CENTRAL ARIZONA ENDOSCOPY is a Medicare-certified ambulatory surgery center located in MESA, AZ, offering same-day outpatient surgical procedures. Google rating: 4.4 out of 5 from 59 reviews.

CENTRAL ARIZONA ENDOSCOPY

mesa, AZMedicare Certified

Location & Directions

Address

2158 NORTH GILBERT RD BUILDING 1 SUITE 103

MESA, AZ

Service Area

This provider serves patients in MESA and surrounding areas in AZ.

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Note on Service Area

This ambulatory surgery center serves patients in the surrounding area. Contact this surgery center directly to confirm service availability in your specific location.

Procedures Performed

Common outpatient procedures performed at this ambulatory surgery center, based on reported specialties.

ColonoscopyA flexible camera examines the full length of the colon to screen for cancer and remove polyps before they become cancerous. Done under sedation, it typically takes 30 to 60 minutes. The bowel prep the day before is the part most patients find hardest.Upper Endoscopy (EGD)A thin camera passed through the mouth examines the esophagus, stomach, and the first part of the small intestine. Used to investigate persistent heartburn, difficulty swallowing, unexplained bleeding, or abdominal pain. Usually takes 15 to 30 minutes under sedation.Flexible SigmoidoscopyExamines the lower portion of the colon only, rather than its full length. Preparation is lighter than a full colonoscopy and sedation is sometimes unnecessary, but it cannot detect problems higher in the colon.Capsule EndoscopyYou swallow a vitamin-sized camera that photographs the small intestine as it passes through — a region that standard scopes cannot easily reach. There is no sedation and no recovery. The capsule passes naturally, and images are reviewed after the fact.ERCPCombines endoscopy and X-ray imaging to diagnose and treat blockages in the bile and pancreatic ducts, most often gallstones stuck in a duct. Unlike a routine endoscopy, it carries a meaningful risk of pancreatitis afterward, so it is used when treatment is likely rather than for screening alone.Hemorrhoid TreatmentShrinks or removes swollen veins in the rectum and anus using rubber band ligation, injection, or surgical removal depending on severity. Banding is quick and typically requires no anesthesia; surgical removal is more effective for advanced cases but recovery is noticeably more uncomfortable.

Procedure list is based on CMS-reported specialty designations. Contact the facility to confirm specific procedures offered.

Patient Experience Scores

Overall: 96/100 (+3 vs natl avg 93)

Based on 221 surveys · 21% response rate

OAS CAHPS scores are linear means (0–100) from Medicare patient surveys. Higher is better. National averages shown for comparison.

Overall RatingPatients who gave the facility a high overall rating
96+3 vs national avg (93)
0↑ natl avg100
Would RecommendPatients who would definitely recommend this facility
95+3 vs national avg (92)
0↑ natl avg100
StaffPatients who rated staff care and professionalism highly
99+3 vs national avg (96)
0↑ natl avg100
CommunicationPatients who felt staff communicated well about their care
96+2 vs national avg (94)
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Source: OAS CAHPS (Outpatient and Ambulatory Surgery CAHPS) Survey, Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. Scores are linear means on a 0–100 scale.

Safety Metrics

Safe Surgery Checklist: 91.4% (natl avg ~97%)

Safe Surgery Checklist

% of surgical patients for whom a safe surgery checklist was used (ASC-9). Higher is better.

91.4%

natl avg ~97%

Hospital Transfer Rate

% of patients transferred to a hospital during or after their procedure (ASC-4). Lower is better.

0.08%

natl avg ~1.0%

Source: CMS ASC Quality Reporting Program. Data reflects Medicare patient outcomes reported by the facility.

Google Reviews

4.4
59 reviews
Esther Lopez

Esther Lopez

Had an upper endoscopy procedure done here. Dr. Sara Ancello was fantastic! My nurses Ashley and Ryan were also fantastic, as well as, the anesthesiologist. Everyone made me feel so comfortable!

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Gina Thompson

Gina Thompson

The staff is wonderful and professionally comforting. Thank you to all that was there on Dec 9th 2025.

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islandgirlnaz

islandgirlnaz

Dr Ancello you are an absolutely wonderful doctor! The front office is warm and welcoming. Procedure was on time, no long wait. I am so lucky to have your care. Thank you

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Alexis Pastor

Alexis Pastor

I had a procedure done this week that went smooth and painless. I have always been a hard IV stick so a special shout out to Ryan who was able to get my IV started on her first try. Thank you!

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Eric Little

Eric Little

Misleading Costs & Multiple Surprise Bills Review: I was initially told that my total out-of-pocket cost for the procedure would be $1,100, which seemed manageable. That estimate came from both Central Arizona Endoscopy and Arizona Gastrointestinal Associates, so I moved forward expecting that was all I’d be responsible for. In addition to that, I had an initial doctor’s appointment where I was told there would be a separate charge — I can’t recall the exact amount, but I accepted it at the time assuming everything was transparent and accurate. Since then, I’ve been billed by two additional providers that were never discussed up front. Between all the bills from different sources, I’m now paying significantly more than I was led to believe. The lack of clear communication between the offices and failure to provide a realistic full-cost estimate has been incredibly frustrating. Patients deserve transparency — not surprise bills weeks or months after the fact. I would strongly advise others to get detailed cost breakdowns in writing and verify exactly who will be billing you before moving forward with any services at these facilities.

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Years in Operation

20 years

Est. 2006

Ownership

For-Profit

Accreditation

AAAHC

Operating Rooms

2

Specialties

Gastroenterology
Medicare Certified

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