Anesthesia Practice Management Blogs
By: Sonia Shishido, DO, Vice President of Clinical Innovation and Implementation The Maternal Mortality Crisis in the USA As of 2024, the maternal mortality rate in the United States continues to be significantly higher than in other high-income nations. The crisis disproportionately affects Black women, who experience mortality rates more than twice that of white…
Read MoreAnesthesia management is an evolving industry. Now more than ever, it’s essential for anesthesia departments to adapt to the changing needs of patients. CCI Anesthesia offers future-ready leadership in community hospitals, helping anesthesia departments adapt to changes in the medical industry. This article will discuss rethinking anesthesia management with a new perspective on staffing models,…
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By Stephen Dorman, MD, Chief Compliance Officer, CCI Anesthesia Focused Professional Practice Evaluation (FPPE) and Ongoing Professional Practice Evaluation (OPPE) play vital roles in hospital credentialing and privileging. While The Joint Commission provides clear structures for these evaluations, many hospitals struggle with practical implementation. The Joint Commission established these processes to ensure consistent, evidence-based assessments…
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Choosing the right practice setting is a major decision for anesthesia providers. Work-life balance, case variety, compensation and team dynamics all impact job satisfaction. At CCI Anesthesia, we match anesthesiologists and CRNAs with opportunities that fit their goals and lifestyle, whether in hospitals, ambulatory centers, or locum tenens roles. We offer resources to help you…
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Quality and ethics go hand in hand in anesthesia care. Anesthesia is not without risk to the patient, but it is essential for many modern surgical procedures. The best-trained anesthesiologists understand the challenges of providing anesthesia and have strongly considered the risks. They know how to balance patient needs and patient safety. Ethics in Anesthesia…
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By Bronson Taylor, CRNA The Growing Demand for Anesthesia Providers The shortage of anesthesiologists and Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetists (CRNAs) has become a growing concern across the healthcare industry. As demand for surgical and procedural care rises, the number of available anesthesia providers is struggling to keep pace. Understanding the factors driving this shortage is…
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Strong leadership is a defining trait of successful anesthesia providers—and fostering it within your team can impact patient care and overall facility performance. By recognizing the value of leadership and actively developing it among your anesthesia team, you create a culture that supports better communication, collaboration, and improved patient outcomes. As you strive to encourage…
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Anesthesia billing is complex, and maximizing billing efficiency for anesthesia departments requires a skill set different from traditional medical billing. Perioperative services, including anesthesia, are complex. Efficient, streamlined anesthesia billing requires a thorough understanding of billing codes, conversion factors and other nuanced billing knowledge specific to anesthesia care. Key Strategies for Improving the Anesthesia Billing…
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Recruiting anesthesia providers is more challenging than ever. The Association of American Medical Colleges estimates that by 2033, there will be a shortfall of approximately 12,500 anesthesiologists in the healthcare industry. When this happens, emergency rooms that cannot find anesthesiologists for their staff may be forced to close. Rural hospitals can avoid this problem by…
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Are you an anesthesiologist or a CRNA looking for a new job? The healthcare job market has many openings that are in high demand. Shortages of trained and qualified professionals can make your job search rewarding and fruitful, especially if you use smart strategies when searching for a new job. In this article, we’ll discuss…
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