9th Annual Ambulatory Surgery Conference

May 28th and 29th, 2019Hilton East Brunswick East Brunswick, NJ

2019PROGRAM

Tuesday, May 28

Program Schedule

7:00 – 10:00 PM NEW EVENT: CASINO NIGHT!

Network with colleagues and meet your vendors at the FREE Casino Night Extravaganza for registered attendees! Blackjack, Craps, Roulette, Poker, Food, Beer, Wine, Photo Booth, FUN! $200 Casino Night Grand Prize with over a dozen other prizes!

AND, don’t miss the Prizes for the Funniest ASC Group Photo; Funkiest ASC Staff Member Shoes; and Nurse with the Longest Number of Years at your ASC!

**For content entry, email your entries by May 10th to ljones@njpsi.com. Include your name, center name, full contact info with a brief explanation of the entries.

Wednesday, May 297:00 – 8:00 AM Buffet BreakfastEnjoy a full hot buffet breakfast with our Vendors and Supporters.

8:00 - 8:15 AM Welcome

8:15 - 9:15 AM Keynote: ASC Governance and Governing Body Member ResponsibilitiesSpeaker: John J. Goehle, MBA, CASC, CPA, Chief Operating Officer, Ambulatory Healthcare Strategies, LLCA review of the CMS requirements for the Governing Body and the responsibilities of the Governing Body Members, including a discussion of the role of the Administrator in overseeing the Governing Body Function.Pending approval for AEU Credit by BASC

9:25 - 10:25 AM Three Concurrent Sessions

1. Case Costing – Essential for BusinessSpeaker: Ann Geier, MS, RN, CNOR, CASC, Chief Nursing Officer, Surgical Information SystemsCan you ensure that your reimbursement is covering your costs, or are you assuming it is? The only way to know for sure is to do case costing. The set-up can be tedious, but the benefits outweigh the initial work. Software systems can do much of the work for you. Learn the basics of case costing in this session for ASC leaders.Pending approval for AEU Credit by BASC

2. Improving Sterilization Outcomes in an ASCSpeaker: Nancy Chobin, RN, AAS, ACSP, CSPM, CFER. President and CEO of Sterile Processing University, LLCThis course will cover the critical factors in successful sterilization of surgical instruments and devices to ensure patient safety and positive outcomes. It will also cover regulatory requirements, AAMI standards and documentation needed for sterilization practices.1 CE pending approval from AORN; Pending approval for AEU Credit by BASC; Pending approval for IPCH Credit by BASC

3. ASC Technology Trends Panel DiscussionSpeaker: Nelson Gomes, PriorityOne; Jack Mortell, StratXIT; Craig Lahey, Surgical Information Systems (SIS); Gabe Figueroa, Liberty Health PartnersA collective discussion around the trends surrounding technology in ASC’s. Centers are under great pressure to invest in new technology and patients are expecting their healthcare facilities not only look modern but deliver a great experience. Get an insight from ASC technology experts and adopters.Pending approval for AEU Credit by BASC

10:25 – 11:00 AM Break and Vendor timeEnjoy a little refreshment while you meet the Vendors and enter the drawings for the Vendor prizes and the Two Grand Prize Drawings valued at $1000 and $250.

11:00 AM - 12:00 PM Ask the Experts Q & A ForumSpeakers: John Fanburg, Esq, Brach Eichler, Jeff Shanton, President, NJAASC, Mark Manigan, RWJBarnabas Health This program will feature a panel of experts discussing current, pertinent New Jersey ASC topics.

12:00 – 1:00 PM Buffet Lunch Enjoy a full hot buffet lunch with our Vendors! Last chance to enter the drawing for the two grand prizes valued at $1000 & $250! Don’t miss out!

