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Robotic-assistance improves hysterectomy outcomes. Research shows the technology lowers readmission rates.

'PillCam' for colon earns FDA approval. It's designed for patients with incomplete colonoscopies.

Study explores Exparel's use in managing abdominal surgery pain. IV analgesic reduces post-bariatric opioids.

Nervous facilities are trying to stretch supplies. Saline shortage is growing more acute.

High-risk patients don't always get endoscopic examination for Barrett's esophagus, cancer, say researchers. There are missed opportunities in GERD complication screenings.

Yes, high-volume hip and knee hospitals also have highest readmissions. But do the numbers really tell the whole story?

10-year safety review in Minnesota shows adverse events are on the decline. Error reporting works.

Patient "inexplicably left alone" and unmonitored before surgery. A fatal cataract sedation results in a $2.1M settlement.

Commission recommends 3.25-5.25% increase for HOPDs. MedPAC: Freeze Payments for ASCs in 2015

In Tennessee alone, claims now total nearly $1.5B. Company blamed for meningitis outbreak is hit with a $1.17B suit.

ASCA urges facilities to contact lawmakers, support co-pay fix.

SIS expands focus beyond traditional hospitals and health systems with addition of ambulatory surgery IT leader Amkai. Surgical Information Systems acquires AmkaiSolutions.

Doing so is within CMS guidelines, officials say. A Maryland ASC is gearing up for overnight stays.

Website takes aim at curbing musculoskeletal injuries from patient handling and moving. OSHA launches new website to protect hospital workers.

Company allegedly made off-label marketing claims and kickback payments. CareFusion settles ChloraPrep whistleblower case for $40.1M.

Gel sealant provides solution to post-cataract surgery leakage. FDA approves corneal incision glue.

Our 2014 salary survey results are in. See how your paycheck compares to your colleagues in Outpatient Surgery Magazine's 2014 Salary Survey.

Colonoscopy surveillance and cataract surgery quality measures pushed back to April. CMS delays data collection start for 3 new quality measures.

Popular fluid waste management system to return to market. FDA green-lights Neptune 2.

Doc with positive drug test gets green light to return. Agreement with state's Department of Health includes ongoing monitoring.