Medicare Certified ASCs grew at what percent in 2012?

• A. 0.5%
• B. 1.2%
• C. 2.0%
• D. 3.0%

Answer: (B)

Understanding how many Medicare-certified Ambulatory Surgery Centers expanded in a given year shows the pace of industry growth. In 2012, the growth rate for Medicare-certified ASCs was 1.2%, reflecting a modest increase in the number of facilities attaining or maintaining Medicare certification. This figure matches the published data for that year, making it the best answer. The other percentages would indicate different growth levels not reported for 2012.