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OCALA EYE SURGERY CENTER INC is a Medicare-certified ambulatory surgery center located in OCALA, FL, offering same-day outpatient surgical procedures. Google rating: 4.4 out of 5 from 80 reviews.

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OCALA EYE SURGERY CENTER INC

ocala, FLMedicare Certified

Location & Directions

Address

3330 SW 33RD RD.

OCALA, FL

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(352) 873-9311

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.

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: 94/100 (+1 vs natl avg 93)

Based on 63 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
94+1 vs national avg (93)
0↑ natl avg100
Would RecommendPatients who would definitely recommend this facility
97+5 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
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.

0.13%

natl avg ~1.0%

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

Affiliated Surgeons

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

DERECK PETTIFORD, CRNA

Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist

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DONNA J LYNESS, CRNA

Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist

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JEFFREY MINTEL, CRNA

Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist

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JOSHUA CLIFF PHILLIPS, CRNA

Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist

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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.

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

4.4
80 reviews
Lou Ferraro

Lou Ferraro

Dr. Polack was born to be a great surgeon....!! I personally requested him to perform cataract surgery on both my eyes. I was 20/50 in one eye and 20/70 in the other. After surgery, I'm 20/20 in both eyes now. I don't need any type of glasses for distance any more, except to read very small print. It's truly a miracle. I haven't seen the world like this in decades. I'm truly grateful to him and his wonderful staff. "Thank you ALL for what you do" 💕.

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connie smith

connie smith

I want to thank all these individuals who made my experience there much better! If I miss someone, or spell a name wrong, I apologize. Yari, Jennifer H., Sarah, Justine, Brandi, Debby, Brooke and Amy K. Great surgical care team! I will probably see most of them again on Monday the 19th for my other eye. Looking forward to it! But, I mustn't forget my wonderful doctor, Jodie Armstrong. Hope I got her name right!

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Jeanne Louise

Jeanne Louise

Great experience! Jess helped me right away. I told her i don't have "vision" insurance coverage. She verified that my medical insurance covered my eye exam. Then Alex tested my eyes and took retinal photos. Dr. reviewed everything and I was good to go. Smooth process!

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william barker

william barker

Dr. Kim is very professional and patient friendly. Her nursing staff were wonderful making my surgery so much easier. Each one was very sociable and even shared their opinions on various currant issues.

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Nancy Vece

Nancy Vece

Nursing staff were very kind and efficient. I spoke with the anesthesiologist prior to my surgery and he was calm and informative, putting me at ease. Dr Kim was exceptional. She was bright, friendly and made me feel very comfortable. During the surgery, her conversations with the nursing staff were very relaxing, making me feel like I was hanging out with good friends.

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Contact

Phone

(352) 873-9311

Website

ocalaeye.com/

Years in Operation

30 years

Est. 1996

Ownership

For-Profit

Operating Rooms

6

Specialties

Ophthalmology
Medicare Certified

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Questions to Ask

  • •Does my insurance cover this procedure here?
  • •What is the surgeon's experience with this procedure?
  • •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.)?