Helpful RESOURCES 
regarding covid-19

SIS Solutions & COVID-19

SIS Complete cloud-based ASC software users have native remote capabilities from any device, anywhere. Any authorized SIS user can access functionality to remotely check schedules, and perform scheduling and billing. SIS Complete comes standard with built-in patient, staff, and vendor communications capabilities via text and email.

Current users not accessing the full power of SIS Complete can contact Support at 800-930-0895 to turn on additional capabilities. SIS Complete users can easily make modifications to support COVID-19 screening and documentation. This information can be found by contacting SIS Support. All SIS Complete functionality is implemented and trained 100% remotely.

Not yet using true cloud ASC software? Contact us at 800-866-0656 for more information and to learn more about SIS Complete or join an upcoming webinar.

If your ASC is temporarily closed or slowed down, this may be a good time to explore the latest ASC technology. Some benefits of cloud technology include:

• High availability in a secure datacenter with backups
• Anywhere, anytime access on any device
• Self-service configurability that helps adapt to a constantly changing environment
• Ability to push out updates to patients, staff, and vendors via text or email
• Quick training that enables staff to get up to speed in hours

To learn more, visit the SIS website, sign up for an upcoming webinar, or call us at 800-866-0656.

Client Resources:

In an effort to customize resources for our clients to have the most relevant and helpful information possible, SIS has created product specific materials to help your ASC through COVID-19. These resources can be found on your SIS Customer Commmunity portal and include items like:

• ASC Checklist for Temporary Closures & Reopenings
• Fast Start Product sheets to help refresh or train staff on key product capabilities to quickly come back online
• Step-by-step guides on how to post advanced Medicare payments
• And more

Each SIS product has a tailor made version of these resources and they can be accessed here:

AdvantX, Vision, and SurgiSource: https://siscentral.force.com/sourcemed/login

Amkai: https://siscentral.force.com/amkai/AmkaiLogin

SIS Complete: https://siscentral.force.com/amkai/AmkaiLogin

ASC & Hospital Resources:

• Ambulatory Surgery Center Association (ASCA): https://www.ascassociation.org/asca/resourcecenter/latestnewsresourcecenter/covid-19
• A checklist from ASCA to prepare ASCs for reopening can be found here with your ASCA member login.
• ASC Podcast with John Goehle: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC-hvEz0wQCixVHuMAODSiow
• KLAS - COVID-19 Technology and Services Solutions
• Small Business Protection Program: https://home.treasury.gov/policy-issues/top-priorities/cares-act/assistance-for-small-businesses
• AORN: https://www.aorn.org/about-aorn/aorn-newsroom/covid-19-coronavirus
• MEDITECH: https://ehr.meditech.com/news/meditech-provides-decision-support-and-guidance-for-coronavirus
• California Resources (CASA): https://associationdatabase.com/aws/CASA/pt/sp/covid19 
• CDC Information on Alternate Care Sites: https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/hcp/alternative-care-sites.html

Perioperative Industry Insight:

• CDC Guidance for Healthcare Professionals: https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-nCoV/hcp/index.html
• CDC: Click here for the latest CDC recommendations for COVID-19 screening
• CDC: Click here for guidance to determine whether a procedure is considered "elective" 
• CDC: CDC Guideline - Airborne Contaminant Removal 
• Click here for CMS March 30 announcement on regulatory changes impacting ASCs.
• Click here for CMS Emergency Declaration Blanket Waivers for healthcare providers.

Helpful Organizations:

• Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC): www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/index.html
• World Health Organization (WHO): www.who.int/emergencies/diseases/novel-coronavirus-2019

Educational Resources:

• LinkedIn Learning Resource: Remote Working: Setting Yourself and Your Teams Up for Success
• How to Access Non-Cloud-Based Software to Enable Remote Work: www.softwaretestinghelp.com/remote-desktop-software/