National Ambulatory Surgery Center Association (NASC)

The National Ambulatory Surgery Center Association (NASC) is a professional organization that represents and supports outpatient surgery centers across the United States. These centers perform procedures that do not require hospital stays, providing efficient and cost-effective care. NASC advocates for policies that improve the quality, safety, and accessibility of outpatient surgeries, while also supporting the interests of the facilities and healthcare professionals involved. Essentially, it works to ensure that ambulatory surgery centers can deliver high-quality care in a well-regulated and sustainable environment.