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Benchmarking provides actionable insights for improving clinical quality, operational efficiency, financial performance, and patient satisfaction by comparing your ASC's performance against industry standards, peer facilities, and internal goals. The CASA benchmarking program gives you the data and insights needed to meet regulatory expectations while improving performance and outcomes.

CASA Benchmarking program deadline for submission is this week

CASA's Infection Prevention Seminar Kicked Off with a POWERFUL Informative Session, Setting the Tone of Elevating Patient Care in California ASCs. The Digging Deeper Session begins this Thursday at 8:00 a.m. Register now and do not miss out...So much incredible Information!

The 2025 legislative session concluded on September 13th, and October 13th was the last day for Governor Newsom to sign or veto bills passed by the Legislature. Of the 917 bills approved by the Legislature this year, Newsom signed 794 bills and vetoed 123 bills – a veto rate of 13.4%, slightly lower than last year’s 15.7%.

 CASA Conference 2026 - Call for Speakers

The Division of Workers’ Compensation (DWC) has posted an order adjusting the Hospital Outpatient Departments and Ambulatory Surgical Centers section of the Official Medical Fee Schedule (OMFS) to conform to changes in the Medicare payment system as required by Labor Code section 5307.1.

On October 1,2025, Governor Newsom signed AB 876 (Flora) Nurse anesthetists: scope of practice into law.  AB 876 delivers clarity to existing statutes and reaffirms the essential role of CRNAs in California’s health care system. The bill does not expand CRNA scope, but rather codifies current, safe, and effective practices to prevent future misunderstandings.