8th Annual Ambulatory Surgery Conference

PROGRAMJune 12 &13, 2018

The Wilshire Grand HotelWest Orange, NJ

2018I n t egr i t y, Leader sh ip &

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2018

Tuesday, June 12

Program Schedule

7:00 – 9:00 PM Bar-B-Que, Mix and Mingle Reception

NEW EVENT! Join your friends and colleagues for a Barbeque on the beautiful outdoor Patio and in the Garden Room! Relax, network and enjoy the down time! Complete with beer, wine, hamburgers, hot dogs, fried chicken, and all the accompaniments! To cap the night out with fun and a bit of business, the winners of the NEW Best Practices Exchange will be announced with prizes and awards. The best part; you can obtain the winning practices and pick up some handy new tips for your ACS.

Wednesday, June 137:00 – 8:00 AM Breakfast, Mingle with the Vendors

8:00 - 8:15 AM WelcomeBonnie Lavoie, RN,CNOR,CASC, Conference Chair Jeff Shanton, NJAASC President

8:15 - 9:15 AM Keynote: Emergency Preparedness and Life Safety Code…What You Need to KnowSpeaker: Anthony Riehl, CFI, CESI, CLSS-HC, Owner, Healthcare Life Safety Consultants, LLCThis presentation will consist of the most commonly found Life Safety Code deficiencies, and Emergency Prepared-ness needs. Attendees will be able to identify the gaps in Life Safety and their ability to mitigate emergency incidents to keep their patients, staff and facility safe. Pending approval for AEU Credit by BASC

9:25 - 10:25 AM Three Concurrent Sessions

1. Running a Successful Materials Management Program in an ASCSpeaker: Daren Smith, RN, Senior Clinical Solutions Specialist, Surgical Information SystemsEspecially in smaller ASCs, staff with clinical backgrounds are often asked to manage supply orders and inventory. Without materials management experience, knowing where to start and how to continually monitor processes can be difficult. Learn how to develop and maintain a quality materials management program that can save your ASC time and money, even if you work in a small ASC.Pending approval for AEU Credit by BASC

2. Issues and Challenges with Complying with Manufacturer’s Instructions for Use (IFUs)Speaker: Nancy Chobin, CEO, AAS, ACSP, CSPM, CFER, Sterile Processing University, LLCCompliance with manufacturer’s instructions for use is an important safety and regulatory requirement yet facilities are challenged with this process. This session will detail how to comply with IFUS and what to do when IFUs do not meet the standards.1 CE pending approval from AORN

3. Crisis Communications 101: Preparation is the KeySpeaker: Nina V. Dietrich, Owner, Nina Dietrich, L.L.C., Public Relations & Marketing Communications This session will examine Crisis Communications Basics for the Ambulatory Surgery Center, including: What constitutes a crisis? The importance of being prepared for all potential crises. Crisis communications best practices. Communicat-ing to key constituencies and the media. Pending approval for AEU Credit by BASC

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

11:00 AM - 12:00 PM Ask the Experts Q & A ForumThis program will feature a panel of experts, including NJDOH and legal guidance, discussing current, pertinent New Jersey ASC topics.

12:00 – 1:00 PM Buffet Lunch and last chance to complete and turn in your prize drawing entry form!

1:00 to 2:00 PM Three Concurrent Sessions

4. Your ASC Suffered a Data Breach! Now What?Speakers: Nelson Gomes, President & CEO, PriorityOne Group; Jeff Miller, Cyber Security Analyst, PriorityOne GroupThe number of U.S. data breach incidents tracked in 2017 hit a new record high of 1,579 breaches (www.idtheftcen-ter.org/2017-data-breaches), and it wouldn't be a surprise to see that figure rise in 2018. ASCs, with their valuable protected health information, find themselves in the crosshairs of cybercriminals. Even with a strong defense, breaches at ASCs can still occur. That's why it's critical for centers to have a plan in place to effectively respond to a breach. This session will cover how a breach occurs and the components of an effective response and recovery plan, and provide guidance to help ASC's improve their preparedness.Pending approval for AEU Credit by BASC

5. Can the Opioid Epidemic Affect your ASC? Reimbursement Changes and how they can affect your ASC and Anesthesia ProvidersSpeaker: Jill Susan Young, D.O., CEO/Chairwoman, Morris Anesthesia GroupTwo areas will be discussed. First, the opioid epidemic in NJ and what impact it may have on your ASC. The second topic will uncover where and how far insurance companies are willing to go in prescribing our care to patients. Will anesthesia not be available to ophthalmology surgery? Who is next?1 CE pending approval from AORN

