Becker's Healthcare October 30, 2025
Francesca Mathewes

ASC leaders face a near impossible situation as anesthesia reimbursement rates stagnate and decline, all while other pressures, including staffing issues and operational costs weigh on profitability.

Two leaders recently joined Becker’s to discuss their strategies for surviving the anesthesia cost squeeze.

Editor’s note: Responses have been lightly edited for clarity and length.

Question: What is your organization’s financial strategy for mitigating the impact of decreasing anesthesia reimbursements?

Tina DiMarino, RN. CEO of Custom Surgical Consultants (Street, Md.): Renegotiate your anesthesia payer contracts, as there might be opportunities to negotiate carve-outs similar to that of surgical...

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