LIGHTHOUSE SURGERY CENTER is a Medicare-certified ambulatory surgery center located in HARTFORD, CT, offering same-day outpatient surgical procedures. Google rating: 4.8 out of 5 from 48 reviews.

LIGHTHOUSE SURGERY CENTER

hartford, CTMedicare Certified

Location & Directions

Address

129 WOODLAND STREET

HARTFORD, CT

Service Area

This provider serves patients in HARTFORD and surrounding areas in CT.

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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.

Knee ArthroscopyA camera and small instruments are inserted through incisions the size of a buttonhole to repair cartilage, trim a torn meniscus, or remove loose fragments. Because the joint is not opened fully, recovery is far faster than traditional open knee surgery.Shoulder ArthroscopyUses a small camera and instruments through tiny incisions to repair the shoulder joint — commonly for impingement, labral tears, or damaged cartilage. Most patients go home the same day and begin physical therapy within the first week.ACL ReconstructionRebuilds the torn anterior cruciate ligament using a graft, since a fully torn ACL does not heal on its own. The surgery itself is outpatient, but returning to cutting and pivoting sports typically takes nine to twelve months of structured rehabilitation.Rotator Cuff RepairReattaches torn tendons in the shoulder to the bone. Pain relief often comes well before strength does — a sling is typical for several weeks and full recovery commonly takes four to six months, with physical therapy doing much of the work.Carpal Tunnel ReleaseCuts the ligament pressing on the median nerve at the wrist to relieve numbness, tingling, and night pain in the hand. The procedure takes about 15 minutes under local anesthesia. Night symptoms often improve immediately; grip strength returns over several weeks.Joint ReplacementDamaged joint surfaces are replaced with implants, most commonly at the knee or hip. Once exclusively a hospital procedure, selected healthy patients now have this done at surgery centers and go home the same day with a structured recovery plan.
Epidural Steroid InjectionsSteroid medication is injected near irritated spinal nerve roots to calm inflammation causing sciatica or arm pain. Often used to make physical therapy tolerable rather than as a standalone cure. There are limits on how frequently they can be repeated.Nerve Block InjectionsAnesthetic, sometimes with steroid, is injected around a specific nerve to interrupt pain signals. Used both to treat pain and to identify its source, since relief from a precisely placed block points to the nerve responsible.Radiofrequency AblationHeat generated by radio waves disables the small nerves carrying pain signals from an arthritic spinal joint. Relief commonly lasts six months to two years. Because the nerves regenerate over time, the procedure can be repeated.Spinal Cord StimulationA device delivers mild electrical pulses to the spinal cord to interrupt chronic pain signals before they reach the brain. A temporary trial period is done first, so you can judge the benefit before committing to a permanent implant.Joint InjectionsSteroid or lubricating medication is injected directly into an arthritic or inflamed joint. Image guidance is often used to confirm placement. Relief typically lasts weeks to months and can make physical therapy more productive.Trigger Point InjectionsA local anesthetic is injected into a taut, tender knot of muscle to break the spasm-and-pain cycle. The appointment takes minutes and you can usually return to normal activity the same day.

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

Patient Experience Scores

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

Based on 155 surveys · 42% 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)
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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

Hospital Transfer Rate

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

0.07%

natl avg ~1.0%

Patient Fall Rate

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

0.02%

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.

Google Reviews

4.8
48 reviews
Cal Lopez

Cal Lopez

Jade at the front made my experience feel like a home visit. Thanks to her I feel much more comfortable and confident in my decision with lighthouse.

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Haley McInerney

Haley McInerney

I just had my first ever surgery at lighthouse surgical center. Having my surgery done by Dr. Ha and his team was the best decision I could have made. Everyone I interacted with was compassionate, caring, personable and highly knowledgeable. I was scared and nervous for my surgery but the nurse taking care of me eased my worries and I felt confident in everyone's expertise. My overall experience at lighthouse surgery center was amazing and exceeded my expectations. I am beyond grateful to have had my surgery done there. Thank you to the team that took care of me. I appreciate you all 🩷

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Bill Hannon

Bill Hannon

Was greeted by Taylor,and Taryn for pre op . Made me feel comfortable. MD McAllister did a great job replacing my knee. And Maya and Sue greeted me at post op. Very thorough with the discharge info and PT instructions. Finally received a call from Debbie to go over yesterday's procedure and any follow up questions. All in all a very good experience. Thanks everyone.

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Colleen Provancher

Colleen Provancher

I had finger surgery here at Lighthouse Center and I must say if I can give more than five stars I would . My experience was amazing! From Jade in the receptionist area to all of my pre op nurse Kaley. With my OR staff Brent RN fully explaining anesthesia process also including Amanda & Elizabeth. My recovering staff for making it easy going knowing that I have bad anxiety. The facility is absolutely beautiful, clean and the staffs professionalism, communication skills, patience with welcoming nature contributed to making my stay a very less stressful. I wouldn't go anywhere else! Thanks again!

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Christina Holzberger

Christina Holzberger

My husband has had 2 orthopedic surgeries here so far. Both times the drs were great, surgeries went well, and I received a phone call post op to notify me how everything went. The waiting area is very clean and nicely designed, with couches, chairs, booths, small tables that can be moved around, and even a desk/ workstation area. There's also a vending machine and coffee refreshment station. Bathrooms are clean as well. Staff were very friendly, and the check in process has been quick both times. The cost surgery things ran behind so my husband was waiting in pre op for a while, the second surgery was a bit more on time. Either way, about an hour in pre op should be expected. If you are waiting there while your loved one has surgery, they give you a parking pass for your car. They have a dedicated discharge area where they release the patient so you can drive around and pull up right at the door to pick them up and take them home.

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Years in Operation

6 years

Est. 2020

Ownership

For-Profit

Accreditation

AAAHC

Operating Rooms

6

Specialties

Orthopaedic SurgeryInterventional Pain Medicine
Medicare Certified

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