The Sutter Surgery Center Division seeks opportunities for Sutter Health to expand its ownership in ambulatory surgery centers. Additionally, management contracts and other services are provided. While we offer a comprehensive range of services, integral to our success is the manner in which we deliver these services. Partner with us and experience the Sutter difference.

Business Strategy and Development

• Assessment and analysis of acquisitions and de novo projects for Sutter Health affiliation
• Partnership syndication and management
• Construction planning and coordination
• Provision of financial strength to support favorable credit terms and capital access
• Physician recruitment and development
• Competitive market analyses
• Managed care strategies (contracts)
• Benchmarking with national standards (contracts)

Legal

• Preparation and maintenance of licensing, accreditation and CMS certification for new and existing centers, change of ownership
• Advisement on regulatory changes- Medicare, California Department of Public Health, Accreditation Association for Ambulatory Health Care, Institute for Medical Quality
• Medical staff credentialing

Operations

• Administrative, business office and clinical management
• Turnarounds
• Functional space and workflow planning
• Selection and procurement of clinical equipment, materials and pharmaceuticals
• Clinical consultation
• Policies and procedures database
• Financial and business management software
• Financial and clinical compliance audits
• Quality assessment and performance improvement programs
• Financial reporting
• Case cost analyses
• Staff recruitment and training
• Charge master development and best practices

Any component service is available alone or in combination, packaged, and tailored to meet your needs and the demands of the project.