HEMLOCK AMBULATORY SURGERY CENTER LLC is a Medicare-certified ambulatory surgery center located in MACON, GA, offering same-day outpatient surgical procedures. Google rating: 2.6 out of 5 from 17 reviews.

HEMLOCK AMBULATORY SURGERY CENTER LLC

macon, GAMedicare Certified

Location & Directions

Address

101 PRESTON CT SUITE 104

MACON, GA

Service Area

This provider serves patients in MACON 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.

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.

Patient Experience Scores

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

Based on 37 surveys · 29% 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)
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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)
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CommunicationPatients who felt staff communicated well about their care
98+4 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.

Google Reviews

2.6
17 reviews
S. Jones

S. Jones

I was overwhelmed by the compassionate care, guidance and support I received from the staff at Hemlock Pain Center. I am grateful for the entire team.

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Rhonda Faircloth

Rhonda Faircloth

These Doctors are the best at what they do, Dr Tafor is the best I’ve ever experienced when having an injection for pain, he knows exactly where to inject the medication to help with the area where the pain is and my injections have eased my pain for 2 years in many cases. Thank you Hemlock Pain Center!

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Susan Cloutier

Susan Cloutier

This outfit really needs to get it together. I knew they had horrible reviews, but gave them a chance because there was a wait at the other pain clinic. The staff is super nice , however, nothing gets done. You literally have to call two or three times to get your medication if you see the Nurse Practitioner. This happened on more than one occasion. The billing department stinks. I have been going there for four months and had one questionable charge I called about several times. No response. I went ahead and paid it. Another charge popped up although I hadn’t had any procedures done. I called Theresa in billing again, still no response. The receptionist sent her a note. Still, no response. I’ve had it with this place. This is not the only outfit in town. From here on out I will heed reviews, there’s a reason people write them.

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Dave Jergen

Dave Jergen

I brought my medically complex disabled child here and regret subjecting my child to this doctor. The doctor said my child's autism "must be mild" and also asked how long "has that been going on" referring to him being transgender. Not only are both of these topics irrelevant to care, but his antiquated and inappropriate rhetoric about both subjects is disturbing from a medical professional. After answering his mostly irrelevant questions, the doctor told us he cannot treat pain without a diagnosis (we are waiting for genomic sequencing results, but why hurt now when there are treatments and medications that may help). I'll be looking into a more formal way to voice my concerns .

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Staci Erwin

Staci Erwin

On your first appointment the staff is excellent. They take the time to go over everything. BUT, after your first year you are no longer important to them as they are only interested in the new clients. Whatever you do don't see the doctors. The nurse practitioner is the better way to go. They are horrible. You will wait at least an hour to see them and you get exactly five minutes with them. They don't follow through with your medicine and leaving messages for them gets you no response. If you want to be treated fairly, go with a different pain center.

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Years in Operation

13 years

Est. 2013

Ownership

For-Profit

Accreditation

AAAHC

Operating Rooms

1

Specialties

Interventional Pain Medicine
Medicare Certified

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Questions to Ask

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  • Are there pre-op requirements (labs, fasting, etc.)?