Managing the ASC Medical Staff
The California Ambulatory Surgery Association (CASA) and Nossaman LLP co-hosted a one-day seminar on "Managing the ASC Medical Staff" on March 5, 2020 in Los Angeles, CA.
Medical directors must provide leadership and be integrally involved with the governing body, assuring that appropriate measures are in place not only to meet regulatory requirements, but to assure they are providing protection for the public as well. Often the ASC medical directors and administrators are new to this responsibility. This one-day seminar was dedicated to equipping ASC medical directors and administrators with the most current information and tools to navigate these legal challenges. Legal experts as well as experienced medical directors and administrators shared their experiences from their time spent “in the trenches.” This program was designed to provide attendees with a wealth of useful knowledge they can implement upon return to their centers.
Tom Curtis spoke on “Medical Staff Bylaws,” which was dedicated to equipping the ASC administrator and ASC governing body with the most current information to navigate these challenges and provide effective leadership. Oversight of the ASC Medical Staff and the Healthcare Professional is a critical responsibility. The governing body must be integrally involved and assure that appropriate measures are in place to meet regulatory requirements as well as assure they are providing protection for the public. These obligations and duties are typically outlined in the ASC bylaws. This responsibility is new to many ASC professionals who often find themselves looking for direction.
Later, Tom Curtis presented “Fair Hearings, 805 Reporting and the Consequences.” ASCs are required by the California Business and Professions Code 805 to report certain peer review activities within a specific time frame. A clear understanding of the requirements for 805 reporting is the responsibility of the ASC leadership, including the Governing Board, in order to avoid legal implications. This session provided the attendee with an understanding of the law and the possible consequences of failure to report.
