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COLUMBIA SURGICAL INSTITUTE LLC is a Medicare-certified ambulatory surgery center located in ELKRIDGE, MD, offering same-day outpatient surgical procedures. Google rating: 3.9 out of 5 from 11 reviews.

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COLUMBIA SURGICAL INSTITUTE LLC

elkridge, MDMedicare Certified

Location & Directions

Address

6020 MEADOWRIDGE CENTER DR

ELKRIDGE, MD

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(443) 275-7800

Service Area

This provider serves patients in ELKRIDGE and surrounding areas in MD.

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

Based on 66 surveys · 23% 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
98+6 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
95+1 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.

0.05%

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.

AZAM SYED HUSAIN, MD

Ophthalmology

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DANIEL JOEL ZEMEL, DDS - MAY 17, 2019

122300000X

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JOSEPH VOJTKO, DO

Ophthalmology

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LIYA GOITOM, DDS

122300000X

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OLGA A SHIF, MD

Student (Health Care)

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SAMIA AZHAR

1223G0001X

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+ 1 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

3.9
11 reviews
Samantha Harris

Samantha Harris

Went this week for my second cataract procedure and everything went perfectly. The nurses were wonderful, extremely attentive and professional. Dr. Tam (anesthesiologist) was so informative and knowledgeable. She even threw in a priceless sense of humor which made it so much easier. My doctor, Dr. Ali, was as outstanding as always. The center was spotless, and staff was above my hopes and expectations.

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Farhana Zar

Farhana Zar

I am here today for my father eye surgery, the lady work at reception on 06/30/2025 at 9am . She has a very bad attitude with me , I am upset about my father surgery and talk to my daughter on phone , and she cursing at me . Very bad attitude

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Debbie Griffith

Debbie Griffith

Went yesterday for cataract procedure and had issue with heartrate being very low. The staff was amazing and so reassuring to me and my hubby. Kept me calm and called EMT and what can I say just awesome. I am fine and going back soon to have cataract done, would definitely recommend.

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brenda johnson

brenda johnson

I am Scheduled for surgery at this location all of the staff have been very helpful. Just an fyi they let you know well in advance that you cannot be dropped off and that someone must stay while you are having your procedure.

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Dr. Gottlieb

Dr. Gottlieb

Modern facility with cheerful, friendly, and helpful staff. Welcoming environment for outpatient procedures, which is goog because, mo matter what, no one really wants a surgical procedure, whether in-patient or out-patient.

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Contact

Phone

(443) 275-7800

Website

www.select-eyecare.com/info/columbia-surgical-institute

Years in Operation

13 years

Est. 2013

Ownership

For-Profit

Accreditation

Joint Commission

Operating Rooms

3

Specialties

Ophthalmology
Medicare Certified

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Questions to Ask

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