Below is information on Office-Based Surgery (OBS) rules, regulations and accreditation requirements for New York state. This is information only. Rules change often. Please confirm with your state regulators the current status and requirements for an office-based surgical suite. Last Updated 2021.
No level of anesthesia is excluded. OBS Guidelines are referred to as Article 28. In New York OBS is highly regulated.
The State of New York enacted a law mandating accreditation of all office-based surgery practices by 1 OF 3 AGENCIES: AAAASF, AAAHC, or Joint Commission.
https://www.health.ny.gov/professionals/office-based_surgery/law/docs/230-d.pdf
Good Frequently-Asked Questions (FAQ) document below:
https://www.health.ny.gov/professionals/office-based_surgery/obs_faq.htm