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GROSSNICKLE EYE CENTER INC is a Medicare-certified ambulatory surgery center located in WARSAW, IN, offering same-day outpatient surgical procedures. Google rating: 4.9 out of 5 from 2142 reviews.

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GROSSNICKLE EYE CENTER INC

warsaw, INMedicare Certified

Location & Directions

Address

2251 DUBOIS DR.

WARSAW, IN

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(574) 269-2777

Service Area

This provider serves patients in WARSAW and surrounding areas in IN.

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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.

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Patient Experience Scores

Overall: 92/100 (-1 vs natl avg 93)

Based on 35 surveys · 20% 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
92-1 vs national avg (93)
0↑ natl avg100
Would RecommendPatients who would definitely recommend this facility
94+2 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
94+0 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.

0.01%

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.

0.01%

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.

ALLISON ANNE PERNIC, M.D.

Ophthalmology

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ANDREW PAUL JANKOWSKI

Optometrist

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ANN K BUIKEMA WIARDA, MD

Ophthalmology

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ANN U MADDEN, OD

Optometrist

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BRUCE P GROSSNICKLE, M.D.

Ophthalmology

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CHRISTOPHER D KNIGHT, M.D.

Ophthalmology

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+ 9 more affiliated surgeons on record

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

4.9
2142 reviews
Ernestine Ashford

Ernestine Ashford

My encounter at gross nickel was awesome. I was greeted upon entering the facility. Offered refreshments with kindness and courteous hospitality. The staff was professional, knowledgeable, and friendly. Dr. Ralston was proficient and explained my options in language that I understood. The nurse scheduler accommodated my life style. Thanks all!

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Martha

Martha

I started being a patient at Grossnickle Eye Center at age 5 and now at age 36 i am still a patient at Grossnickle Eye Center. Dr. Mark has been my eye doctor for 20 years now and he is awesome, he and the staff are always kind and caring and they always treat me like I am a part of the family! My two children get to also be patients of Dr. Mark and he is always gentle towards them and takes the extra patience that it takes with my special needs son ! Dr. Mark and staff are a blessing to me !

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Deb C

Deb C

Dr. Ralstin made me feel at ease at Grossnickle; everyone there made me feel comfortable. They all seem very competent in their jobs and they work efficiently. They worked me through the process with kindness and proficiency. Dr. Ralstin has a quiet confidence which helped me know that I was in good hands. What a relief!

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cindy barnett

cindy barnett

This visit was MUCH better than my last visit. This doctor was very personable & made me feel like he was actually listening to what I was saying. Unlike my LAST visit Dr. Knight talked to me as the intelligent person I feel I am. Although he was on a tight schedule he took the time to explain what was going on with my eye & gave me options for treatment. I would recommend Dr. Knight anytime for your optical needs.

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Philip Steele

Philip Steele

Excellent experience for my appointment on Friday. For as busy as what the office was that day I was pleased with how quickly I was taken care of. Very pleased with my exam with the doctor. Very pleased with him taking the time to answer my questions and explain in a way that was very easy to understand.

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Contact

Phone

(574) 269-2777

Website

gecenter.com/?utm_source=GMBSocialClimb&utm_medium=GrossnickleEyeCenter

Years in Operation

39 years

Est. 1987

Ownership

For-Profit

Operating Rooms

4

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.)?