Join EGC’s Matt Kilton, Amy Coletti, Beth Graefe, Rob Stahler, Dan Cosentino, Leslie Krasne, and Margo Marsh-Limm at the Becker’s 23rd Annual Spine, Orthopedic and Pain Management-Driven ASC + The Future of Spine Conference, June 11–13 in Chicago.
Why Attend?
This event agenda includes 240+ elite ASC and physician speakers. Join the movers and shakers of the ASC industry in these important discussions.
ECG is a proud exhibitor.
Panels:
Cost-Cutting Techniques All ASCs Should Be Wielding
Thursday, June 11
9:15–9:55 a.m. (CT)
Beth will participate in a panel to discuss proven cost-cutting techniques every ASC should implement. This panel explores supply chain optimization, staffing efficiencies, and data-driven decision-making. Learn how top-performing centers are reducing expenses without compromising quality, improving margins, and building financially resilient operations in today’s competitive outpatient surgery landscape. Panelists include Michael Graziano of Clifton Surgery Center, Sophia Moradi of Avalon Surgery Center, and Amira Omar of Kingsland Surgery Center.
Big Headwinds for ASCs and What to Do Next
Thursday, June 11
2:25–3:05 p.m. (CT)
Rob will participate in a panel to discuss the biggest headwinds facing ambulatory surgery centers today, from reimbursement pressures to staffing and competition. This panel explores practical, forward-looking strategies to overcome challenges, sustain growth, and strengthen ASC performance in an increasingly complex and rapidly evolving healthcare environment. Panelists include Ray Brown of Lake Lucien Surgery Center, Karen Harris of Apex Spine and Neurosurgery LLC, and Janet Carlson of Vertex Surgical Solutions.
Key Strategies to Prepare Your ASC for Challenging Payer Negotiations
Friday, June 12
2:20–3:00 p.m. (CT)
Amy and Leslie will provide helpful strategies for negotiations with payers. They will review effective ways to prepare for negotiations, including the development of an ASC value proposition and presenting informative data. Participants will gain insight on how different payer methodologies for spine, orthopedics, and pain management impact proposals and how best to negotiate these proposals to fit the contract structure. They will also discuss different strategies to employ during challenging payer negotiations. This session will equip participants with different approaches to negotiate payer contracts and optimize ASC reimbursement.
