CASA's Live Webinar
CalOSHA and Common ASC Questions
October 26, 2023, at 2:00 PM
As ASCs are busy providing excellent care for their patients, it’s critical that they also offer a safe and healthy environment for their employees and medical staff. This session will walk us through the common questions our members provide to CASA regarding standards and regulations as they pertain to CalOSHA and their oversight.
This is a FREE webinar for CASA members. Members can register via the button below:
CASA Recorded Webinars are Available to Members!
Please choose the webinar title below to view its description and video link:
- Unpacking Life Safety - Understanding and Addressing Common Deficiencies in ASCs
- The ASC Anesthesia Dilemma
- California State Board of Pharmacy ASC Update
- California ASC contract Negotiations - Strategies for Success
Unpacking Life Safety - Understanding and Addressing Common Deficiencies in ASCs
This recorded webinar is available in our Learning Module System. Members receive a discounted rate; CEUs are available!
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This informative webinar with Jeremy Ralston, Life Safety Manager - Clinical Quality Enterprise; SCA Health delves into the critical topic of survey deficiencies for Emergency Operations Center (EOC) and Life Safety, exploring proactive measures to prevent them before undergoing survey assessments. The aim of this seminar is to equip participants with a comprehensive understanding of the top 10 survey deficiencies, along with practical strategies to ensure compliance and maintain a safe environment.
Objectives:
- Identify and Understand Common Survey Deficiencies: We will explore the top 10 survey deficiencies that are often found in EOC and Life Safety assessments. Through case studies and real-world examples, we will provide a comprehensive understanding of these deficiencies and their implications for healthcare organizations.
- Learn Preemptive Strategies to Prevent Survey Deficiencies: Participants will gain practical strategies to prevent survey deficiencies before they occur. We will delve into the importance of developing a robust EOC/Life Safety plan, conducting regular self-assessments, and implementing mock surveys to proactively identify and address potential deficiencies.
- Implement Best Practices for Compliance: Effective compliance management is crucial for ensuring a safe healthcare environment. We will share best practices related to the proper maintenance of life safety equipment and systems, conducting emergency drills and exercises, and fostering effective communication and coordination during emergencies.
- Stay Updated on Regulatory Changes: Healthcare regulations and standards are constantly evolving. We will discuss the latest updates in EOC/Life Safety standards and provide insights into compliance considerations for different healthcare settings. Staying informed about regulatory changes is essential for maintaining compliance and avoiding survey deficiencies.
Member Registration: $150
Non-Member Registration: $350
Please contact April Ligtenberg at aligtenberg@casurgery.org with any questions!
*This webinar was sponsored by Surglogs. To learn more about their company, please click the logo to be directed to their website.
The ASC Anesthesia Dilemma
The webinar recording is available on our community page. Please click the button below to view the recording.
*If you can not access this recording, please contact April Ligtenberg at registration@casurgery.org.
One of the many challenges affecting ASCs every day is the ability to maintain anesthesia coverage for their needed surgical volume. The pandemic exasperated the shortage of anesthesia providers and ASCs are struggling to staff their centers.
The webinar brought together a panel of experts to provide their perspectives and concepts for success.
Panel of Experts:
- Daniel Brazell - Senior Vice President - American Group, Surgery Partners
- Eric Boon - Market President, United Surgical Partners International (USPI)
- Binh Nguyen – Chief Operating Officer, Newport Center Surgical
- Haywon Lieh, M.D – Medical Director, Aspen Surgery Center
- Ron Grace – Shareholder, Greenberg Traurig Law Firm
*This webinar is sponsored by Sweet Dreams Anesthesia. For more information, please click their logo below to be directed to their website.
California State Board of Pharmacy ASC Update
The webinar recording is available on our community page. Please click the button below to view the recording.
*If you have any difficulties logging in to view the webinar, please contact April Ligtenberg at registration@casurgery.org.
California Ambulatory Surgery Centers are overseen by the California State Board of Pharmacy (Board) regarding the proper handling of medications which includes securing a Board of Pharmacy Clinic Permit. Debi Mitchell, Senior Licensing Manager, and Janice Dang, PharmD, Supervising Inspector from the Board will be our featured speakers. This program content will include the requirements for California ASCs regarding clinic permits, including the responsibilities of consulting pharmacists. Discussed will be the application process and reporting notifications to the Board, as well as identifying common errors which may delay the processing of the application. Lastly, information will be shared on the results from recent surveys conducted by the Board, including the most common violations.
- California ASC Requirements
- Retaining a consulting pharmacist
- Clinic Permits
- Any new changes
- Clinic Permits
- Clinic Licensure Requirements
- Application process
- Reporting Changes
- Common errors
- Board of Pharmacy Clinic Inspections
- Recent findings
*This webinar was sponsored by Surgical Notes. To learn more about their company, please click the logo to be directed to their website.
California ASC Contract Negotiations - Strategies for Success
The webinar recording is available on our community page. Please click the button below to view the recording.
*If you have any difficulties logging in to view the webinar, please contact April Ligtenberg at registration@casurgery.org.
Navigating payor contracts in the California market can be a confusing process. Successful negotiations can mean the difference between ASC success and failure. In this webinar, industry experts will provide an overview of the fundamentals of ASC contract negotiations with a focus on the California challenges. The panel will address assessing payment methodologies and data needed to determine the value of a payor and the ASC contract. They will also discuss the impact of establishing strong business relationships with the payor and tools to navigate the negotiation process for restructuring managed care contracts.
*This webinar was sponsored by Surgical Notes. To learn more about their company, please click the logo to be directed to their website.
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