Medication oversight for ambulatory surgery centers

Survey-ready medication management.

Pharmacist-led on-site reviews and ongoing support aligned with CMS Conditions for Coverage and applicable AAAHC, Joint Commission, state, and federal medication-management requirements.

7Oregon ASCs currently supported
15+Years of pharmacy expertise
1:1Direct access to your consultant
Cascadia Pharmacy Consulting — mortar and pestle with Cascade mountains

Pharmacist-owned and operated.

Facility-specific guidance.

Clear documentation of active oversight.

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What we do

Medication oversight built for compliance.

Focused support for administrators and clinical leaders who need medication-management practices aligned with CMS Conditions for Coverage, AAAHC Medication Management standards, and applicable state and federal laws—with clear supporting documentation and fewer survey-day surprises.

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On-site medication reviews

A practical, facility-specific assessment of medication storage, security, labeling, preparation and administration practices.

02

Controlled-substance oversight

Review of current controlled-substance practices and documentation, with attention to accountability, diversion risk, and compliance with applicable state and federal laws and regulations.

03

Policy & procedure readiness

Medication policies, staff practices, and supporting records reviewed against CMS Conditions for Coverage, AAAHC expectations, and applicable state requirements.

04

Corrective-action support

Prioritized findings, practical guidance, training support, and follow-up that help turn an annual visit into ongoing evidence of active oversight.

Inside the review

A focused path to survey readiness.

Each on-site review is tailored to your facility and guided by applicable AAAHC Medication Management standards.

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Medication storage and security

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High-alert and look-alike/sound-alike medications

03

Schedule II–V accountability

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Emergency medications & crash carts

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Procedure cart audits

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Medication preparation & labeling

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Expired, recalled & wasted medications

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Staff education & policy alignment

A better annual visit

Assessment is the beginning—not the deliverable.

Before

Prepare

Review current policies, previous survey findings, and medication-management priorities identified by facility leadership.

On site

Assess

Conduct a hands-on review of medication-use practices through direct observation, documentation review, and staff collaboration.

After

Support

Provide documented findings, actionable recommendations, and training and follow-up support.

Amy Moore, ASC consultant pharmacistAmy Moore, PharmD
Consultant Pharmacist

Meet your consultant

More than 15 years of pharmacy experience. Reliable partnership. Practical results.

Amy Moore brings extensive consulting experience across ambulatory surgery centers and long-term care facilities, helping clinical teams translate medication standards into reliable day-to-day practice.

Amy’s approach is warm, collaborative, and practical. She listens to each team’s concerns, explains the reasoning behind her recommendations, and helps identify clear, achievable next steps. Clients work directly with Amy throughout the process—from initial planning and on-site assessment through recommendations, training, and follow-up.

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Professional reach

Licensed in four states.

Amy maintains active pharmacist licenses in Oregon, Washington, Texas, and Nevada.

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On siteOn-site consulting is available in Oregon and Southwest Washington.

RemoteRemote consulting services are available where permitted in all four states.

Service options vary based on location, consulting needs, and applicable state requirements.

Start with a 20-minute conversation

Is your medication program ready for a closer look?

Let’s discuss your current consultant-pharmacist model, upcoming survey priorities, and what useful ongoing oversight could look like for your center.

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