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Essential references for every ambulatory surgery center. John's own titles are available at jgoehle.com; the recommended reference books link to Amazon, where purchases help support the podcast at no extra cost to you.

By John Goehle

John J. 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.

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John J. Goehle

The Survey Checklist for ASCs

A companion to the Survey Guide in an easy-to-use checklist format for CMS survey preparation.

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John J. Goehle

Ambulatory Surgery Center Governance

An essential resource for owners and governing body members on the governance of a surgery center.

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John J. Goehle

ASC Conditions for Coverage Quick Reference

A condensed, at-a-glance guide to the CMS Conditions for Coverage for ambulatory surgery centers.

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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.

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Nursing Drug Reference

A current drug reference is a necessity for every surgery center.

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Medical Dictionary (Taber's or Stedman's)

A recommended reference for every ASC, including a guide to medical abbreviations.

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NFPA 101 Life Safety Code (2012 Edition)

The edition adopted by CMS for ASCs, providing direct references for life safety requirements.

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PeriAnesthesia Nursing Core Curriculum, 4th Edition

An ASPAN exam-prep resource covering patient care before and after anesthesia across settings.

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