6. The Collections Quiz ShowSpeaker: Jonas Knapik, Business Development Manager, SaVit CollectionsAttendees will have the opportunity to compete, win prizes, and learn collection law and tactics. A fun and interactive seminar about being compliant and collecting more money.Pending approval for AEU Credit by BASC

2:05 PM Vendor Prize Drawings

2:10 to 3:10 PM Keynote: Improving the Bottom Line - Strategies for Financial SuccessSpeaker: John J. Goehle, MBA, CASC™, CPA, Chief Operating Officer, Ambulatory Healthcare StrategiesThis session will cover financial analysis skills that will enable the attendees to make informed decisions when it comes time to talk finances. The attendees will learn budgeting concepts specific to ASC’s so they can manage financials more effectively through day-to-day operations. We will discuss how to handle more difficult financial situations and decision-making tools when confronted with hardship.Pending approval for AEU Credit by BASC

3:10 PM Grand Prize Drawings, you must be present to win!$1000 United Airline Certificate for Travel$250 Open Table Certificate

3:15 Adjourn

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7:00 – 9:00 PM Bar-B-Que, Mix and Mingle Reception

NEW EVENT! Join your friends and colleagues for a Barbeque on the beautiful outdoor Patio and in the Garden Room! Relax, network and enjoy the down time! Complete with beer, wine, hamburgers, hot dogs, fried chicken, and all the accompaniments! To cap the night out with fun and a bit of business, the winners of the NEW Best Practices Exchange will be announced with prizes and awards. The best part; you can obtain the winning practices and pick up some handy new tips for your ACS.

Wednesday, June 137:00 – 8:00 AM Breakfast, Mingle with the Vendors

8:00 - 8:15 AM WelcomeBonnie Lavoie, RN,CNOR,CASC, Conference Chair Jeff Shanton, NJAASC President

8:15 - 9:15 AM Keynote: Emergency Preparedness and Life Safety Code…What You Need to KnowSpeaker: Anthony Riehl, CFI, CESI, CLSS-HC, Owner, Healthcare Life Safety Consultants, LLCThis presentation will consist of the most commonly found Life Safety Code deficiencies, and Emergency Prepared-ness needs. Attendees will be able to identify the gaps in Life Safety and their ability to mitigate emergency incidents to keep their patients, staff and facility safe. Pending approval for AEU Credit by BASC

9:25 - 10:25 AM Three Concurrent Sessions

1. Running a Successful Materials Management Program in an ASCSpeaker: Daren Smith, RN, Senior Clinical Solutions Specialist, Surgical Information SystemsEspecially in smaller ASCs, staff with clinical backgrounds are often asked to manage supply orders and inventory. Without materials management experience, knowing where to start and how to continually monitor processes can be difficult. Learn how to develop and maintain a quality materials management program that can save your ASC time and money, even if you work in a small ASC.Pending approval for AEU Credit by BASC

2. Issues and Challenges with Complying with Manufacturer’s Instructions for Use (IFUs)Speaker: Nancy Chobin, CEO, AAS, ACSP, CSPM, CFER, Sterile Processing University, LLCCompliance with manufacturer’s instructions for use is an important safety and regulatory requirement yet facilities are challenged with this process. This session will detail how to comply with IFUS and what to do when IFUs do not meet the standards.1 CE pending approval from AORN

3. Crisis Communications 101: Preparation is the KeySpeaker: Nina V. Dietrich, Owner, Nina Dietrich, L.L.C., Public Relations & Marketing Communications This session will examine Crisis Communications Basics for the Ambulatory Surgery Center, including: What constitutes a crisis? The importance of being prepared for all potential crises. Crisis communications best practices. Communicat-ing to key constituencies and the media. Pending approval for AEU Credit by BASC

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

11:00 AM - 12:00 PM Ask the Experts Q & A ForumThis program will feature a panel of experts, including NJDOH and legal guidance, discussing current, pertinent New Jersey ASC topics.

12:00 – 1:00 PM Buffet Lunch and last chance to complete and turn in your prize drawing entry form!

