CLARKE COUNTY ENDOSCOPY CENTER DBA ATHENS CLARKE COUNTY ENDOSCOPY CENTER is a Medicare-certified ambulatory surgery center located in ATHENS, GA, offering same-day outpatient surgical procedures. Google rating: 3.7 out of 5 from 14 reviews.

CLARKE COUNTY ENDOSCOPY CENTER DBA ATHENS CLARKE COUNTY ENDOSCOPY CENTER

athens, GAMedicare Certified

Location & Directions

Address

340 NORTH MILLEDGE AVE, SUITE A

ATHENS, GA

Service Area

This provider serves patients in ATHENS and surrounding areas in GA.

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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.

ColonoscopyA flexible camera examines the full length of the colon to screen for cancer and remove polyps before they become cancerous. Done under sedation, it typically takes 30 to 60 minutes. The bowel prep the day before is the part most patients find hardest.Upper Endoscopy (EGD)A thin camera passed through the mouth examines the esophagus, stomach, and the first part of the small intestine. Used to investigate persistent heartburn, difficulty swallowing, unexplained bleeding, or abdominal pain. Usually takes 15 to 30 minutes under sedation.Flexible SigmoidoscopyExamines the lower portion of the colon only, rather than its full length. Preparation is lighter than a full colonoscopy and sedation is sometimes unnecessary, but it cannot detect problems higher in the colon.Capsule EndoscopyYou swallow a vitamin-sized camera that photographs the small intestine as it passes through β€” a region that standard scopes cannot easily reach. There is no sedation and no recovery. The capsule passes naturally, and images are reviewed after the fact.ERCPCombines endoscopy and X-ray imaging to diagnose and treat blockages in the bile and pancreatic ducts, most often gallstones stuck in a duct. Unlike a routine endoscopy, it carries a meaningful risk of pancreatitis afterward, so it is used when treatment is likely rather than for screening alone.Hemorrhoid TreatmentShrinks or removes swollen veins in the rectum and anus using rubber band ligation, injection, or surgical removal depending on severity. Banding is quick and typically requires no anesthesia; surgical removal is more effective for advanced cases but recovery is noticeably more uncomfortable.

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

Patient Experience Scores

Overall: 97/100 (+4 vs natl avg 93)

Based on 27 surveys Β· 25% 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
97+4 vs national avg (93)
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Would RecommendPatients who would definitely recommend this facility
96+4 vs national avg (92)
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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

Safe Surgery Checklist: 91.3% (natl avg ~97%)

Safe Surgery Checklist

% of surgical patients for whom a safe surgery checklist was used (ASC-9). Higher is better.

91.3%

natl avg ~97%

Hospital Transfer Rate

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

0.02%

natl avg ~1.0%

Patient Fall Rate

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

0.04%

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

3.7
14 reviews
Joe Heard

Joe Heard

This is truly a personal care for the customer business they leave no questions unanswered such a pleasure to go see someone that really cares for your health an I thank you all so much see you soonπŸ˜‰πŸ™‚ Joe Heard

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Thomas Nolan

Thomas Nolan

When I arrived to Gastroenterology Associates of Athens the medical professionals were wonderful and the procedure went well. However, there was no real person I could talk to, to answer my questions the day of my prep. I was sent to an AI robot and then a Call center, when I asked to talk to a real person. The gentleman at the foreign call center just told me to follow the written instructions. I felt helpless. I resorted to saying I was from a physicians office so I could speak with a real person.

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Ayushi Bhagat

Ayushi Bhagat

I had the worst experience of scheduling an appointment at this place. I was referred for an MD and my appointment was scheduled for May 19 but now when I called today to confirm, I was told that my appointment was scheduled with one of her PAs. Why? Why do you change things on your own? When I asked to reschedule, I was put on hold and then the person just vanished. Also, it was close to 5pm. That is there closing time. Why do you want to employ such cheap tactics in order to avoid dealing with people on the phone? You could have simply asked to call tomorrow.

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Cherrie C

Cherrie C

Horrible service! Super rude workers. I was trying to get an appointment then the woman on phone was super rude to me. I understand I’m not a native English speaker, but she was super impatient and used improper language to me.

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Jonathan Elam

Jonathan Elam

What an amazing Doctor and staff. Dr.Shepard and his staff are so professional, caring and knowledgeable. They are great at what they do. I had my first colonoscopy. From the time I checked in until it was all over the staff was very tentative to my care. The staff explained everything from A to Z. I was so nervous they made me feel like family, they reassured me, made me laugh and comfort me. Dr. Shepard talked to me before the procedure and afterwards as well. Then after the procedure one of his staff members walked me to the care holding on to me to make sure I didn't fall and get to the car safely. I wish I could give you more than 5 stars. Thank you for the gentle care.

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Years in Operation

10 years

Est. 2016

Ownership

Non-Profit

Accreditation

AAAASF

Operating Rooms

2

Specialties

Gastroenterology
Medicare Certified

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Questions to Ask

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