Compass Celebrates 10 Years

September 1, 2021 - Compass is 10 YEARS OLD today! 2019.12 Habitat

As we look back over the 10 years, we're filled with gratitude for all of the amazing people that have been a part of that journey. Thanks to each and every person who's worked with us and partnered with us along the way, in every capacity. Thanks especially to our physician partners and our Compass team members. Here's to the next 10 and on after.

Do you have any great memories from the first 10 years of Compass? Feel free to share with us at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.. Here's one from a Habitat work day a few years ago.

TJA in ASCs: Capturing the Value

August 20, 2021 -William Holding was invited to speak on Total Joint Replacement in ASCs: Capturing the Value at an event sponsored by INOV8 Research. 

At "THA and Economics in ASCs: The Future is NOW!" co-chairs Stefan Kreuzer, MD and Scott Sporer, MD, as well as expert speakers discussed the transition from hospital-based THA procedures into an Ambulatory Surgical Center setting. Will highlighted industry tailwinds, managing risks, and value capture.

Read more: TJA in ASCs: Capturing the Value

Natural Light in an OR in Raleigh

OR with Natural Light smallAugust 9, 2021 - Natural light in an operating room??

Check out the second story OR with windows at Raleigh Neurosurgical and Spine Surgery Center, in Raleigh, NC. Construction isn't quite finished, but it will be soon.

It's a true pleasure to help create better spaces to work for our partners and their ASC staff. And of course patients get to experience the brightness too. Big shoutout to Hardaway|Sziabowski Architects and Danis.

Don't worry, the windows will have privacy covers.

Is Applying for a Certificate of Need (CON) for a New ASC ‘worth it?’ 

Insights from an ASC Expert
Scott Bacon

July 28, 2021 - Is Applying for a Certificate of Need (CON) for a New ASC ‘worth it?’ 

In about half the states in the U.S., a Certificate of Need (CON) is required to develop a new ASC. The efficacy of CON can be a controversial issue, but this article will not discuss the value of the legislation. Instead, I’ll provide a brief overview of the process and key items to consider before filing an application. We’ll discover whether applying for a CON is really worth it. 

Read more: Is Applying for a Certificate of Need (CON) for a New ASC ‘worth it?’ 

First Spine Surgery Center of Excellence to Open in North Carolina’s Triangle

Raleigh Neurological Clinic and Compass Partner in Raleigh Neurosurgical and Spine Surgery Center

June 17, 2021 –Raleigh, N.C.Raleigh Neurological Clinic (RNC) and Compass Surgical Partners form a partnership in the first spine-focused ASC in the Triangle, Raleigh Neurosurgical and Spine Surgery Center (RNSS).

Compass is honored to partner with RNC and its highly proficient spine surgeons that make up the practice. This new facility will be located at 5221 Six Forks Road and conveniently accessible from I-440. It will include one operating room and two procedure rooms for neurosurgery and pain procedures. RNSS will open in 2021, and Compass will serve as its operating partner.

Read more: First Spine Surgery Center of Excellence to Open in North Carolina’s Triangle

Our mission is to create high-value partnerships that provide exceptional surgical services to the local communities and provide a positive return on investment to each partner.

Compass Surgical Partners