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SPECIALISTS SURGERY CENTER OF DEL MAR LLC is a Medicare-certified ambulatory surgery center located in SAN DIEGO, CA, offering same-day outpatient surgical procedures. Google rating: 4.3 out of 5 from 23 reviews.

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SPECIALISTS SURGERY CENTER OF DEL MAR LLC

san diego, CAMedicare Certified

Location & Directions

Address

12264 EL CAMINO REAL, STE. 55

SAN DIEGO, CA

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(858) 755-3937

Service Area

This provider serves patients in SAN DIEGO 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.

Ophthalmology (Eye Surgery)6
Cataract SurgeryThe clouded natural lens of the eye is removed and replaced with a clear artificial one. It is one of the most common outpatient procedures performed in the country, usually takes under 30 minutes per eye, and is done under light sedation with numbing drops rather than general anesthesia.LASIK / Refractive SurgeryA laser reshapes the cornea to correct nearsightedness, farsightedness, or astigmatism, reducing dependence on glasses or contacts. The procedure itself takes minutes per eye. Vision is often noticeably better within a day, though it can take several weeks to fully stabilize.Glaucoma SurgeryCreates a new drainage path for fluid inside the eye to lower internal pressure. Glaucoma damages the optic nerve silently, so the goal is preventing further vision loss rather than restoring vision already lost. Several minimally invasive options are now performed in outpatient settings.Retinal SurgeryRepairs the light-sensitive tissue at the back of the eye, most often for a detached or torn retina, or for bleeding related to diabetes. Timing matters — a detaching retina is treated urgently because delay increases the risk of permanent vision loss.Eyelid Surgery (Blepharoplasty)Removes excess skin and fat from the upper or lower eyelids. When drooping upper lids block part of the visual field, the procedure is functional rather than cosmetic and is often covered by insurance if visual field testing documents the obstruction.Corneal TransplantReplaces damaged or clouded corneal tissue with donor tissue. Modern techniques often replace only the affected layer rather than the full thickness, which shortens recovery. Vision improves gradually over months, and stitches may stay in place for a year or longer.

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: 93/100 (+0 vs natl avg 93)

Based on 181 surveys · 36% 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
93+0 vs national avg (93)
0↑ natl avg100
Would RecommendPatients who would definitely recommend this facility
93+1 vs national avg (92)
0↑ natl avg100
StaffPatients who rated staff care and professionalism highly
98+2 vs national avg (96)
0↑ natl avg100
CommunicationPatients who felt staff communicated well about their care
95+1 vs national avg (94)
0↑ natl avg100
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

Hospital Transfer Rate

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

0.03%

natl avg ~1.0%

Patient Fall Rate

% of patients who experienced a fall resulting in injury. Lower is better.

0.00%

natl avg ~0.1%

Patient Burn Rate

% of patients who experienced a burn during their procedure. Lower is better.

0.00%

natl avg ~0.03%

Wrong Site Surgery Rate

% of cases involving wrong-site, wrong-side, wrong-patient, or wrong-implant surgical events. Lower is better.

0.00%

natl avg ~0.01%

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.

What to Expect: Cataract Surgery
The procedure, the day of, and how vision changes after.
What to Expect: LASIK
Who it suits, what it costs, and recovery.
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.
Browse all patient resources

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Google Reviews

4.3
23 reviews
Bernice Smith

Bernice Smith

I'm happy to give a review of the Outpatient Surgery of Del Mar. It was an unexpected and pleasurable experience I had at this center. Everyone was pleasant and respectful and treated me with the utmost of concern. I was made comfortable and informed of each step they were to perform, way which help me to relax my questions and concerns were answered and everyone I asked a question was knowledgeable

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Hana Arjan

Hana Arjan

The location is not well marked with signage . It is in the lower level of the building and difficult to locate. They called me the day before and provided me with the time of the procedure. I waited 1.30 minutes in a small, windowless cramped waiting room. The nurse did call me in and took me to an another room. The room was messy. There was no hand washing before giving me the eye drops! I was sent back to the waiting room for more waiting. My procedure was less than -a minute long but there I was still waiting now also concerned with the hygiene of the place. I decided to leave as I could not wait any longer. I asked for a refund and the receptionist charged my card again instead of giving me a refund !!! I went out of network for this and experience. It is important to remember how much money we pay for healthcare here … the experience made me feel I was receiving this care as charity! I would not recommend. .

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Kristi M

Kristi M

I was treated wonderfully. There wasn't much of a waiting period, the admission process was quick and easy and everyone made sure I was informed and comfortable. I had an excellent experience with my eye surgery.

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Ed Kearns

Ed Kearns

My nurse Dawn and supporting team were amazing helping me through the nervousness if a surgical eye procedure, keeping me comfortable and informed, engaging with me the whole way. I felt their genuine care and professionalism. The tools they have to care for you are fantastic. I was in great hands. Thanks!

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Michael Edward

Michael Edward

I do NOT believe the HORRIBLE way I was treated. Your loved one is taken to surgery & you are NOT permitted to wait for them in the waiting area where there is WiFi. You're told that you may go to a nearby mall or to another floor where there is NO WiFi. The front desk staff is not apologetic in the least. They are quite happy to collect their money though. What an awful place. I don't know why a surgeon would ever choose to use this facility when there are so many others in San Diego that treat patients AND their loved ones with kindness and courtesy.

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Contact

Phone

(858) 755-3937

Website

www.nvisioncenters.com/locations/san-diego/outpatient-surgery-of-del-mar/?utm_source=organic&utm_medium=gmb

Years in Operation

13 years

Est. 2013

Ownership

For-Profit

Operating Rooms

3

Specialties

Ophthalmology
Medicare Certified

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Questions to Ask

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  • •What anesthesia options are available?
  • •What is the recovery process and follow-up care?
  • •Are there pre-op requirements (labs, fasting, etc.)?