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PALMETTO SURGERY CENTER LLC is a Medicare-certified ambulatory surgery center located in COLUMBIA, SC, offering same-day outpatient surgical procedures. Google rating: 3.9 out of 5 from 50 reviews.

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PALMETTO SURGERY CENTER LLC

columbia, SCMedicare Certified

Location & Directions

Address

109 BLARNEY DR.

COLUMBIA, SC

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(803) 865-8200

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.
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.
Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery6
Breast Augmentation / ReductionBreast size is increased by placing implants, or decreased by removing breast tissue and skin and repositioning the remaining tissue. Reduction is often performed to relieve back, neck, and shoulder pain caused by breast weight.RhinoplastySurgery that reshapes the nose by altering the bone and cartilage beneath the skin. It is performed to change appearance, to correct breathing problems caused by internal structure, or both. Swelling takes months to fully resolve.FaceliftLiposuctionFat is suctioned out from beneath the skin through small tubes called cannulas, reshaping a specific area such as the abdomen, flanks, or thighs. It targets localized deposits and is a contouring procedure rather than a method of weight loss.Wound ReconstructionRebuilds skin and underlying tissue where a wound is too large or too damaged to close directly. Surgeons move nearby tissue, or transfer skin and muscle from elsewhere on the body, to cover the defect. Often follows trauma, infection, or cancer removal.Skin GraftingHealthy skin is taken from one area of the body and transplanted to cover a wound or burn elsewhere. Both the graft site and the donor site need care, and the donor site is often the more uncomfortable of the two.

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 185 surveys · 29% 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
94+2 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
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.

Affiliated Surgeons

Surgeons affiliated with this facility based on NPPES NPI registry data.

BENJAMIN B BLACKMON, MD

Critical Care Medicine

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KELLY SUE GARITY, CRNA

Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist

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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.
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
50 reviews
N Mead

N Mead

I received great care here. I had surgery a week ago. The entire staff is great. The check in staff and nurses were friendly and compassionate. The anesthesiologist was very nice and made sure I was comfortable before (and after with preventative meds). Dr. Gunnlaugsson was great. The facility was clean. I need to specifically mention Tedra (I hope that’s her correct name). She dealt with a minor problem (and my semi meltdown (not at her)). She helped me pivot to plan b as if she had nothing better to do and it was no problem. The whole experience was so much better than I anticipated. I highly recommend this facility.

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Barbara Rice

Barbara Rice

The staff and care were exceptional! I went in for cataract surgery and was very nervous. Everyone was so kind and understanding that I am actually looking forward to the surgery on my other eye.

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Lizett Mota

Lizett Mota

Best experience one can have when getting surgery. The team's communication was excellent with family including minor patient. My little one and I felt as ease due to their gentleness, their attention to detail and their way of communicating. They exceeded my expectations. They showed they truly care.

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Deborah Hutto

Deborah Hutto

A-1 facility, staff and care! You should be very proud. The employees in the cataract surgery area are wonderful and very attentive. They are cheerful and all work well together. Nurse Gadsen is THE BEST and can start an IV with you barely even feeling her touching you.

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Rachel Palmiter

Rachel Palmiter

10/10 will always request my procedures to be done at this clinic. My 2 year old had to have tubes put in this morning. Every staff member I came in contact with was super friendly. Any need my son needed they met. We had a 7:15 arrival time and my son was in surgery at 8:20 — out at 8:30. He had a super simple procedure and we were home by 9:30. They made sure he was obviously good before we left.

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Contact

Phone

(803) 865-8200

Website

www.palmettosurgerycenter.com/

Years in Operation

26 years

Est. 2000

Ownership

For-Profit

Operating Rooms

5

Specialties

OphthalmologyOtolaryngologyPlastic and Reconstructive SurgeryDental Surgery
Medicare Certified

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