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DIGESTIVE MEDICAL CARE CENTER INC is a Medicare-certified ambulatory surgery center located in SAN CARLOS, CA, offering same-day outpatient surgical procedures. Google rating: 5.0 out of 5 from 9 reviews.

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DIGESTIVE MEDICAL CARE CENTER INC

san carlos, CAMedicare Certified

Location & Directions

Address

1000 A LAUREL ST

SAN CARLOS, CA

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(650) 596-8118

Service Area

This provider serves patients in SAN CARLOS and surrounding areas in CA.

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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.

Gastroenterology (GI Surgery)6
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.

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Patient Experience Scores

Overall: 99/100 (+6 vs natl avg 93)

Based on 55 surveys · 32% 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
99+6 vs national avg (93)
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Would RecommendPatients who would definitely recommend this facility
98+6 vs national avg (92)
0↑ natl avg100
StaffPatients who rated staff care and professionalism highly
100+4 vs national avg (96)
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CommunicationPatients who felt staff communicated well about their care
98+4 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: 99.3% (natl avg ~97%)

Safe Surgery Checklist

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

99.3%

natl avg ~97%

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

Preparing for Your Procedure

Guides covering what to expect before, during, and after outpatient surgery.

Colonoscopy Prep: What Actually Matters
The prep is the hard part — here is how to get through it.
Pre-Op Preparation Checklist
What to do in the weeks before your procedure, from two weeks out to the morning of.
What to Expect on Surgery Day
Arrival, check-in, the procedure itself, and discharge.
Understanding Anesthesia at an ASC
Sedation types, who administers it, and how recovery differs.
How to Read CAHPS Patient Experience Scores
What the survey scores above actually measure.
How Medicare Covers Outpatient Surgery
What Medicare pays at a certified ASC and what you owe.
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Google Reviews

5
9 reviews
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Dr.Kao is awesome i just left his office today after my colonoscopy. I drove 4hrs to be seen . We had our consultation over the phone saved me the trip. Colonoscopy was quick he removed polyps i had. Very little to minimal pain idk what they gave me but I dosed off for a while woke up feeling at ease knowing I had the best doc by my side. He got me in quickly. He is my go to gastrologist from here on out. Thankyou

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Vincenzo Cagno

Vincenzo Cagno

Dr. Roger Kao has been my gastroenterologist since I was just 12 years old. Now at age 20, I can honestly say that he has shown true compassion, and professionalism throughout my experience of being his patient. I have been able to chase my dreams, and live what most would say a normal life is like while battling Ulcerative Colitis. Not only is Dr. Kao great but even down to his team of receptionist’s. Colleen is amazing and always has taken care of me. During a rare occasion if Dr. Kao is on a vacation, Dr. Levenson is quick to step in and deliver the same level of care needed. Overall I have felt apart of the family during my experience with Digestive Care Center in San Carlos CA. The world needs more doctors like Roger Kao.

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Anna

Anna

Dr. Kao is a brilliant compassionate doctor! I wish we had more doctors like Dr. Kao. I HIGHLY recommend Digestive Care Medical Center. They are there for you. Dr. Kao takes the time to listen, support you and educate you beyond what other doctors would/do. Wonderful experience! His assistant and staff are so friendly and kind. They made me feel important and genuinely appreciated. I am forever grateful for this experience and people like Dr. Kao and his amazing team. Dr. Kao, you are simply THE BEST!

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Terry F

Terry F

Highly recommend Dr. Kao for routine colonoscopies. After turning 40 and with a family history, I've seen Dr. Kao 2x in the last 6 years for a colonoscopy. Both times were fast and stress free. Now, with the SuTab pills, the process is really easy. Dr. Kao made a sometimes embarrassing procedure very smooth. Get that colonoscopy if you're over 40!

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mihaela dinculescu

mihaela dinculescu

I am Canadian temporary living in USA ! Today I had my first colonoscopy ever ! I was stressed but I soon as I saw Dr Kao I felt safe and at ease ! His personality makes you forget about any stress !I was awake and watched the entire procedure and dr Kao answered all my questions ! It was amazing to see my colon inside ! Of course I had a little like bloating discomfort but the amazing nurse helping him helped him guide the scope from the outside by gently touching my belly ! I would totally recommend his practice to all my friends and everybody I know ! The preparation was really easy with Sutab tablets ! I would totally do the procedure again using Sutab and Dr Kao and awake ! I love the USA health care system ! In Canada is hard to get any tests done unless is an emergency ! Don’t get sedation you will be fine !

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Contact

Phone

(650) 596-8118

Website

www.digestivecarecenter.com/

Years in Operation

23 years

Est. 2003

Ownership

For-Profit

Accreditation

AAAHC

Operating Rooms

2

Specialties

Gastroenterology
Medicare Certified

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