Ambulatory Surgical Center (ASC)
Ambulatory Surgical Center (ASC) means a distinct entity that is wholly separate and clearly distinguishable from any other healthcare facility or office-based physician’s practice. An ASC shall be composed of at least two (2)operating room(s) and/or procedure room(s) with an organized medical staff of physicians and permanent facilities that are equipped and operated primarily for the purpose of performing surgical procedures. An ASC provides continuous physician and professional nursing services to patients whenever a patient is in the ASC, but does not provide services or accommodations for patients to stay overnight.
- The following services shall be offered by the ASC when a patient is in the center:
- drug services as needed for medical operations and procedures performed;
- provisions for the physical and emotional wellbeing of patients;
- provision of emergency services;
- organized administrative structure; and
- administrative, statistical and medical records.
- An ASC may also be defined as a treatment center that is organized primarily for the purpose of offering stereotactic radiosurgery by use of a gamma knife or similar neurosurgical tool.
- An ASC that enters into a use agreement with another entity/individual shall have separate, designated hours of operation.
News, Memos, and Notices
- Fees: Payment Procedures
- ASC Online Initial Licensing Application and License Renewals
- Expedited Licensing Process:
- ACT No. 59 (HB 618)
- ACT 311 6.2.2016 (Criminal Background Check)
- Notice ACT 306
- ASC Presentation 2022_LASCA Annual Conference
ASC Regulations
- State Regulations Minimum Licensing Standards LAC 48:1 Chapter 45
- ASC Federal Regulations
- ASC State Operations Manual Appendix L
ASC Licensing Packets and Actions
- Initial Licensure Requirements
- License Renewal
- ASC Actions/Packets
- Waiver Request
- Complaints
- Provider Information/Locations
- Change of Ownership
Emergency Preparedness
RE-ENTRY PROCESS for Reoccupying and Reopening Following Emergency Events:
- LDH-HSS Memo-Reoccupy Requirements updated 05 10-2022
- HSS EP Form
- OSFM Memo-Healthcare Facilities Evacuated during a Hurricane or State Declared Emergency
- OPH-Health Care Facility Reoccupation Tool
Developing an All Hazards Risk Assessment and Emergency Plan
Louisiana Office of State Fire Marshall (Scheduling): click here
Louisiana Office of State Fire Marshall (Log-in Page): click here
Office of Public Health (Scheduling): click here
Program Manager Contact Information
Phone: 225-342-9348
Fax: 225-342-0157