“Researchers found that risk-adjusted hospitalization rates were higher for procedures performed at physician’s offices, compared to ASCs.” –Eric Oliver

 

A recent article found on Becker’s ASC Review, highlighted some differences between in-office surgery, and procedures performed in an Ambulatory Surgery Center (ASC). Two big findings included:

 

• The cost is twice as high for procedures performed in an office, versus ones performed in an ASC
• The risk of admission to a hospital within 7 days of outpatient surgery is higher for patients who had their surgery done in an office, versus in an ASC

 

Questions? Contact us to find out why utilizing an ASC, rather than performing surgery in an office, might be the right choice for your practice. Visit us at the upcoming Oregon Dental Conference to learn more about all of the benefits of using an ASC.