By: Rommie Johnson, MPH, PMPProgram Director Posted: July 7, 2025Every accreditation survey that identifies non-compliance with an ACHC Standard triggers an immediate need for a plan of correction (POC). Practices focused on office‐based surgery (OBS) operate with...
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Temperature, Humidity, and Airflow in Your ASC Operating Rooms
By: Rommie Johnson, MPH, PMPProgram Director Posted: May 20, 2025Maintaining optimal temperature, humidity, and airflow in your ambulatory surgery center’s operating rooms isn’t just about comfort; it’s a critical measure to prevent infections, safeguard sterile...
Avoiding Medical Record Errors in Office-Based Surgery Settings
By: Rommie Johnson, MPH, PMPProgram Director Posted: May 12, 2025Maintaining comprehensive medical records is essential to safe, high-quality care that meets accreditation standards and HIPAA requirements, and would serve as effective legal documentation, if needed....
Building an Annual QAPI Plan That Drives Results
By: Rommie Johnson, MPH, PMPProgram Director Posted: April 29, 2025In an Ambulatory Surgery Center (ASC), a Quality Assessment and Performance Improvement (QAPI) Program is more than just a regulatory requirement; it’s a roadmap to enhanced patient safety and care...