One would think (or hope) that by the time anesthesiologists complete their training and begin practicing, they have mastered not only their clinical field, but also the ability to work well with others and behave appropriately. If you've spent any time as a member of an anesthesia group, however, you know that it is rare for all of the physicians ...

SummaryLegal cases presented at the Advanced Institute for Anesthesia Practice Management offer valuable reminders to anesthesia practitioners and pain specialists regarding the importance of documenting medical necessity for urine drug test screens, including quantitative tests, and compliance with the 60-day overpayments provision of the Affordab...

Roseanne M. Fischoff, MPP Economics and Practice Innovations Executive, American Society of Anesthesiologists•​ One regional medical center saved $1.5 million in the first year.•​ A Midwest academic center reduced average length of stay (LOS) for total joint replacement patients from 4.6 to 2.1 days.•​ A pediatric institution reduced the 30-day rea...

Summary Anesthesia and pain practices should stay abreast of risk areas not only nationally, but also locally, through their branch office of the U.S. Department of Justice, in order to help ensure compliance and protect their groups. We highlight two cases presented at the Advanced Institute for Anesthesia Practice Management by attorney Vick...

Howard Greenfield, MD Co-Founder and Principal, Enhance Healthcare Consulting, Aventura, FL Jody Locke, MA Vice President of Anesthesia and Pain Practice Management Services Anesthesia Business Consultants, LLC, Jackson, MI The steady migration of surgical cases from traditional inpatient to non-traditional outpatient and ambulatory venues has req...