SURGICENTER OF KANSAS CITY LLC is a Medicare-certified ambulatory surgery center located in KANSAS CITY, MO, offering same-day outpatient surgical procedures. Google rating: 4.2 out of 5 from 47 reviews.

SURGICENTER OF KANSAS CITY LLC

kansas city, MOMedicare Certified

Location & Directions

Address

1800 E. MEYER BLVD

KANSAS CITY, MO

Service Area

This provider serves patients in KANSAS CITY and surrounding areas in MO.

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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.
Knee ArthroscopyA camera and small instruments are inserted through incisions the size of a buttonhole to repair cartilage, trim a torn meniscus, or remove loose fragments. Because the joint is not opened fully, recovery is far faster than traditional open knee surgery.Shoulder ArthroscopyUses a small camera and instruments through tiny incisions to repair the shoulder joint — commonly for impingement, labral tears, or damaged cartilage. Most patients go home the same day and begin physical therapy within the first week.ACL ReconstructionRebuilds the torn anterior cruciate ligament using a graft, since a fully torn ACL does not heal on its own. The surgery itself is outpatient, but returning to cutting and pivoting sports typically takes nine to twelve months of structured rehabilitation.Rotator Cuff RepairReattaches torn tendons in the shoulder to the bone. Pain relief often comes well before strength does — a sling is typical for several weeks and full recovery commonly takes four to six months, with physical therapy doing much of the work.Carpal Tunnel ReleaseCuts the ligament pressing on the median nerve at the wrist to relieve numbness, tingling, and night pain in the hand. The procedure takes about 15 minutes under local anesthesia. Night symptoms often improve immediately; grip strength returns over several weeks.Joint ReplacementDamaged joint surfaces are replaced with implants, most commonly at the knee or hip. Once exclusively a hospital procedure, selected healthy patients now have this done at surgery centers and go home the same day with a structured recovery plan.
Epidural Steroid InjectionsSteroid medication is injected near irritated spinal nerve roots to calm inflammation causing sciatica or arm pain. Often used to make physical therapy tolerable rather than as a standalone cure. There are limits on how frequently they can be repeated.Nerve Block InjectionsAnesthetic, sometimes with steroid, is injected around a specific nerve to interrupt pain signals. Used both to treat pain and to identify its source, since relief from a precisely placed block points to the nerve responsible.Radiofrequency AblationHeat generated by radio waves disables the small nerves carrying pain signals from an arthritic spinal joint. Relief commonly lasts six months to two years. Because the nerves regenerate over time, the procedure can be repeated.Spinal Cord StimulationA device delivers mild electrical pulses to the spinal cord to interrupt chronic pain signals before they reach the brain. A temporary trial period is done first, so you can judge the benefit before committing to a permanent implant.Joint InjectionsSteroid or lubricating medication is injected directly into an arthritic or inflamed joint. Image guidance is often used to confirm placement. Relief typically lasts weeks to months and can make physical therapy more productive.Trigger Point InjectionsA local anesthetic is injected into a taut, tender knot of muscle to break the spasm-and-pain cycle. The appointment takes minutes and you can usually return to normal activity the same day.

Procedure list is based on CMS-reported specialty designations. Contact the facility to confirm specific procedures offered.

Patient Experience Scores

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

Based on 124 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
97+4 vs national avg (93)
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Would RecommendPatients who would definitely recommend this facility
96+4 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
98+4 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.

0.04%

natl avg ~1.0%

Patient Fall Rate

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

0.02%

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.

Google Reviews

4.2
47 reviews
Melisa Haynes

Melisa Haynes

I wanted to come on here and brag about the Anesthesiologist his name I believe is Dr. Jonas Garrett. He was absolutely wonderful with my 15 year old grandson that was getting surgery on his arm. My grandson was so nervous and he took the time to explain things to him reassure him and comfort him. My grandson said he didn't even feel the nerve blocker shot he got. This definitely is this guy's calling. He also reassured me that he is in good hands and he has been doing this a long time and equipped to handle any emergency. Thank you Dr. Garrett.

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Christa Chartier

Christa Chartier

Every person I encountered here was kind and respectful to me. I felt very well taken care of. I had a good experience with Dr. Samuelson and his staff.

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Leslie Ann Rimmer

Leslie Ann Rimmer

Highly recommend! Everyone was very professional, but also caring and friendly. From the moment we walked into reception, we were greeted, and all questions were answered. Everyone was right on time. The anesthesia team listened to my previous reaction experience, and worked to keep from getting sick. Kudos and thanks for that! Dr. Hedgecock performed a beautiful surgery. The nursing staff provide great care - and make you feel so comfortable. They were also super sweet to my nervous husband. Great facility - and I would gladly go there again if I needed it!

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Cody Boren

Cody Boren

I highly recommend trusting your orthopedic surgery to Dr. Jon Hedgecock and the entire staff at the Surgericenter. Every single person I encountered was very professional, caring, thorough, nice, and made me feel at ease. My knee surgery went well. I highly, highly recommend them. I can't say enough about just how awesome they are. I noticed that everyone was tested with the same consistent world class care. Phenomenal experience. Thank you so much for taking such good care of me. My knee is 1 million times better and this is only day 1 post op. This was a total success and I can tell I am going to have a great outcome.

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Swampman

Swampman

Real nice place and the Lady's at front dest has the nices smile, and are real friendly. Then they took care of us right away. We like this place. When my had surgery, they stayed on top of letting me know everything. We will use again. Dr. Did good and answered all questions.

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Years in Operation

27 years

Est. 1999

Ownership

For-Profit

Accreditation

Joint Commission

Operating Rooms

6

Specialties

OphthalmologyOrthopaedic SurgeryInterventional Pain Medicine
Medicare Certified

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