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WNC EYE SURGERY CENTERS INC is a Medicare-certified ambulatory surgery center located in ASHEVILLE, NC, offering same-day outpatient surgical procedures. Google rating: 4.9 out of 5 from 39 reviews.

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WNC EYE SURGERY CENTERS INC

asheville, NCMedicare Certified

Location & Directions

Address

8B MEDICAL PARK DR

ASHEVILLE, NC

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(828) 252-6922

Service Area

This provider serves patients in ASHEVILLE and surrounding areas in NC.

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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.
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: 96/100 (+3 vs natl avg 93)

Based on 95 surveys · 49% 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
96+3 vs national avg (93)
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Would RecommendPatients who would definitely recommend this facility
96+4 vs national avg (92)
0↑ natl avg100
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
96+2 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.

0.01%

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%

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.

EMILY BROOKE TIPTON, FNP-C

Nurse Practitioner (Family)

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

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.
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.
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Google Reviews

4.9
39 reviews
Debbie Taylor

Debbie Taylor

Wonderful experience with a great outcome. Great team of professionals who are interested in improving the lives of their patients with better vision. Also, the OP Surgical Center of Asheville gets 5 stars as well. Thanks to everyone who played a part in my cataract surgery.... especially Dr. Karo.

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Sukey Binion

Sukey Binion

Had my first cataract surgery w Dr Karo last Fri, seeing better then I have in 30 years! It was my distance eye and I am reading with it! Looking forward to next one. Dr Karo and his staff are top notch. Also a shout out to the surgery center where he does his operation..super well oiled machine, great people.

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Annie Long

Annie Long

I will have my second procedure with Dr. Karo next week. I am so pleased with his care, I plan to have him do all my eye care going forward. His staff is warm, personal, and friendly--Hi Tish, Hi Renee--and precisely professional--a rare combination. They all take time to explain things and answer questions with no pressure. The office is comfortable and attractive. I'm really glad I found them.

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Scott Olofson

Scott Olofson

Due to a very positive previous experience, we made the decision to travel from our home in Ireland to take advantage of the skills and professionalism of WNC Ophthalmology. Dr Karo and his associates have again provided my wife and I with the best in customer/patient service including timely and complete communication, appointments kept as promised with no long waits all within an energetic atmosphere.WNC Ophthalmology, under Dr. Karo’s leadership, exhibits the highest in professionalism. We strongly recommend them.

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Mara Scott

Mara Scott

Wonderful experience. Dr Karo is so skilled and supportive. My vision is better than ever and being able to see clearly without glasses is a phenomenal experience. If you need cataract surgery and options to enhance your vision, then this is the place to actualize that goal. I will be eternally grateful that they were recommended to me!

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Contact

Phone

(828) 252-6922

Website

www.wnceyes.com/

Years in Operation

25 years

Est. 2001

Ownership

For-Profit

Accreditation

AAAHC

Operating Rooms

1

Specialties

OphthalmologyGastroenterology
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.)?