1:00 to 2:00 PM Three Concurrent Sessions

4. Dealing with Common Life Safety Code TagsSpeakers: Deborah Comerford, RN, BSN, CNOR, CASC, Riteway ASCQS Life Safety ManagementThis course is designed to provide information for ambulatory surgery centers seeking Medicare approval. CMS approved centers must meet minimum life safety code standards. The 2012 Life Safety Code adopted in November 2017 has upped the requirements for record keeping, inspections, and training. Information in the presentation discusses current life safety codes being enforced, what is required to meet the codes, and how to correctly document testing and drills. Commonly cited findings will be reviewed.Pending approval for AEU Credit by BASC

5. Setting up an Infection Control Program 101Speaker: Meg Stagliano RN BSN MBA, Surgical Care AffiliatesThis program is intended to provide new infection control nurses the content and tools necessary to be successful in their role. The course will highlight the job description of the infection control nurse versus the certified infection control consultant. The program will assist the learner in developing an infection control risk assessment and infection control plan. Monthly reporting tools and infection control rounds will be discussed.1 CE pending approval from AORN; Pending approval for AEU Credit by BASC; Pending approval for IPCH Credit by BASC

6. Employment Law/HR Updates and Changes in New Jersey – 2019Speaker: Matthew M. Collins, Esq., Member, Brach Eichler LLC The constant changes in the labor and employment laws make it increasingly difficult for employers to keep informed of their human resource related obligations. This is especially true in New Jersey where there have been significant changes under the current administration. Even unintentional violations of these laws can result in costly and time-consuming lawsuits and/or government audits and investigations. To protect your organization, it is critical that management keep informed of their legal duties and responsibilities. Participants in this course will get an update of the key labor and employment/HR updates and changes in New Jersey for 2019, as well as practical guidance for handling some of the more difficult challenges facing New Jersey employers. Pending approval for AEU Credit by BASC

2:00 – 2:10 PM Vendor Prizes & One World Surgery Raffle Drawings

2:10 to 3:10 PM General Session: Infection Control Issues- A Threat to Patient Safety Speakers: Stefanie Mozgai, BA, RN, CPM, Assistant Commissioner, Health Facilities Survey and Field Operations; Louise A. Steska, MSN, RN, Program Manager, Acute Care ProgramNew Jersey Department of HealthThis session is a detailed focus on the implications of immediate jeopardy including both state and federal action as well as referral to CDS. Pending approval for AEU Credit by BASC; Pending approval for IPCH Credit by BASC

3:10 PM Grand Prize Drawings - must be present to win!$1000 Airline Certificate for Travel$250 Open Table CertificateAll ASC Registrants are automatically entered!

3:15 Adjourn

REGISTER TODAY: https://myprereg.com/Events/NJAASCM19

7:00 – 10:00 PM NEW EVENT: CASINO NIGHT!

Network with colleagues and meet your vendors at the FREE Casino Night Extravaganza for registered attendees! Blackjack, Craps, Roulette, Poker, Food, Beer, Wine, Photo Booth, FUN! $200 Casino Night Grand Prize with over a dozen other prizes!

AND, don’t miss the Prizes for the Funniest ASC Group Photo; Funkiest ASC Staff Member Shoes; and Nurse with the Longest Number of Years at your ASC!

**For content entry, email your entries by May 10th to ljones@njpsi.com. Include your name, center name, full contact info with a brief explanation of the entries.

Wednesday, May 297:00 – 8:00 AM Buffet BreakfastEnjoy a full hot buffet breakfast with our Vendors and Supporters.

8:00 - 8:15 AM Welcome

8:15 - 9:15 AM Keynote: ASC Governance and Governing Body Member ResponsibilitiesSpeaker: John J. Goehle, MBA, CASC, CPA, Chief Operating Officer, Ambulatory Healthcare Strategies, LLCA review of the CMS requirements for the Governing Body and the responsibilities of the Governing Body Members, including a discussion of the role of the Administrator in overseeing the Governing Body Function.Pending approval for AEU Credit by BASC

9:25 - 10:25 AM Three Concurrent Sessions

1. Case Costing – Essential for BusinessSpeaker: Ann Geier, MS, RN, CNOR, CASC, Chief Nursing Officer, Surgical Information SystemsCan you ensure that your reimbursement is covering your costs, or are you assuming it is? The only way to know for sure is to do case costing. The set-up can be tedious, but the benefits outweigh the initial work. Software systems can do much of the work for you. Learn the basics of case costing in this session for ASC leaders.Pending approval for AEU Credit by BASC

2. Improving Sterilization Outcomes in an ASCSpeaker: Nancy Chobin, RN, AAS, ACSP, CSPM, CFER. President and CEO of Sterile Processing University, LLCThis course will cover the critical factors in successful sterilization of surgical instruments and devices to ensure patient safety and positive outcomes. It will also cover regulatory requirements, AAMI standards and documentation needed for sterilization practices.1 CE pending approval from AORN; Pending approval for AEU Credit by BASC; Pending approval for IPCH Credit by BASC

