CATARACT AND LASER CENTER WEST LLC is a Medicare-certified ambulatory surgery center located in WEST SPRINGFIELD, MA, offering same-day outpatient surgical procedures. Google rating: 4.1 out of 5 from 25 reviews.

CATARACT AND LASER CENTER WEST LLC

west springfield, MAMedicare Certified

Location & Directions

Address

171 INTERSTATE DR

WEST SPRINGFIELD, MA

Service Area

This provider serves patients in WEST SPRINGFIELD 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.

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.
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.

Patient Experience Scores

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

Based on 349 surveys · 44% 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)
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Would RecommendPatients who would definitely recommend this facility
95+3 vs national avg (92)
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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.

0.00%

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.

Surgeon affiliations are sourced from CMS NPPES data and may not reflect current practice arrangements. Contact the facility to confirm.

Google Reviews

4.1
25 reviews
Penny Lebel

Penny Lebel

The staff was extremely wonderful and caring. I have never been treated so well.

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Chris Abbott

Chris Abbott

Phenomenal Experience at the Cataract & Laser Center Today, I had my first cataract surgery at the Cataract & Laser Center on Interstate Drive in West Springfield, MA, with a 6:45 AM appointment. Far too often, people focus on the negative, so I wanted to share my positive experience and express my gratitude for the incredible care I received. From the moment I walked in, every single staff member I encountered—from the front desk to the waiting room, the pre-op team, and the surgical staff—was warm, welcoming, and highly professional. I want to especially commend Dr. Frangie, who is truly phenomenal, and Sue, who went above and beyond to ensure I felt at ease. (I prefer not to include last names in reviews, but she knows who she is!) What stood out to me most was the entire team’s ability to maintain such high levels of professionalism, organization, and compassion, even in a busy environment. Watching how they interacted with patients, many of whom seemed understandably anxious, was inspiring. Their kindness and attentiveness made a potentially stressful experience both smooth and reassuring. I want to publicly thank everyone at the Cataract & Laser Center for their outstanding care. Your hard work does not go unnoticed, and I deeply appreciate all that you do. I look forward to returning for my second surgery on January 22 and can’t wait to fully enjoy life with clearer vision—especially skiing once I’m healed! Thank you again, and wishing all of you a Merry Christmas and happy holidays! Sincerely, Chris Abbott

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Richard Manna

Richard Manna

I had a cataract removed from each of my eyes along with lens implants at The Cataract and Laser Center -W. The staff is friendly and top notch and goes out of their way to make you feel comfortable. The doctors did a great job with my surgery. My vision quickly improved with little pain and downtime. My only complaint was the long wait for my second surgery. I was at the center for nearly 4 hrs. total. Overall a good experience

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Aylin Castillo

Aylin Castillo

Had a very positive experience, I took my mother for laser surgery today. Meghan the medical assistant was so helpful due to my mother was extremely nervous she explained to us the procedure which in terms made moms feel less nervous..She listened to our concerns, Thank you so very much Meghan for doing an exceptional job.. Keep up the great work that you are doing! Dr. Shatz was very patient with my mother and this help put my mother at 😌 ease... Thank you so much for providing such good care!

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Mary Breen

Mary Breen

Cataract Surgery Procedure at the Cataract & Laser Center West My first cataract surgery was on my right eye 7/8/2021 and second surgery on my left eye one week later. I was extremely nervous going into this surgery. From the time I walked through the door until I left. Everyone from the receptionist, to the nursing staff, to the anesthesiologist, and finally to Dr. David Shield treated me with the utmost respect. They all could see how nervous I was and assured me that most patients do experience anxiety and they were all wonderful at calming me down. In fact, by my second surgery a week later I was much calmer and could observe the professional way the staff went about their business. They have a well-oiled routine in place, which is very comforting to the patient. Both surgeries were successful. I just cannot get over how clear my vision is; it is just remarkable. I highly recommend the Cataract & Laser Center West, as they truly do make the patient feel they are a high priority.

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Years in Operation

30 years

Est. 1996

Ownership

For-Profit

Operating Rooms

4

Specialties

OphthalmologyPlastic and Reconstructive Surgery
Medicare Certified

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