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SOUTH SHORE ENDOSCOPY CENTER INC is a Medicare-certified ambulatory surgery center located in BRAINTREE, MA, offering same-day outpatient surgical procedures. Google rating: 3.3 out of 5 from 21 reviews.

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SOUTH SHORE ENDOSCOPY CENTER INC

braintree, MAMedicare Certified

Location & Directions

Address

659 WASHINGTON ST. SUITE 2

BRAINTREE, MA

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(781) 849-9577

Service Area

This provider serves patients in BRAINTREE and surrounding areas in MA.

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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.

Gastroenterology (GI Surgery)6
ColonoscopyA flexible camera examines the full length of the colon to screen for cancer and remove polyps before they become cancerous. Done under sedation, it typically takes 30 to 60 minutes. The bowel prep the day before is the part most patients find hardest.Upper Endoscopy (EGD)A thin camera passed through the mouth examines the esophagus, stomach, and the first part of the small intestine. Used to investigate persistent heartburn, difficulty swallowing, unexplained bleeding, or abdominal pain. Usually takes 15 to 30 minutes under sedation.Flexible SigmoidoscopyExamines the lower portion of the colon only, rather than its full length. Preparation is lighter than a full colonoscopy and sedation is sometimes unnecessary, but it cannot detect problems higher in the colon.Capsule EndoscopyYou swallow a vitamin-sized camera that photographs the small intestine as it passes through — a region that standard scopes cannot easily reach. There is no sedation and no recovery. The capsule passes naturally, and images are reviewed after the fact.ERCPCombines endoscopy and X-ray imaging to diagnose and treat blockages in the bile and pancreatic ducts, most often gallstones stuck in a duct. Unlike a routine endoscopy, it carries a meaningful risk of pancreatitis afterward, so it is used when treatment is likely rather than for screening alone.Hemorrhoid TreatmentShrinks or removes swollen veins in the rectum and anus using rubber band ligation, injection, or surgical removal depending on severity. Banding is quick and typically requires no anesthesia; surgical removal is more effective for advanced cases but recovery is noticeably more uncomfortable.

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: 93/100 (+0 vs natl avg 93)

Based on 175 surveys · 14% 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
93+0 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
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.

0.06%

natl avg ~1.0%

Patient Fall Rate

% of patients who experienced a fall resulting in injury. Lower is better.

0.01%

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.

Preparing for Your Procedure

Guides covering what to expect before, during, and after outpatient surgery.

Colonoscopy Prep: What Actually Matters
The prep is the hard part — here is how to get through it.
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.
How Medicare Covers Outpatient Surgery
What Medicare pays at a certified ASC and what you owe.
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Google Reviews

3.3
21 reviews
Elizabeth Pedersen

Elizabeth Pedersen

Today I was placed on hold for 39 minutes exactly to schedule a follow up appointment which they had cancelled in the fall. Absolutely ridiculous.

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Chris Williamson

Chris Williamson

All things considered while getting my 1st colonoscopy, the process was very professional, on time, things were explained start to finish, and the staff was amazing. Receptionist, nurses, Dr. Conan, and others were all very kind and make you feel comfortable. Procedure was not a big deal and I was in and out of there in about 1.5 hours. I don’t have any other places to compare to, but the staff here was terrific and I left with no questions or pain. A+

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Charles Burrell

Charles Burrell

I recently had a procedure at this location and was extremely impressed by the staff. The receptionist was very helpful and “cheerful” knowing that the procedure is a difficult one. The nurses, anesthesiologist and the doctors all explained everything step by step and in layman’s terms. They were compassionate and caring. I would highly recommend this facility.

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Teresa G

Teresa G

I just had a colonoscopy with this group and as other reviews pointed out there was no anesthesia mild sedation was the as others have pointed out. I have had three other procedures and this was never the case. The nurse said he called and informed me that this would be the case but he never truly differentiated what that would mean I am not a medical person he should have been clear. Never again with this group stay away. I wish I had read these reviews ahead of time. Please go elsewhere this is not a good place.

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Amy Ricketts

Amy Ricketts

Excellent experience. Liked the miralax/ducolax prep approach. The facility itself was good - amazing staff. From doctors to nurses everyone so kind. They know what they are doing people are in and out efficiently. I had the conscious sedation and it was no issue at all - I was comfortable, felt nothing and was out of it/asleep for most. I was worried after a previous review and was a non issue. Also, they played Yacht rock at my request as I drifted away..

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Contact

Phone

(781) 849-9577

Website

www.brighamandwomens.org/harbor-medical-associates/south-shore-endoscopy

Years in Operation

29 years

Est. 1997

Ownership

Non-Profit

Accreditation

AAAHC

Operating Rooms

4

Specialties

Gastroenterology
Medicare Certified

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