3. ASC Technology Trends Panel DiscussionSpeaker: Nelson Gomes, PriorityOne; Jack Mortell, StratXIT; Craig Lahey, Surgical Information Systems (SIS); Gabe Figueroa, Liberty Health PartnersA collective discussion around the trends surrounding technology in ASC’s. Centers are under great pressure to invest in new technology and patients are expecting their healthcare facilities not only look modern but deliver a great experience. Get an insight from ASC technology experts and adopters.Pending approval for AEU Credit by BASC

10:25 – 11:00 AM Break and Vendor timeEnjoy a little refreshment while you meet the Vendors and enter the drawings for the Vendor prizes and the Two Grand Prize Drawings valued at $1000 and $250.

11:00 AM - 12:00 PM Ask the Experts Q & A ForumSpeakers: John Fanburg, Esq, Brach Eichler, Jeff Shanton, President, NJAASC, Mark Manigan, RWJBarnabas Health This program will feature a panel of experts discussing current, pertinent New Jersey ASC topics.

12:00 – 1:00 PM Buffet Lunch Enjoy a full hot buffet lunch with our Vendors! Last chance to enter the drawing for the two grand prizes valued at $1000 & $250! Don’t miss out!

1:00 to 2:00 PM Three Concurrent Sessions

4. Dealing with Common Life Safety Code TagsSpeakers: Deborah Comerford, RN, BSN, CNOR, CASC, Riteway ASCQS Life Safety ManagementThis course is designed to provide information for ambulatory surgery centers seeking Medicare approval. CMS approved centers must meet minimum life safety code standards. The 2012 Life Safety Code adopted in November 2017 has upped the requirements for record keeping, inspections, and training. Information in the presentation discusses current life safety codes being enforced, what is required to meet the codes, and how to correctly document testing and drills. Commonly cited findings will be reviewed.Pending approval for AEU Credit by BASC

5. Setting up an Infection Control Program 101Speaker: Meg Stagliano RN BSN MBA, Surgical Care AffiliatesThis program is intended to provide new infection control nurses the content and tools necessary to be successful in their role. The course will highlight the job description of the infection control nurse versus the certified infection control consultant. The program will assist the learner in developing an infection control risk assessment and infection control plan. Monthly reporting tools and infection control rounds will be discussed.1 CE pending approval from AORN; Pending approval for AEU Credit by BASC; Pending approval for IPCH Credit by BASC

6. Employment Law/HR Updates and Changes in New Jersey – 2019Speaker: Matthew M. Collins, Esq., Member, Brach Eichler LLC The constant changes in the labor and employment laws make it increasingly difficult for employers to keep informed of their human resource related obligations. This is especially true in New Jersey where there have been significant changes under the current administration. Even unintentional violations of these laws can result in costly and time-consuming lawsuits and/or government audits and investigations. To protect your organization, it is critical that management keep informed of their legal duties and responsibilities. Participants in this course will get an update of the key labor and employment/HR updates and changes in New Jersey for 2019, as well as practical guidance for handling some of the more difficult challenges facing New Jersey employers. Pending approval for AEU Credit by BASC

2:00 – 2:10 PM Vendor Prizes & One World Surgery Raffle Drawings

2:10 to 3:10 PM General Session: Infection Control Issues- A Threat to Patient Safety Speakers: Stefanie Mozgai, BA, RN, CPM, Assistant Commissioner, Health Facilities Survey and Field Operations; Louise A. Steska, MSN, RN, Program Manager, Acute Care ProgramNew Jersey Department of HealthThis session is a detailed focus on the implications of immediate jeopardy including both state and federal action as well as referral to CDS. Pending approval for AEU Credit by BASC; Pending approval for IPCH Credit by BASC

3:10 PM Grand Prize Drawings - must be present to win!$1000 Airline Certificate for Travel$250 Open Table CertificateAll ASC Registrants are automatically entered!

3:15 Adjourn

Program Schedule Schedule at a Glance

Tuesday, May 287:00 - 10:00 PM NEW EVENT: CASINO NIGHT!

