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COLUMBIA EYE SURGERY CENTER INC is a Medicare-certified ambulatory surgery center located in COLUMBIA, SC, offering same-day outpatient surgical procedures. Google rating: 4.9 out of 5 from 1127 reviews.

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COLUMBIA EYE SURGERY CENTER INC

columbia, SCMedicare Certified

Location & Directions

Address

1920 PICKENS ST

COLUMBIA, SC

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(803) 254-7732

Service Area

This provider serves patients in COLUMBIA and surrounding areas in SC.

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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 Data Not Available

This facility does not have published OAS CAHPS survey data. Facilities with fewer than 100 completed surveys are not required to report.

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.

COY L GARRICK, CRNA

Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist

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DEREK L BARKER, M.D.

207WX0107X

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DERRICK ADAM HUEY, MD

Ophthalmology

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DON JOBE JACKSON, MD

Ophthalmology

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EDNA J PEAGLER

Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist

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EDWARD GRANDERSON CROSSWELL, MD

Ophthalmology

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+ 12 more affiliated surgeons on record

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.
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 Medicare Covers Outpatient Surgery
What Medicare pays at a certified ASC and what you owe.
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Google Reviews

4.9
1127 reviews
Cyntha Dobson

Cyntha Dobson

I love the excellent care & attention exhibited by the entire staff. I can’t thank Dr. Crosswell and his team enough for taking care of me, & seeing that my questions & concerns were answered and handled so well. My anxiety dissipated because of them & their gracious and caring attitude and actions. Thanks for helping me to attain my long-awaited dream.

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Karen Todd

Karen Todd

Dr. Johnson was my surgeon & my doctor. He is awesome. He is very thorough & showed compassion & respect to me which means so very much in a patient & doctor relationship. He was great & I can’t say enough good things about him. I’ve asked for my husband to be referred to him. The staff were all professional & answered all my questions. All in all , this experience was much easier than I anticipated. Thank you all at Columbia Eye Clinic for your wonderful Care, Compassion & Professionalism . Karen Todd

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Michelle Jacobs

Michelle Jacobs

Dr. Cross is exceptional and so is Megan who has assisted with my care after my cataract surgery! I’ve been going to them since 2005 and I cannot find anybody as awesome as they are! Highly recommend!

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glorine brabham

glorine brabham

From the moment we entered the building until we left nothing but professional hospitality reception, nurses, Doctors etc everyone explained what they were doing, answered my questions in a professional manner. My surgery itself was a very professional experienced, the post op has been wonderful this far.I love Dr McMullen and his staff I would I would recommend the 👁️ eye center to anyone needing eye care ,may God continue to bless you for the professional service you provide.

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Queen Lewis

Queen Lewis

The experience was top notch. From check in to the exit was so well organized. Bless Dr. Mercer for his healing hands and bedside manner. He calmed my nerves before the procedure and went on to restore my vision. Job well done!

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Contact

Phone

(803) 254-7732

Website

columbiaeye.com/?utm_source=GMBSocialClimb&utm_medium=ColumbiaEyeSurgeryCenter

Years in Operation

37 years

Est. 1989

Ownership

For-Profit

Operating Rooms

4

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.)?