1:00 to 2:00 PM Three Concurrent Sessions

4. Your ASC Suffered a Data Breach! Now What?Speakers: Nelson Gomes, President & CEO, PriorityOne Group; Jeff Miller, Cyber Security Analyst, PriorityOne GroupThe number of U.S. data breach incidents tracked in 2017 hit a new record high of 1,579 breaches (www.idtheftcen-ter.org/2017-data-breaches), and it wouldn't be a surprise to see that figure rise in 2018. ASCs, with their valuable protected health information, find themselves in the crosshairs of cybercriminals. Even with a strong defense, breaches at ASCs can still occur. That's why it's critical for centers to have a plan in place to effectively respond to a breach. This session will cover how a breach occurs and the components of an effective response and recovery plan, and provide guidance to help ASC's improve their preparedness.Pending approval for AEU Credit by BASC

5. Can the Opioid Epidemic Affect your ASC? Reimbursement Changes and how they can affect your ASC and Anesthesia ProvidersSpeaker: Jill Susan Young, D.O., CEO/Chairwoman, Morris Anesthesia GroupTwo areas will be discussed. First, the opioid epidemic in NJ and what impact it may have on your ASC. The second topic will uncover where and how far insurance companies are willing to go in prescribing our care to patients. Will anesthesia not be available to ophthalmology surgery? Who is next?1 CE pending approval from AORN

6. The Collections Quiz ShowSpeaker: Jonas Knapik, Business Development Manager, SaVit CollectionsAttendees will have the opportunity to compete, win prizes, and learn collection law and tactics. A fun and interactive seminar about being compliant and collecting more money.Pending approval for AEU Credit by BASC

2:05 PM Vendor Prize Drawings

2:10 to 3:10 PM Keynote: Improving the Bottom Line - Strategies for Financial SuccessSpeaker: John J. Goehle, MBA, CASC™, CPA, Chief Operating Officer, Ambulatory Healthcare StrategiesThis session will cover financial analysis skills that will enable the attendees to make informed decisions when it comes time to talk finances. The attendees will learn budgeting concepts specific to ASC’s so they can manage financials more effectively through day-to-day operations. We will discuss how to handle more difficult financial situations and decision-making tools when confronted with hardship.Pending approval for AEU Credit by BASC

3:10 PM Grand Prize Drawings, you must be present to win!$1000 United Airline Certificate for Travel$250 Open Table Certificate

3:15 Adjourn

Program Schedule Schedule at a Glance

Tuesday, June 127:00 - 9:00 PM Bar-B-Que, Mix and Mingle Reception

Wednesday, June 137:00 - 8:00 AM Breakfast, Mingle with the Vendors

8:00 - 8:15 AM Welcome

8:15 - 9:15 AM Keynote: Emergency Preparedness and Life Safety Code…What You Need to Know

9:25 - 10:25 AM Three Concurrent Sessions1. Running a Successful Materials Management Program in an ASC2. 2. Issues and Challenges with Complying with Manufacturer’s Instructions for Use (IFUs)3. Crisis Communications 101: Preparation is the Key

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 and last chance to complete and turn in your prize drawing entry form!

1:00 - 2:00 PM Three Concurrent Sessions4. Your ASC Suffered a Data Breach! Now What?5. Can the Opioid Epidemic Affect your ASC? Reimbursement Changes and how they can affect your ASC and Anesthesia Providers6. The Collections Quiz Show

2:05 PM Vendor Prize Drawings

2:10 - 3:10 PM Keynote: Improving the Bottom Line - Strategies for Financial Success

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

3:15 Adjourn

VENDOR SCHEDULE

Welcome, Registration, Hotel

The New Jersey Association of Ambulatory Surgery Centers takes pleasure in inviting you to our Eighth 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 Jefferson Surgery Center• 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 Rothman Institute

NJAASC Board

Member, early, before June 1st, $125Member, late, after June 1st, $140

Non-member, early, before June 1st, $175Non-member, late, after June 1st, $190

$25 additional onsite registration fee

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 June 2, 2018.

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

Questions?

The Wilshire Grand Hotel 350 Pleasant Valley Way, West Orange, NJ 07052

HOTEL RESERVATIONS The Wilshire Grand is offering Tuesday, June 12th, $169 per room rate, plus applicable taxes and fees, through May 21, while inventory lasts! Book early...don't be closed out! Call: 973-731-7007 and specify that you are with the NJAASC Conference.

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. Activi-ties that are approved by AORN are recognized as continu-ing education for registered nurses. This recognition does not imply that AORN or the ANCC Commission on Accredita-tion approves or endorses any product included in the presentation.

This program is pending approval for AEU Credit by BASC Provider# 2515.

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