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CENTRAL FLORIDA EYE INSTITUTE PL is a Medicare-certified ambulatory surgery center located in OCALA, FL, offering same-day outpatient surgical procedures. Google rating: 4.3 out of 5 from 70 reviews.

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CENTRAL FLORIDA EYE INSTITUTE PL

ocala, FLMedicare Certified

Location & Directions

Address

3133 SW 32ND AVE.

OCALA, FL

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(352) 237-8400

Service Area

This provider serves patients in OCALA and surrounding areas in FL.

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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.

Orthopaedic Surgery6
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.

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: 98/100 (+5 vs natl avg 93)

Based on 61 surveys · 48% 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
98+5 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
97+3 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.

Affiliated Surgeons

Surgeons affiliated with this facility based on NPPES NPI registry data.

MARYANN H BABETT, C.R.N.A.

Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist

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THOMAS L CROLEY, MD

Ophthalmology

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Surgeon affiliations are sourced from CMS NPPES data and may not reflect current practice arrangements. Contact the facility to confirm.

Preparing for Your Procedure

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

Knee Arthroscopy Recovery Timeline
Week by week, what to expect after.
Shoulder Arthroscopy Recovery
Sling time, therapy, and getting back to normal.
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.
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Google Reviews

4.3
70 reviews
Diana Stadlmueller

Diana Stadlmueller

Excellent eye care I first transferred to Dr Croley after experiencing poor quality from another provider and was immediately impressed with the high standards Dr Croley and his staff maintained. As a nurse and quality professional, both medical and customer service was and continues to be excellent. I experienced excellent care during recent cataract surgery. Simply the best.

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Rick Nickerson

Rick Nickerson

It has been three years since I began seeing Dr. Croley & the exceptional people who work at his office/eye care/surgery center. My eyes have been very well cared for since then. Cataract surgery, left eye injections, eye tests and excellent care for each event. I’m very happy (couldn’t tell, could you 😉) being a patient at his establishment.

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Samantha Dee

Samantha Dee

Patient name is Carmen Bonilla. DOS 11/3/25 Having worked for an eye doctor for 20 years in Miami Lakes I was nervous about seeing an ophthalmologist that was not my boss. But I have to say that I was so impressed with the office, the staff, the professionalism. I am not nervous anymore about having cataract surgery with a doctor hat is not my former boss. Thank you

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Elizabeth Vandenbush

Elizabeth Vandenbush

Dr Croley and his entired staff are dedicated professionals and very kind and courteous. Yesterday I saw a patient in distress come up to the receptionist with difficulty walking. The staff had her in a wheel chair and gave her immediate aid. Nice job ladies, and God bless all of you.

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Debbie Gangemi

Debbie Gangemi

I cannot say enough about how fantastic Dr. Croley and his entire staff are. I had sudden visions loss, found out it was due to cataract and needed surgery to correct it. This was a very scary situation for me and the staff went above and beyond to alleviate my fears. I had a successful outcome from surgery thanks to Dr Croley and team.

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Contact

Phone

(352) 237-8400

Website

centralfloridaeye.com/

Years in Operation

37 years

Est. 1989

Ownership

For-Profit

Accreditation

AAAHC

Operating Rooms

2

Specialties

Orthopaedic Surgery
Medicare Certified

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Questions to Ask

  • •Does my insurance cover this procedure here?
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  • •What is the facility's hospital transfer rate?
  • •What anesthesia options are available?
  • •What is the recovery process and follow-up care?
  • •Are there pre-op requirements (labs, fasting, etc.)?