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BLACK RIVER AMBULATORY SURGERY CENTER is a Medicare-certified ambulatory surgery center located in POPLAR BLUFF, MO, offering same-day outpatient surgical procedures. Google rating: 3.9 out of 5 from 22 reviews.

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BLACK RIVER AMBULATORY SURGERY CENTER

poplar bluff, MOMedicare Certified

Location & Directions

Address

219 PHYSICIANS PARK DRIVE

POPLAR BLUFF, MO

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(573) 727-9080

Service Area

This provider serves patients in POPLAR BLUFF 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.

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.
Otolaryngology (ENT Surgery)6
Tonsillectomy / AdenoidectomyThe tonsils and sometimes the adenoids are removed for repeated infections or sleep-disordered breathing. Recovery is notably harder for adults than children, with significant throat pain for a week or more and a real emphasis on staying hydrated.Ear Tube PlacementTiny tubes are placed through the eardrum to drain fluid and ventilate the middle ear, most often for children with recurrent ear infections. The procedure takes about 10 minutes and the tubes usually fall out on their own within a year.Sinus Surgery (FESS)A camera and instruments passed through the nostrils open blocked sinus drainage pathways, with no external incisions. Considered for chronic sinusitis that has not improved with medication. Congestion often worsens briefly before it improves.SeptoplastyThe wall of cartilage and bone between the nostrils is straightened to improve airflow through a blocked side. It addresses breathing rather than external appearance, though it is sometimes combined with cosmetic reshaping.Turbinate ReductionSwollen tissue inside the nose is shrunk to improve airflow, frequently at the same time as septoplasty. Often the difference between a nose that is structurally straight and one that actually feels open.LaryngoscopyA scope examines the voice box and vocal cords, used for persistent hoarseness, difficulty swallowing, or throat pain that has not resolved. Small lesions can sometimes be biopsied or removed during the same procedure.
Obstetrics & Gynecology6
HysteroscopyA slim camera passed through the cervix examines the inside of the uterus, and can remove polyps or fibroids in the same visit. No abdominal incision is involved. Cramping for a day or two afterward is normal.LaparoscopyA camera and instruments are inserted through small abdominal incisions, allowing diagnosis and treatment without a large open incision. Used for endometriosis, ovarian cysts, and pelvic pain, with recovery measured in days rather than weeks.D&C (Dilation and Curettage)The cervix is dilated and the uterine lining removed, for heavy bleeding, after a miscarriage, or to obtain tissue for diagnosis. The procedure takes 10 to 15 minutes and most people return to normal activity within a day or two.Tubal LigationThe fallopian tubes are sealed, cut, or removed to provide permanent contraception. It should be considered irreversible — reversal is not reliably successful, so it is intended for people certain they do not want future pregnancy.Endometrial AblationThe uterine lining is destroyed to reduce or stop heavy menstrual bleeding, offering an alternative to hysterectomy. It is not a contraceptive, and it is only appropriate for those who have completed childbearing.Ovarian Cyst RemovalA persistent, enlarging, or painful ovarian cyst is removed, usually laparoscopically. Surgeons generally aim to remove the cyst while preserving the ovary itself, particularly for patients who may want future pregnancy.
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.
Podiatry (Foot & Ankle Surgery)6
Bunion Correction (Bunionectomy)The bony prominence at the base of the big toe is removed and the bone realigned, often with screws or plates. Recovery involves weeks in a protective shoe or boot, and swelling can persist for several months.Hammertoe CorrectionA toe permanently bent at the middle joint is straightened, sometimes with a temporary pin holding the correction. Considered when the toe rubs painfully in shoes or has developed calluses and sores.Plantar Fascia ReleaseThe tight band of tissue along the bottom of the foot is partially released to relieve stubborn heel pain. Reserved for cases that have not improved after months of stretching, orthotics, and other conservative treatment.Ankle ArthroscopyA small camera and instruments treat problems inside the ankle joint — impingement, loose fragments, or damaged cartilage — through incisions a few millimeters wide, avoiding a larger open exposure.Ingrown Toenail RemovalThe edge of a nail growing into the surrounding skin is removed under local anesthesia. When the problem keeps recurring, the nail-forming tissue at that edge is also treated so it does not grow back.Foot Fracture RepairBroken bones in the foot are realigned and stabilized with hardware so they heal in position. Because the foot bears your full weight with every step, alignment matters more here than the small bone size suggests.

