Surgical Information Systems

Surgical Information Systems Black Book #1 ASC EHR. Best in KLAS award winner ('22, '23, '25, '26) For more information, visit SISFirst.com.

Surgical Information Systems (SIS) empowers 2,900+ ASCs to Operate Smart™ with comprehensive software and services that streamline operations, compliance, and revenue cycle management. Since 1996, Surgical Information Systems (“SIS”) has been dedicated to providing surgical care providers with the solutions and services they need to deliver improved operational, financial, and clinical outcomes. F

ocused exclusively on perioperative IT, SIS serves over 2200 facilities across the US and Canada. The SIS product suite is built specifically for the perioperative environment and includes hospital and ASC-focused solutions covering perioperative Electronic Health Records (EHRs), Anesthesia Information Management Systems (AIMS), ASC business management, business intelligence and analytics solutions, and revenue cycle services. SIS has been recognized by Black Book Research for nine consecutive years as the No. 1 ranked ASC Technology Vendor[1]. SIS received the Best in KLAS Award in 2022 and 2023 in the ASC Solutions category for SIS Charts, SIS’ EHR solution. SIS has been recognized as one of the Top 100 Healthcare Technology Companies by The Healthcare Technology Report and as a Top Workplace US by Energage for four years in a row (2021-2024). SIS, the SIS logo, and Surgical Information Systems are trademarks of Surgical Information Systems, LLC. AmkaiSolutions, AmkaiCharts, AmkaiOffice, and AmkaiAnalytics are trademarks of Amkai LLC. AdvantX, Vision, and SurgiSource are trademarks of Source Medical. Other company and product names may be trademarks of their respective owner.

[1]Black Book Research: “Top User-Rated Technology Solutions: Ambulatory Surgical Centers”
February 2024, "Top Client/User-Rated Digital Solutions: Ambulatory Surgery Centers" February 2023, “Top Technology Solutions: Ambulatory Surgical Centers” March 2022, “Top Technology Solutions: Ambulatory Surgical Centers” March 2021, “Top Technology Solutions: Ambulatory Surgical Centers” February 2020, “Top Technology Solutions: Ambulatory Surgical Centers” April 2019, “Top Ambulatory Electronic Health Records Solutions: Ambulatory Surgical Centers” April 2018, “Top Electronic Medical Records/Electronic Health Records Vendors” April 2017, & “Top Ambulatory Electronic Health Records Vendors Comparative Performance Result Set of Top EHR Vendors,” May 2016.

06/11/2026

ASC performance is not measured by volume alone. Many ASCs keep their schedules full each day while their margins decline beneath the surface.

The difference often comes down to operational discipline. Underused block time, implant and supply costs that vary by surgeon, last-minute schedule changes that drive up staffing expenses, and a case mix that looks productive but underperforms at the case level all add up. Individually, these issues seem minor. Together, they shape financial performance.

The highest-performing centers treat these factors as strategic priorities. When physicians and administrators align around case costing, block utilization, scheduling accountability, and supply standardization, sustainable margin follows.

💭How does your ASC build alignment between physicians and administrators around profitability?

Read more from Becker's Healthcare: https://hubs.la/Q04kTDls0

ASCs today are faced with increasing complexities from every vector, but don’t let that complexity overwhelm you, especi...
06/11/2026

ASCs today are faced with increasing complexities from every vector, but don’t let that complexity overwhelm you, especially when it comes to compliance. With the right tools and tactics, you can leverage data to drive ASC performance, simplify compliance, manage risk, and streamline operations. Discover how to put your data in the driver's seat.

By leveraging data, you can drive ASC performance and achieve stronger compliance. You just need the right tools and best practices to do so.

06/10/2026

The right outsourced billing partner can make all the difference for your ASC's revenue cycle.

Colleen Ramirez, Chief Administration Officer at Bone & Joint Surgery Center of Novi, shares what she looks for in an RCM partner: deep ASC billing experience, a clear understanding of the full process, and the compassion to build strong communication between on-site and outsourced teams.

We're attending the Becker's Healthcare 23rd Annual Spine, Orthopedic and Pain-Management-Driven ASC Conference in Chica...
06/09/2026

We're attending the Becker's Healthcare 23rd Annual Spine, Orthopedic and Pain-Management-Driven ASC Conference in Chicago!

Stop by Booth 707 to connect with our team and learn how we help ASCs operationally, financially, and clinically.

We look forward to seeing you!

In ASC revenue cycle operations, AI has the biggest impact when it helps teams act before revenue is lost.That includes ...
06/08/2026

In ASC revenue cycle operations, AI has the biggest impact when it helps teams act before revenue is lost.

That includes using pre-submission checks to catch documentation gaps, eligibility issues, and payer-specific errors before a claim goes out. It also means identifying underpayments by comparing expected versus actual reimbursement and automating routine follow-up so staff can focus on higher-value work that requires human judgement.

For lean ASC billing teams, that shift can mean fewer avoidable denials, less rework, and more time spent protecting margins.

🗨️Where could AI make the biggest difference in your ASC's RCM process today?

Strong ASC outcomes are built through intentional systems that support consistency, accountability, and better care.Lead...
06/04/2026

Strong ASC outcomes are built through intentional systems that support consistency, accountability, and better care.

Leading surgery centers are improving outcomes by designing care delivery more intentionally across the full patient experience, not just the procedure itself. When alignment, ownership, and follow-through are built into daily operations, clinical teams are better equipped to deliver consistent care and improve outcomes over time.

💬What intentional system or process change has driven the biggest improvement in your facility's clinical outcomes? Let us know in the comments!

Read how five ASC leaders are strengthening care delivery in this article from Becker's Healthcare: https://hubs.la/Q04jzR830

From data-driven quality dashboards to new frameworks, ASC leaders are moving beyond reactive care, building systems where safety is structural, outcomes are measurable, and patients feel supported long after they leave the procedure room.  Five ASC leaders joined Becker’s to discuss the biggest ...

Audits are a necessary part of compliance for ASCs, but conducting an effective audit is part art and part science. Usin...
06/04/2026

Audits are a necessary part of compliance for ASCs, but conducting an effective audit is part art and part science. Using these strategies, you can turn an ASC audit from a compliance hurdle into a performance improvement initiative that elevates service at scale and strengthens patient safety across the organization.

Discover how to conduct an effective ASC audit, including how to avoid common pitfalls and a few best practices for stronger compliance.

For Northern Virginia Heart and Vascular Center, launching a cardiovascular ASC meant building the right operational fou...
06/03/2026

For Northern Virginia Heart and Vascular Center, launching a cardiovascular ASC meant building the right operational foundation from the start: efficient workflows, paperless processes, and visibility across the business.

With SIS Complete and SIS Revenue Cycle Services, NVHVC connected clinical, operational, and financial workflows to support growth across catheterization, EP, and peripheral procedures.

By partnering with SIS, NVHVC:

🔸 Achieved a fully paperless workflow across scheduling and clinical documentation

🔸 Ensured 100% chart completion by the end of each day

🔸 Gained reporting visibility into case costs, physician performance, denials, and key KPIs

Read the full client story to see how this cardiovascular ASC built a strong foundation for efficiency, financial insights, and long-term growth 👉 https://hubs.la/Q04jzxwL0

06/02/2026

AI-driven revenue cycle automation can help ASCs move from reactive denial management to proactive claim prevention.

By using automation to flag pre-submission claim risks, detect underpayments, reduce rework, and prioritize high-value exceptions, billing teams can focus their time on protecting revenue and improving financial performance.

Where do you see the biggest opportunity for automation in the ASC revenue cycle? Share your insights in the comments!

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