The non-equity model has emerged as a genuine alternative — professional management that, at its best, delivers the operational depth and service breadth owners have come to expect from equity partners, without the ownership strings attached.
Non-equity management gives ASC owners access to enterprise-level expertise and operational support without giving up equity, governance, or control.
Equity-based partnerships have long been a common path for ambulatory surgery centers (ASCs) seeking operational support and scale — but a growing number of ASC leaders are starting to question the tradeoffs.
How the doubling of hospital-ASC partnerships is reshaping outpatient care
Transforming Cardiology Through Outpatient Care: What Leaders Need to Know Outpatient care is the future of cardiology, and ASCs are at the forefront of this transformation. Hear from… Derrick Idbeis, Chief Commercial Officer at MedHQ Kristen Richards, Vice President of Ambulatory Care at Cardiovascular Logistics Dr. Ronald Riner, President and CEO of The Riner Group These industry leaders unpack what
Outpatient care is transforming the way health systems deliver care by providing patients with faster and more affordable experiences, while helping hospitals and physicians adapt to a changing healthcare landscape. In this AHA Innovators Connection podcast, recorded live at the 2025 AHA Leadership Summit, Derrick Idbeis (Chief Commercial Officer, MedHQ) and Wes Battiste (Senior Advisor, Avanza Healthcare Strategies) share how
In MedHQ’s recent webinar, Dhara Raval, CPA, Jackie Flores, CPA, and Shelley Sostak shared expert advice on preparing for year-end. The discussion emphasized actionable steps to streamline processes and ensure compliance. Topics covered include: W-9s and Vendor Set-Up: Properly setting up vendors early avoids year-end delays in 1099 filings and ensures accuracy in tax reporting. 1099s: Understanding reporting requirements for non-employee compensation,
At the recent PHA Leadership Conference, MedHQ’s Mike Lipomi and Dr. Wendy Dean, co-host of the 43cc Podcast, explored the importance of reclaiming physician-led healthcare. Lipomi highlighted how corporate involvement has shifted control away from doctors, advocating for a return to physician-centered care to ensure quality patient outcomes. Dr. Dean stressed the value of bedside experience, noting that strong patient-clinician
Key Drivers for ASC Performance Identifying Key Indicators, Important Metrics, and Total Joint Impact Watch our webinar “Key Drivers for ASC Performance,” featuring insights from industry experts Dave Becker, CPA and Dhara Raval, CPA. Topics covered include: Defining key drivers/key performance indicators (KPIs) Identifying/understanding/working on the right drivers for your center Important drivers used in MedHQ reporting Total joint replacement
Geoffrey Cockrell, host of McGuireWoods’ “The Corner Series,” podcast recently interviewed Erik Miller, President of MedHQ, to discuss how MedHQ assists physician practices, outpatient surgery centers, and health systems in managing complex strategic and operational functions. During their conversation, they delved into the challenges as healthcare moves to new points of care. Some highlights include: Why more practices should consider an ASC
