Ambulatory Surgery Center Consulting Services
Ambulatory Surgery Center Consulting Services
Agility Surgical is a physician-owned consulting firm specializing in single-specialty and multi-specialty ambulatory surgery centers.
The company was founded out of a need for physician groups and investors to have an experienced consultant capable of prioritizing clinical safety, outcomes, operational efficiency, and advanced design aesthetics to deliver a superior end product.
Future-Proofing Your Surgical Investment: Development and Optimization
Whether you are launching a new Ambulatory Surgery Center (ASC) from the ground up or need to optimize an existing facility, Agility Surgical’s physician-led experts can help turn your vision into a highly profitable venture. We are at the forefront of innovative strategic models, facilitating successful collaboration and joint ventures among independent physician specialists and community hospital partners. Our ASC development and management services are a total turnkey solution tailored for business success. We leverage our deep experience to guide you on everything from maximizing efficiency and avoiding costly overspending and overbuilding, to seamlessly handling all complex licensing and accreditation processes.
What We Offer
Feasibility Assessment
Our physician-led Feasibility Assessment is the foundational step for any successful ASC project, ensuring your venture is strategically sound and financially viable before construction begins. We conduct rigorous market research, analyze competitor data, and precisely define the ideal facility type, services, and case mix to guarantee success in your local market, concluding with a comprehensive pro forma that accurately projects costs, revenue, and investment returns, allowing you to avoid costly overspending and overbuilding.
ASC Development
Agility Surgical provides a detailed, turnkey ASC Development engagement designed to seamlessly translate strategic planning into a fully operational surgical center. Our experts manage the entire build process, from coordinating with the design firm and reviewing schematic floor plans for clinical efficiency, to expertly negotiating with vendors for the best pricing on comprehensive equipment lists. We ensure that every detail, including the specific needs of individual surgeons and instrument supply readiness, is meticulously handled, guaranteeing a smooth opening and providing critical on-site support for the crucial first months post-launch.
Clinical/Operational Assessment
Maximize efficiency and safety with our comprehensive Clinical and Operational Assessment, which develops and refines the core workflows that define your ASC’s performance. We design efficient clinical pathways based on the facility’s unique layout, addressing everything from organizational governance and staff modeling to pre-anesthesia screening and discharge processes. By developing robust Quality, Infection Control, and customized policy manuals that meet all state-specific and accreditation standards, we ensure your operations are not only compliant but running at peak efficiency.
Revenue Cycle Management
Maximize the financial efficiency of your Ambulatory Surgery Center (ASC) with our expert Revenue Cycle Management (RCM) services. Our consultants streamline the entire billing process, from accurately loading all patient files and performing thorough insurance verification, to aggressive management of billing and collections. We also provide essential monthly financial reporting, expertly negotiate payer contracts to secure the best rates, and assist in selecting and implementing modern RCM and IT systems to ensure your quality care is delivered in the most profitable, cost-efficient manner possible.
Survey Preparation
Ensure your ASC achieves successful certification with zero deficiencies through our meticulous Survey Preparation consulting. Our experts have successfully assisted countless ASCs in navigating complex surveys by AAAHC, Medicare Deemed Status, and The Joint Commission. We conduct a comprehensive, two-day mock survey to review every facility detail and prepare your staff, accurately identifying and helping you correct any potential compliance risks well ahead of the official survey date, guaranteeing you are ready for inspection.
Licensing & Certification
Demystify the complex, variable timelines and documentation required for Licensing and Certification of your ASC. Agility Surgical eliminates the administrative burden by preparing all required state and local licensure applications, including facility, Medicare application, and pharmacy licenses. We oversee the entire credentialing process, guarantee compliance with all applicable regulatory agencies, and provide continuous on-site support throughout all inspections, ensuring both your facility and staff are fully prepared and certified for operation.
Why Choose Us
Financial Feasibility & Strategy
We review and recommend on pro-formas and feasibility studies to maximize banking options, approvals, and investor participation.
Strategic Vendor Selection
Leveraging relationships to select and negotiate with vendors who bring maximum value based on your facility’s specific needs and preferences.
Operational Staffing & Leadership
We provide insight on staffing ratios, budgetary considerations, and organizational leadership to maximize profitability and manage overhead.
Equipment Sourcing & Negotiation
We negotiate on your behalf to maximize capital purchase value. We also offer certified, pre-owned equipment to reduce unnecessary spend and protect equity.
Brand-Centric Facility Design
We create functional, aesthetically beautiful, and welcoming spaces that reduce patient anxiety. We partner only with top-tier healthcare design firms.
Shareholder Privileging & Review
We offer services for clinical background, practice outcomes, and legal review for prospective physician shareholders practicing at your facility.
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