ASC Daily Briefing — October 12, 2026
No new items today. See the Standing Compliance Reference for items currently in effect.
Direct Source Checks
- Federal Register — no “ambulatory surgical center” documents published since Oct. 7.
- CMS Newsroom — releases through Oct. 9 (rural workforce/telehealth awards, 2027 MA/Part D Star Ratings, Transparency in Coverage final rules) — none ASC, survey/certification, or accreditation related.
- AAAHC — newest items are awareness/office-closure posts; latest standards item remains the Sept. 25 AI governance issue (already captured).
- QUAD A / Joint Commission / ASC Focus — nothing new.
Deadlines: RAPID (CMS-3487-NC) comments Oct 13 (tomorrow); OAS CAHPS Q2 2026 submission Oct 14; CY 2027 CLFS comments Oct 21 (lab-billing centers only). v45 effective Dec 15, 2026 (64 days).