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Steadiness in Uncertainty
Steadiness in Uncertainty: Leading Through the Shifts in the Anesthesia Labor Market In today’s healthcare landscape, few challenges are as complex—or as urgent—as navigating the shifting anesthesia labor market. Demand for anesthesia services continues to grow, but the workforce dynamics are...
The No Surprises Act: Protecting Patients, Empowering Payers
The No Surprises Act: Protecting Patients, Reshaping the Anesthesia Landscape When the No Surprises Act (NSA) took effect in 2022, it marked an important milestone for patient protection, shielding individuals from unexpected out-of-network bills. However, its implementation has introduced new...
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Erector Spinae Blocks: Revolutionizing Pain Management in Spine Surgery
Modern advances in regional anesthesia have brought new techniques to the forefront, with erector spinae plane (ESP) blocks gaining traction in the realm of spine surgery. These blocks have transformed perioperative pain management by offering a minimally invasive,...
Non-Compete Clauses
What Are Non-Compete Clauses? Non-compete clauses are contractual agreements between employers and employees that restrict the employee from working for a competitor or starting a competing business for a specified period of time and within a certain geographic area...
DPI Anesthesia: A culture based on core values and trust
Founded by Chief Executive Officer John Sikes and Chief Compliance Officer Jeff LeBlanc in 2003, the Baton Rouge based company got its start in nurse anesthetist staffing. Hurricane Katrina in 2005 transformed the anesthetic landscape throughout Louisiana. DPI...
The Crucial Role of Anesthesia Management in Recruiting and Retaining Top-Tier Anesthesiologists and Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetists
An effective anesthesia management team is the foundation of any successful anesthesia department. It is the backbone of patient safety, quality of care and an efficient surgical workflow. However, the benefits of a strong anesthesia management team are not limited to...
The Story, Part 4: Exponential Growth
The year 2017 is an important one in the history of DPI. Prior to it, business had been stagnant, but a key hire sparked substantial growth. As the company lost ones of its lifelong mentors in the passing of George Sikes, it welcomed what would come to be a major...
The Story, Part 3: Working On the Business More than Working In the Business
At the beginning of 2010, the owners of DPI were faced with several options for the future of the company. Their book of business in Baton Rouge and Zachary, Louisiana was flourishing, and maintaining the status quo seemed to be a lucrative option. However, private...
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Should I Hire or Contract My Anesthesia Services?
Anesthesia is one of the most important and vital services a hospital or surgical center provides to its patients and clients. While the actual service of providing anesthesia may seem simple, the business of anesthesia is unique and complex.
How to Calculate an Anesthesia Stipend
There are many methods that can be used to calculate an anesthesia stipend. DPI’s preferred method to calculate an anesthesia stipend uses the following algebraic equation:
What Does “Opt-Out” Mean Regarding Anesthesiologists and Nurse Anesthetists?
The term “Opt-Out” refers to the 2001 decision made by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid (CMS) to allow states to opt out of the Federal Supervision requirement for Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetists (CRNAs)…