Becker's Healthcare October 21, 2025
Eighty-seven percent expect 2026 financial performance to be similar to or better than 2025, but challenges persist, according to a VMG Health report released Oct. 9.
VMG Health surveyed 97 ASC leaders in September from both independently owned and joint venture centers.
Here are four key takeaways for ASCs in 2026 from the VMG Health:
1. Physician growth remains a top priority
Recruiting and retaining physicians will be an ongoing hurdle. More than a third of respondents expect physician staffing to be one of their biggest operational challenges next year, while nearly two-thirds said adding new surgeons will be a key financial investment area.
2. Anesthesia pressures continue to climb
Anesthesia remains one of the most pressing financial issues...
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