POLITICAL ACTION COMMITTEE The Political Voice of the California Ambulatory Surgery Association

The PAC fund allows CASA the ability to back candidates and or elected officials who champion critical ASC issues: Why do we need a PAC? Physician Ownership Reimbursement & Out-of-Network Options Limits on types of procedures Workers’ Compensation Reform Pharmacy Permit & State Licensure Issues Driving discussions around value-based care PAC funds raise CASA’s name identification and recognition at the State Capitol and amongst the Legislature. There is strength in unity and numbers. Making various contributions to key individuals on behalf of CASA places and keeps our name at the forefront of healthcare-related discussions. A PAC allows CASA to be pro-active in the political arena.

It is critical that every ASC participate. Participation leads to results that benefit the ASC industry. CASA has become the “go to” organization for ASC issues. We must continue to: Defend Physician Ownership Protect ASC Reimbursement and Out-of-Network Options Drive discussions around value-based care It is critical that every ASC participate.

What our Legislators need to hear... ASCs are an integral part of the healthcare delivery system.  Surgery centers provide significant cost savings to the Medicare and Medi-Cal programs. More patients prefer ASCs for outpatient surgeries. Infection rates at ASCs are extremely low. Surgery centers deliver high quality, efficient care that is cost-effective. More surgeons are referring patients to ASCs. Overall Patient Satisfaction is excellent. What our Legislators need to hear...

Where will my contribution go? Directly to support CASA advocacy activities. To access State elected officials and candidates for elected office. Independent of political party - supports specific ASC advocacy  Where will my contribution go?

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CASA’s potential if every ASC moved toward maximizing their donation

Who can contribute? CASA PAC 1127 11th Street, Suite 300 All surgery centers in Californian should participate in the CASA PAC Fund. Maximum contribution per year is $7,300. Donations can come from the center, corporate or individual physicians. Checks should be made payable to CASA PAC and mailed to: CASA PAC 1127 11th Street, Suite 300 Sacramento, CA 95815 Who can contribute? For more information, please contact: Beth LaBouyer, CASA Executive Director (530) 790-7990 | info@casurgery.org or visit www.casurgery.org Contribution Rules: Contributions are not tax deductible and can only be used for political purposes and not to pay for lobbying services. Corporate and company contributions cannot exceed $7,300 per calendar year. If an individual owns 50% or more of the contributing company, the individual’s personal contribution and the company’s contribution cannot exceed $7,300.