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COLUMBIA EYE AND SPECIALTY SURGERY CENTER LTD is a Medicare-certified ambulatory surgery center located in TAMPA, FL, offering same-day outpatient surgical procedures. Google rating: 3.1 out of 5 from 22 reviews.

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COLUMBIA EYE AND SPECIALTY SURGERY CENTER LTD

tampa, FLMedicare Certified

Location & Directions

Address

4302 NORTH GOMEZ AVE

TAMPA, FL

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(813) 870-6330

Service Area

This provider serves patients in TAMPA 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.
Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery6
Breast Augmentation / ReductionBreast size is increased by placing implants, or decreased by removing breast tissue and skin and repositioning the remaining tissue. Reduction is often performed to relieve back, neck, and shoulder pain caused by breast weight.RhinoplastySurgery that reshapes the nose by altering the bone and cartilage beneath the skin. It is performed to change appearance, to correct breathing problems caused by internal structure, or both. Swelling takes months to fully resolve.FaceliftLiposuctionFat is suctioned out from beneath the skin through small tubes called cannulas, reshaping a specific area such as the abdomen, flanks, or thighs. It targets localized deposits and is a contouring procedure rather than a method of weight loss.Wound ReconstructionRebuilds skin and underlying tissue where a wound is too large or too damaged to close directly. Surgeons move nearby tissue, or transfer skin and muscle from elsewhere on the body, to cover the defect. Often follows trauma, infection, or cancer removal.Skin GraftingHealthy skin is taken from one area of the body and transplanted to cover a wound or burn elsewhere. Both the graft site and the donor site need care, and the donor site is often the more uncomfortable of the two.

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

Browse all procedures by specialtyCommon questions about outpatient surgery

Patient Experience Scores

Overall: 96/100 (+3 vs natl avg 93)

Based on 225 surveys · 38% 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
96+3 vs national avg (93)
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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)
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CommunicationPatients who felt staff communicated well about their care
96+2 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.

0.08%

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

3.1
22 reviews
Dan Bair

Dan Bair

Great place. The medical staff were not only extremely professional but extremely thoughtful of the patient. I had two cataracts removed in 2 consecutive weeks and have no complications. Evelyn, Anna, Don, Ramona and Beatrice you guys are the best. God bless you!! I am sure I left off someone that took care of me and I am sorry for omitting you in this review. Excellent experience for a rather scary surgery.

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Philip Bowers

Philip Bowers

I had an extensive eye surgery here with Dr. Lorenzen and everything went extremely well! He is a very kind person and a talented professional surgeon who ensures you know all the information /answers all questions on your surgery! The staff is amazing, pre opt, during the surgery and post opt! The surgery center is easy to find and has lots of parking! Once inside I was greeted and a nice lady checked me in, and I only waited about 15 minutes until being called back for pre opt! The waiting room is fine for you and your ride home and very clean! The call to schedule surgery and go over any last minute questions was polite and professional! 5 Stars to Dr. Lorenzen and the Tampa Eye and Specialty Surgery Center!

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Monica

Monica

Took my 80 yr old dad in for a lense replacement. His appt was 11;15. We sat in the waiting room. For almost 3 hours. The procedure is a 15 minute procedure. Its been an 1hour and he still not done. If you book an appt you should be seen within not more than 15 minutes. No doctor good or bad should make and elderly person wait this long as if the patience time isn't just as valuable. I'd find somewhere else to go with a better scheduling system.

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M W

M W

My mother's eye surgery was all completed,and no problem. Her cataracts were removed, and there were no issues. She said they were really nice she was made comfortable. Registration was made easy and efficient by Nathalia. Evelina and Beatriz are sweet and caring, Jessica & Tania, Debra great teamwork. Thanks, everyone, for making a 95-year-old lady comfortable and feeling safe.

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Peggy Junco-Collings

Peggy Junco-Collings

I had my cataracts done here and I’m so glad I did. The staff the nurses the doctors every one is so nice it was a pleasant experience. I had Dominic Prado he’s a wonderful doctor. I’ve heard from a neighbor of mine who had cataract surgery in Tarpon Springs and she had a horrible experience with St Lukes I’m glad I went to this facility for cataract surgery with my favorite eye doctor Dominic Prado. I wouldn’t go anywhere else. If I could give more stars I would. Peggy Junco

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Contact

Phone

(813) 870-6330

Website

www.tampaeyesurgery.com/?utm_campaign=corp_listings_mgmt&utm_source=google&utm_medium=business_listing

Years in Operation

39 years

Est. 1987

Ownership

For-Profit

Operating Rooms

2

Specialties

OphthalmologyPlastic and Reconstructive Surgery
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.)?