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ST LOUIS EYE SURGERY AND LASER CTR is a Medicare-certified ambulatory surgery center located in ST LOUIS, MO, offering same-day outpatient surgical procedures. Google rating: 3.0 out of 5 from 43 reviews.

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ST LOUIS EYE SURGERY AND LASER CTR

st louis, MOMedicare Certified

Location & Directions

Address

12990 MANCHESTER RD SUITE 103

ST LOUIS, MO

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(314) 686-4200

Service Area

This provider serves patients in ST LOUIS 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.

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 49 surveys · 8% 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)
0↑ natl avg100
Would RecommendPatients who would definitely recommend this facility
95+3 vs national avg (92)
0↑ natl avg100
StaffPatients who rated staff care and professionalism highly
100+4 vs national avg (96)
0↑ natl avg100
CommunicationPatients who felt staff communicated well about their care
93-1 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.

0.03%

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.
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
43 reviews
Jane Yorker

Jane Yorker

I have had 3 eye surgeries here. It is run very efficiently and compassionately. It's better than a hospital for eye surgery.

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Joan Bunselmeyer

Joan Bunselmeyer

I had a great experience..loved my Dr Amato. All the staff from the office the nurses they were all very welcoming made sure I had plenty of hot blankets to keep me warm. I recommend to anyone getting eye surgery this is a great place with caring staff that put you as ease.

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Pam Mueller

Pam Mueller

I just wanted to share my visit yesterday Friday 7/18/2025. I can not say enough about the way this office is so organized, each person I came in contact with was so sweet and pleasant. Everybody had a job that made the visit go perfect. Thank you all for your great care. Thank you Dr. Lee for making my vision good again. Continue the good work and caring the way you all do.

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Samantha Fitzgerald

Samantha Fitzgerald

My husband has been a patient for 3 years and goes yearly for follow up appointments. Every time he has to sit in the waiting room for over 4 hours to see the doctor. They overbook patients and do not have regard for their time. I would not recommend going to this office.

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James Cressey

James Cressey

I had Cataract surgery on my left eye on Wednesday March 12th Dr. Grueloch did an awesome job and Catherine, Felicia and Matty were fabulous will recommend also kudos to the front desk and admitting. Looking forward to getting my right eye done. And finally his nurse Brittany.

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Contact

Phone

(314) 686-4200

Website

www.stl2020.com/locations/st-louis-eye-surgery-laser-center/?utm_source=gmb&utm_medium=yext

Years in Operation

18 years

Est. 2008

Ownership

For-Profit

Accreditation

AAAHC

Operating Rooms

6

Specialties

Ophthalmology
Medicare Certified

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Questions to Ask

  • •Does my insurance cover this procedure here?
  • •What is the surgeon's experience with this procedure?
  • •What is the facility's hospital transfer rate?
  • •What anesthesia options are available?
  • •What is the recovery process and follow-up care?
  • •Are there pre-op requirements (labs, fasting, etc.)?