Wednesday, May 297:00 - 8:00 AM Buffet Breakfast

8:00 - 8:15 AM Welcome

8:15 - 9:15 AM Keynote: ASC Governance and Governing Body Member Responsibilities

9:25 - 10:25 AM Three Concurrent Sessions1. Case Costing – Essential for Business2. Improving Sterilization Outcomes in an ASC3. ASC Technology Trends Panel Discussion

10:25 - 11:00 AM Break and Vendor time

11:00 AM - 12:00 PM Ask the Experts Q & A Forum

12:00 - 1:00 PM Buffet Lunch

1:00 - 2:00 PM Three Concurrent Sessions4. Dealing with Common Life Safety Code Tags5. Setting up an Infection Control Program 1016. Employment Law/HR Updates and Changes in New Jersey – 2019

2:00 - 2:10 PM Vendor Prize Drawings & One World Surgery Raffle Drawings

2:10 - 3:10 PM General Session: Infection Control Issues- A Threat to Patient Safety

3:10 PM Grand Prize Drawings, you must be present to win!

3:15 Adjourn

Educational Sessions will be held in the Regency, Tuscany and Wilshire rooms. The Exhibition will be held in the Ballroom in conjunction with the meals and breaks.

2019

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Welcome, Registration, Hotel

The New Jersey Association of Ambulatory Surgery Centers takes pleasure in inviting you to our Ninth Annual Ambulatory Surgery Conference. Come network with influential leaders from surgery centers across New Jersey as we share our experiences, advice and knowledge. Our mission is to promote and advance the efforts of New Jersey's ambulatory surgery centers in the delivery of optimum patient care in a cost-effective manner.

Who Should Attend: owners, administrators, billers and coders, physicians, nursing staff and others with an interest in ambulatory surgery.

• President, Jeff Shanton Journal Square Surgical Center, LLC• Vice President, Meg Stagliano, RN, BSN, MBA Seashore Surgical Institute• Secretary, Sharon Gelardi, RN The Gastro Surgi Center of New Jersey• Treasurer, Michael Graziano, CASC Clifton Surgery Center• Immediate Past President, Andrew Weiss, CASC Summit Surgical Center LLC• Executive Director, Patrick Stewart Public Strategies Impact, LLC

Board Members• Bonnie Lavoie, RN, CNOR, CASC ASD Management• Caroline Ivanoski-Hauer Bergen-Passaic Eye Surgery Center• Edmund Abramovitz, FACHE The Alexander Group Consultants• Joan McKibben Ambulatory Surgical Center of Somerset• Sarah Malaniak, CASC Ambulatory Center for Endoscopy (a Physicians Endoscopy affiliate)• Scott Bergman, MBA Regent Surgical Health

NJAASC Board

Member, early, before May 7th, $150Member, late, after May 7th, $175

Non-member early, before May 7th, $200Non-member late, after May 7th, $225

$25 additional on-site registration fee for all

Registration Fees

Joanne Lombardi, CMPEvent Coordinator, jlombardi@njpsi.comNJ Association of Ambulatory Surgery Centers414 River View Plaza, Trenton, NJ 08611Email: info@njaasc.orgPhone: 609-503-7696Fax: 609-393-9891Website: www.njaasc.org

CANCELLATION POLICY: Full refund less a $25 administrative fee if cancelled prior to May 20, 2019.

Payments may be deductible under IRS Code, but are not deductible as a charitable contribution.

Questions?

Hilton East Brunswick3 Tower Center Blvd, East Brunswick, NJ 08816

HOTEL RESERVATIONS Book hotel reservations at the Hilton East Brunswick by calling 1-800-445-8667; ask for reservations in the NJAASC 2019 Conference room block to ensure attaining the group rate of $139 per night plus taxes and fees. Reservation MUST be booked no later than May 7th, based on availablity! Book early to insure this rate!

This activity has been submitted to the Association of periOperative Registered Nurses, Inc. for approval to award contact hours. The Association of periOperative Registered Nurses, Inc. is accredited as an approver of continuing nursing education by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation. Activities that are approved by AORN are recognized as continuing education for registered nurses. This recognition does not imply that AORN or the ANCC Commission on Accreditation approves or endorses any product included in the presentation.

This program is pending approval for AEU and IPCH Credits by BASC Provider# 2515.

Hotel Information

Program AccreditationsREGISTER TODAY at: https://myprereg.com/Events/NJAASCM19