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 100 surveys · 33% 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)
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Would RecommendPatients who would definitely recommend this facility
93+1 vs national avg (92)
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StaffPatients who rated staff care and professionalism highly
98+2 vs national avg (96)
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CommunicationPatients who felt staff communicated well about their care
94+0 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

Safe Surgery Checklist: 85.4% (natl avg ~97%)

Safe Surgery Checklist

% of surgical patients for whom a safe surgery checklist was used (ASC-9). Higher is better.

85.4%

natl avg ~97%

Hospital Transfer Rate

% of patients transferred to a hospital during or after their procedure (ASC-4). Lower is better.

0.09%

natl avg ~1.0%

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.

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.
Tonsillectomy and Ear Tubes: A Parent Guide
What to expect if your child is having either.
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.
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Google Reviews

3.9
22 reviews
Lisa Yates

Lisa Yates

Just had surgery on my foot today! Everyone from checking in to my leaving were beyond helpful and made me feel at ease. The nurses, I'm sorry I don't remember names, were so amazing, kind and very comforting. ALL of you went way beyond to make this old girl comfortable on her first major surgery! I won't forget how you made me feel! Y'all are TOP NOTCH!! Keep up the great work!!

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Kathy Taylor

Kathy Taylor

Nancy spent a good amount of time w/me On my visit. She answered my questions And said she would get. Back to me about Results of my test.. i feel she was interested in helping me. Thank u Nancy!

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Mr MaDoG

Mr MaDoG

Dr. Christopher Montgomery I have seen him for the past 5 yrs. I would rate him as an average provider. However, his whole office including himself, the Nurse Practitioner’s and his Office staff and Black River Medical Center has changed significantly. In the past year or so he limits his practice to just one thing or issue at a time and they all refuse to address any additional issues in the same appointment forcing you to make additional appointment to get minor issues addressed. For example, I needed antibiotics for a sinus related problem and it was time for my annual Labs to be drawn. He and his staff refused to address both issues on one appointment visit. This has happened multiple times on my my past 3 or 4 visits there. I was there for only 5 minutes because they acted like they were busy but they were not. Thus this poor review on the provider and Black River Medical Center. Now it’s all about the insurance copays for the visit. The more visits, the more copays paid and the more money the get from you and your insurance. I just changed Doctors and could not be happier with my new provider who spends at least 5-10 minutes with me each visit and addresses my common and minor health issues in a timely manner. Bye Bye Chris and Black River.

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ONE BAD CHEROKEE DIANE DILKS

ONE BAD CHEROKEE DIANE DILKS

I had surgery a this facility last year, the staff was awesome and caring. I took my younger sister in to the ER after a fall with head and face injuries. They were attentive, fast to respond, professional, friendly, caring and very thorough. She was cared for and we didn't spend hours there waiting. I will use their services again if I need medical care.

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Samantha Nelson

Samantha Nelson

I was at this ER Monday March, 6 2017. It is a small ER but it is a very good ER. It did take over 3 hours to get checked out but they did an awesome job and made sure to check everything that they thought needed to be checked. The ER doctor here found out I had gall stones and needed surgery to have my gall bladder removed where as another ER I was at previously that morning ignored and dismissed everything I told them. I would recommend this ER over any other ER in Poplar Bluff MO!!

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Contact

Phone

(573) 727-9080

Website

www.sfmc.net/group/black-river-ambulatory-surgery-center/?utm_source=extnet&utm_medium=yext

Years in Operation

7 years

Est. 2019

Ownership

For-Profit

Accreditation

Joint Commission

Operating Rooms

6

Specialties

OphthalmologyOtolaryngologyObstetrics & GynecologyDental SurgeryGastroenterologyPodiatry
Medicare Certified

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