Dec 2020

Take the ‘Safe Opioid Use’ pledge by Oct. 30!

Tue, 29 Sep 2020

CASA Stands for Solidarity

Fri, 05 Jun 2020

CASA COVID -19 Update

Fri, 10 Apr 2020

CASA ASC COVID-19 Resources 4.2.2020

Mon, 06 Apr 2020

CASA ASC COVID-19 Resources 3.31.2020

Tue, 31 Mar 2020

CASA ASC COVID-19 Resources 3.30.2020

Tue, 31 Mar 2020

CASA ASC COVID-19 Resources 3.27.2020

Tue, 31 Mar 2020

CASA ASC COVID-19 Resources 3.26.2020 - Need ASCs to complete inventory survey as soon as possible

Fri, 27 Mar 2020

CASA ASC COVID-19 Resources 3.23.2020 - Need ASCs to complete inventory survey as soon as possible

Fri, 27 Mar 2020

CASA ASC COVID-19 Resources 3.20.2020 - Need ASCs to complete inventory survey as soon as possible

Fri, 27 Mar 2020

CASA ASC COVID-19 Resources 3.19.2020 - Need ASCs to complete inventory survey as soon as possible

Fri, 20 Mar 2020

CASA COVID-19 Resources - 3.18.2020

Wed, 18 Mar 2020

CASA ASC COVID-19 Resources 3.17.2020

Fri, 20 Mar 2020

CASA ASC COVID-19 Resources

Mon, 16 Mar 2020

CASA ASC COVID-19 Resources

Fri, 13 Mar 2020

Take the ‘Safe Opioid Use’ pledge by March 31st! - Participating ASCs will receive a series of benefits for adopting the program.

Tue, 10 Mar 2020

Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19)

Mon, 02 Mar 2020

Take the ‘Safe Opioid Use’ pledge by March 31st! - Participating ASCs will receive a series of benefits for adopting the program.

Wed, 26 Feb 2020

2019 CASA Awards for ASC Excellence - Monterey Peninsula Surgery Centers Ryan Ranch awarded ASC of the Year

Fri, 20 Sep 2019

CASA Launches Ambulatory Surgery Center Opioid Toolkit to Reduce Post-Surgical Opioid Misuse

Tue, 01 Oct 2019

CASA Rolls Out 2 New Member Benefits at the Annual Conference

Wed, 11 Sep 2019

CASA Award for ASC Excellence - Application Deadline is June 30, 2019

Thu, 30 May 2019

CASA CARES

Fri, 10 May 2019

CASA Holds Annual Summit

Thu, 25 Apr 2019

CASA CARES - SETTING THE RECORD STRAIGHT FOR AMBULATORY SURGICAL CENTERS

Mon, 11 Feb 2019

CASA CARES - UNINSURED PATIENT RECEIVES KNEE REPLACEMENT THANKS TO SUTTER HEALTH’S ‘GIFT OF SURGERY’

Mon, 11 Feb 2019

CASA CARES - A NEW CHANCE AT STUDENT LIFE IN SAN FRANCISCO, THANKS TO HIPSTERS

Mon, 11 Feb 2019

CASA CARES - GIFT OF SURGERY PROGRAM GIVES PATIENTS LIFE-CHANGING MOMENTS

Thu, 14 Feb 2019

Medicare Releases A Procedure Price Lookup - Allows Patients to Compare Cost between ASC and HOPDs

Tue, 04 Dec 2018

CASA Conference 2019 - Call for Speakers

Thu, 15 Nov 2018

Randy Todorovich Receives Richard LeBlanc Award

Mon, 10 Sep 2018

CASA Members Take ASC Message to DC

Mon, 11 Jun 2018

CASA Award for ASC Excellence

Thu, 29 Mar 2018

CASA 2018 Salary Survey

Thu, 29 Mar 2018

Updates to ASC Adverse Event Reporting

Thu, 15 Feb 2018

Surgery Center of Long Beach is First in the Nation to Receive AAAHC’S New Orthopaedic Certification

Wed, 20 Dec 2017

Make Sure Your CASA Membership Remains Current

Mon, 11 Dec 2017

CASA Members in Action - Emergency Preparedness – ASCs Need to have a plan in place

Thu, 14 Dec 2017

7 ASCs recognized with the CASA Award for ASC Excellence - Monterey Peninsula Surgery Center Cass Street wins CASA ASC of the Year

Thu, 14 Sep 2017

Debbie Mack Acknowledged with Richard LeBlanc Award

Mon, 11 Sep 2017

2017 Call for CASA Board Nominations

Tue, 11 Jul 2017

DWC Posts Adjustments to Official Medical Fee Schedule (Hospital Outpatient Departments/Ambulatory Surgical Centers) - CASA WC Calculator Updated

Tue, 11 Jul 2017

CASA Members Take ASC Message to DC

Thu, 14 Dec 2017

CASA Holds 10th Annual ASC Summit

Wed, 19 Apr 2017

The California Ambulatory Surgery Association (CASA) recently hosted its tenth ASC Summit on Marc...

CASA ASC Excellence Award

Wed, 19 Apr 2017

In 2016, CASA unveiled the CASA Award for ASC Excellence, awarding 5 ASCs for their contribution ...

CASA Salary Survey - Members Must Participate to Receive the Results at No Charge

Wed, 08 Mar 2017

President Barack Obama Signs 21st Century Cures Act

Fri, 16 Dec 2016

Under the Dome - by CASA Lobbyist Bryce Docherty

Tue, 04 Oct 2016

Five ASCs Receive CASA Award for Excellence - Grass Valley Surgery Center Recognized as CASA ASC of the Year

Wed, 14 Sep 2016