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HUGHSTON SURGICAL CENTER LLC is a Medicare-certified ambulatory surgery center located in COLUMBUS, GA, offering same-day outpatient surgical procedures. Google rating: 4.8 out of 5 from 3404 reviews.

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HUGHSTON SURGICAL CENTER LLC

columbus, GAMedicare Certified

Location & Directions

Address

6262 VETERANS PKWY UNIT. B

COLUMBUS, GA

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(706) 324-6661

Service Area

This provider serves patients in COLUMBUS 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.

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.
Interventional Pain Management6
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.

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Patient Experience Scores

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

Based on 298 surveys · 37% 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
97+5 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

Hospital Transfer Rate

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

0.09%

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.

Affiliated Surgeons

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

SALLYE ANNE MCGRORY, FNP-C

Nurse Practitioner

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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.
What to Expect: Epidural Steroid Injection
What it treats and how long relief lasts.
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.
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Google Reviews

4.8
3404 reviews
Linda goldman

Linda goldman

Dr. Watson‘s nurse was very warm and inviting. I was impressed with his PAs knowledge. She patiently explained all my options if surgery was necessary. Dr. Watson went over the options, and then gave me his best advice as to what should be done to correct the problem with my foot. He answered any questions I had and really put me at ease about the surgery. I have complete and total confidence in Dr. Watson.

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Remy P. Tio

Remy P. Tio

Dr. Tucker & his co doctors are very approachable. They all understand the patients situation. Also the front desk and the schedules are amazing. They will do their best to accommodate you in any date you want unless dates are full. But all in all. Everyone is helpful. Photos are inside the room while waiting the doctor to see me.

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Carrie Burton

Carrie Burton

Dr. McDonald was professional, knowledgeable, attentive, and very personable. I appreciate the friendly, helpful staff. I would certainly recommend Dr. McDonald, and will be seeing him again next week for a surgery. Carrie Burton I posted the above review before I found out I won’t be having surgery because of a rookie mistake by a member of hi clerical staff.

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Stefanie Sanon

Stefanie Sanon

Erika listened to me and had a conversation with my doctor (Westlund). I appreciate her for listening and following through for me. I am also great to have such a doctor who heard me and not gaslight me. Dr. Westlund thank you for listening and understanding that not all people heal as fast as others.

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Mick Erwin

Mick Erwin

Dr. Young was very knowledgeable and professional, had a good but casual bedside manor, and has the ability to put the patient at ease. Apparently the staff had overbooked him because I waited approximately 45 minutes on him after I was seated in the examination room before he came in. I don't blame Dr. Young at all. Rather, I hold the system and management responsible for the long delays.

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Contact

Phone

(706) 324-6661

Website

ga.hughston.com/locations/columbus/?utm_source=GMB&utm_medium=ColumbusClinic

Years in Operation

14 years

Est. 2012

Ownership

For-Profit

Accreditation

AAAHC

Operating Rooms

2

Specialties

Orthopaedic SurgeryInterventional Pain Medicine
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.)?