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2026
September 2 - 4, 2026
CASA's 2026 Annual Conference
Monterey Conference Center
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02/18/2026
DWC Posts Adjustments to Official Medical Fee Schedule (Hospital Outpatient Departments/Ambulatory Surgical Centers) Now Updated on the CASA Website.
The Division of Workers’ Compensation (DWC) has posted an order adjusting the Hospital Outpatient Departments and Ambulatory Surgical Centers section of the Official Medical Fee Schedule (OMFS) to conform to changes in the Medicare payment system as required by Labor Code section 5307.1.
02/09/2026
CASA's New Administrator Mastery Series is about to Kick Off!
Built for ASC administrators who want to lead, not just manage.
Education for ASC administrators—Whether you’re a rising administrator learning the essentials or a seasoned leader sharpening your edge Administrators are expected to master regulatory and accreditation requirements, lead and retain high-performing teams, support the clinical environment, and still drive financial and operational performance—all in an increasingly complex healthcare landscape. The Administrator Mastery Series is a new monthly, ongoing education series designed specifically for ASC administrators who are balancing it all. Each session delivers practical, real-world education focused on the core responsibilities of the administrator role—from compliance and governance to team management, payer strategy, operational efficiency, and opportunities to strengthen financial performance.
01/25/2026
CASA 2026 Key Dates, Deadlines & Member Updates
As we begin 2026, CASA is actively planning and coordinating initiatives to strengthen support for ambulatory surgery centers (ASCs) across California. As your statewide membership association, our focus remains on delivering meaningful education, practical resources, and opportunities that help your centers thrive. Below are some important opportunities, including a timeline that ASCs should be incorporating into their yearly plan. We encourage you to add these dates and deadlines to your calendar.
12/11/2025
CMS UPDATES FOR DECEMBER 2025
CASA's overview of CMS changes that impact many of our ASC's: The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) released the 2026 final payment rule for ASCs and hospital outpatient departments (HOPD). This was released along with removing many CPT codes from its inpatient only list and transitioning them to ASC's. Several changes to the ASC Quality Reporting Program that affect many ASC's. The CMS Prior Authorization Demonstration for certain Ambulatory Surgical Center Services was delayed in December and will begin mid to late January 2026.
10/16/2025
2025 Legislative Update for CASA Members
The 2025 legislative session concluded on September 13th, and October 13th was the last day for Governor Newsom to sign or veto bills passed by the Legislature. Of the 917 bills approved by the Legislature this year, Newsom signed 794 bills and vetoed 123 bills – a veto rate of 13.4%, slightly lower than last year’s 15.7%.


