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Act Now or Fall Behind: Preparing for a Rise in Ambulatory Surgical Care

Publication Date: 5/7/2025


Length: 61 minutes

Content Level: 1 General CE

This course is Approved by the National Association of Social Workers (Approval # 886621095-4084) for 1 continuing education contact hour.

Abstract
As the pandemic raged and hospital resources were stretched thin, care shifted to the ambulatory setting. As health care systems strive to optimize efficiency and reduce costs, the shift of surgical site of service from inpatient to ambulatory care settings isn't going away – especially under value-based arrangements. In this session, industry experts explore the market conditions driving this shift and discuss strategies for providers to prepare for the upcoming changes. They highlight the importance of ensuring patients receive the appropriate care in the safest setting, as well as utilizing evidence-based content to support efficient and consistent decision-making by payers and providers. By focusing on patient safety, optimizing resource allocation, and leveraging evidence-based practices, providers can successfully transition to ambulatory care while safeguarding revenue and meeting market demands.

Learning Objectives
1. Summarize the factors influencing the site of service shift to ambulatory care.
2. Identify strategies to consider when preparing for this shift.
3. Describe future opportunities for care in the ambulatory space.

Speakers:
Chrissy Finn, RN, MSN, BSN | Director, Clinical Content Products | Optum

Chrissy Finn received an MSN from Mansfield University, a BSN from Northeastern University and is a Registered Nurse. She currently serves as the Director of Clinical Content Products for Optum. In this role, Finn is responsible for the clinical content roadmap, managing and defining product enhancements. Her clinical experience includes cardiac surgical intensive care nursing.

Keywords: ambulatory care, patient safety, transitions of care

Act Now or Fall Behind: Preparing for a Rise in Ambulatory Surgical Care

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