Emergency Preparedness Information on Emergency Preparedness. Partners Thank you to our Preferred Industry Partners. Advocacy Government Affairs Department promotes the interests of the ASC community News Keep abreast of all the IFASC news, including current clinical guidelines, best practices, and regulations. News CMS Adult Elective Surgery and Procedures Recommendations posted: March 18, 2020 To aggressively address COVID-19, CMS recognizes that conservation of critical resources such as ventilators and Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is essential, as well as limiting exposure of patients and staff to the SARS-CoV-2 virus. Attached is guidance to limit non-essential adult elective surgery and medical and surgical procedures, including all dental procedures. These considerations will assist in the management of vital healthcare resources during this public health emergency Read the Full Letter