Wk 2, HCS 529: Community Need for Ambulatory Surgical Center (ASC)

Research Texas Midwest Surgery Center in Abilene, TX, https://www.texasmidwest.com/, an urban ambulatory surgical center (ASC). As you research this facility settings, consider the following:

  • Services offered
  • Community needs
  • Community size

Write a 1050 1400 word paper. Your paper should include the following: 

  • Introduction
  • Explain whether your area could use an additional ASC.
  • Consider using an online map of the areas to review the different facilities offered in the area.
  • Describe whether the additional ASC would be considered saturation of facilities or appropriate for the area.
  • Explain what indicators should be used to decide if this area could use an ASC
  • Conclusion

Cite at least 4 reputable references used to complete your assignment. One reference must be from the journal/magazine listed in the weekly resources (i.e., Modern Healthcare, Healthcare Design). Reputable references include trade or industry publications, government or agency websites, scholarly works, or other sources of similar quality.