As the ambulatory surgery center (ASC) industry heads deeper into 2026, many of the most consequential forces shaping its future are not the ones making headlines. Beyond the familiar debates over reimbursement, procedure migration and consolidation, a sometimes quieter set of dynamics is emerging – issues that are unfolding incrementally, often outside formal rulemaking or earnings calls, but with the potential to materially alter how ASCs operate, compete and grow. To surface these less-visible risks and opportunities, ASC News asked industry leaders to identify the issues they believe deserve more attention as 2026 unfolds.
Read the full article: Executive Outlook, Part III: Under-the-Radar Issues ASCs Must Monitor //
Source: https://ascnews.com/2026/01/executive-outlook-part-iii-under-the-radar-issues-ascs-must-monitor/