Impact of Proposed Outpatient Hospital Care Rule and Inpatient-Only Rule Elimination
Management views the potential removal of the inpatient-only rule as positive for USPI, enabling more outpatient procedures, but emphasizes the need for clinical expertise and patient selection.
The move is seen as an opportunity for growth, with the company well-positioned due to its advanced ASC capabilities.
Uncertainty remains around regulatory implementation and the broader impact on hospital and ASC business models.