Summary:  Endoscopy cases had been an increasing line of business for many anesthesia practices in recent years, but revaluing of certain endoscopy-related anesthesia codes and the lingering effects of the COVID pandemic have caused concern among some groups. This article will explore where we currently stand as it concerns endoscopic cases.N...

Sure, they sound good. The come-ons and sales pitches that permeate our daily lives are certainly enticing; the rationale they employ can be quite alluring; but the bill of goods we're being asked to buy doesn't always turn out as advertised. That's why caution and discernment are essential tools for today's consumer. This principle of caveat empto...

Summary:  The current pandemic may provide a good opportunity to re-think your practice's strategic plan. Today's challenges may become tomorrow's opportunities. While there is much discussion of some simple solutions, such as merging with another practice, this is the time to explore unique and innovative options that will enhance the securit...

Summary: The big question everyone is asking these days is what will the new normal be like. Clearly COVID-19 has had a dramatic impact on all anesthesia practices. Only time will tell which of today's challenges will result in new ways of providing care and managing practices.One of the most interesting outcomes of the Great Depression was th...

Summary: The coronavirus pandemic has not only negatively impacted surgical case volumes as a whole, it has eroded the collection percentage for the individual case. Today's article discusses the reasons for this phenomenon and how groups may overcome these obstacles in the days ahead.A Significant ChangeHow do our clients get paid for the services...