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COMMONWEALTH EYE SURGERY is a Medicare-certified ambulatory surgery center located in LEXINGTON, KY, offering same-day outpatient surgical procedures. Google rating: 4.8 out of 5 from 1136 reviews.

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COMMONWEALTH EYE SURGERY

lexington, KYMedicare Certified

Location & Directions

Address

2353 ALEXANDRIA DR

LEXINGTON, KY

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(859) 224-2655

Service Area

This provider serves patients in LEXINGTON and surrounding areas in KY.

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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.

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: 95/100 (+2 vs natl avg 93)

Based on 62 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
95+2 vs national avg (93)
0↑ natl avg100
Would RecommendPatients who would definitely recommend this facility
92+0 vs national avg (92)
0↑ natl avg100
StaffPatients who rated staff care and professionalism highly
98+2 vs national avg (96)
0↑ natl avg100
CommunicationPatients who felt staff communicated well about their care
91-3 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.

0.03%

natl avg ~1.0%

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.

HOWELL FINDLEY, OD

Optometrist

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JEFFREY JAMES BROWN, DMD

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LANCE STIRLING FERGUSON, M.D.

Ophthalmology

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MARION DOYLE FREANO, DMD

1223G0001X

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ROBERT MARTY SMITH, OD

Optometrist

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TANIA PATEL, OD

Optometrist

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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.

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

4.8
1136 reviews
Miranda Combs

Miranda Combs

Based on my recent experience, all of the staff at Commonwealth Eye Surgery was great. I am extremely complimentary of Andrea in the billing department. She was very professional, knowledgeable, and answered all my billing questions regarding the cost of LASIK. Hope to schedule my surgery soon!!!

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Sarah Golden

Sarah Golden

I came in for an evaluation for eye surgery. Dr. Smith was great. In addition to his medical expertise, he also had a true understanding for what I was experiencing, and how eye surgery would affect my quality of life. He took the time to carefully and completely answer all my questions and address all of my concerns. The rest of the staff I interacted with were all amazing, too. Everyone was knowledgeable and kind. I never felt pressured or rushed, and the whole experience was easy and seamless.

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Rodney Matejek

Rodney Matejek

The procedure went smoothly, and there were no issues with the process. The entire staff from the people that greet you when you enter, and the staff that explains what is going to happen as they do their work were extremely sympathetic which helped me get ready for the surgery. The results turned out better than they said it would. I was told that distance vision would be restored but that I might need reading glasses for small close up details. Somehow, I don't need any glasses at all! Their process turned back the clock forty years for me!!!

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Julie Harney

Julie Harney

This office is structured to get patients through with very much attention to patient experience. They have it down to a science and I enjoyed my whole time getting evaluated for my cataract surgery. The scheduler was amazing and very helpful and patient 5+ stars for this office.

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LaDonna Jaynes

LaDonna Jaynes

I was referred to CES for a cataract removal consult. Everyone was very nice and friendly. Dr. Findley took time to discuss my exam results with me and explain the options I had available. He treated me as though I was the only patient he had that day. He was calming and reassuring. When reviewing the cost and options, I never felt pressured to pick one option over the other or to rush through my decision. I had a very good experience here and would highly recommend them.

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Contact

Phone

(859) 224-2655

Website

www.commonwealtheyes.com/

Years in Operation

25 years

Est. 2001

Ownership

For-Profit

Accreditation

AAAHC

Operating Rooms

2

Specialties

Ophthalmology
Medicare Certified

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Questions to Ask

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  • •What anesthesia options are available?
  • •What is the recovery process and follow-up care?
  • •Are there pre-op requirements (labs, fasting, etc.)?