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Essential references for every ambulatory surgery center. Buying through these links helps keep the ASC Podcast free — we receive a small Amazon commission on each sale at no extra cost to you.
By John Goehle
The Survey Guide for ASCs
The leading resource for the ASC industry on preparing for a CMS survey — a plain-language guide to the Conditions for Coverage and Interpretive Guidelines.
The Survey Checklist for ASCs
A companion to the Survey Guide in an easy-to-use checklist format for CMS survey preparation.
Ambulatory Surgery Center Governance
An essential resource for owners and governing body members on the governance of a surgery center.
ASC Conditions for Coverage Quick Reference
A condensed, at-a-glance guide to the CMS Conditions for Coverage for ambulatory surgery centers.
Standard references every center should have
AORN Guidelines for Perioperative Practice
Widely referenced but often missing from centers. Keeping a current copy helps staff understand and quote the actual standards.
Nursing Drug Reference
A current drug reference is a necessity for every surgery center.
Medical Dictionary (Taber's or Stedman's)
A recommended reference for every ASC, including a guide to medical abbreviations.
NFPA 101 Life Safety Code (2012 Edition)
The edition adopted by CMS for ASCs, providing direct references for life safety requirements.
PeriAnesthesia Nursing Core Curriculum, 4th Edition
An ASPAN exam-prep resource covering patient care before and after anesthesia across settings.