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BAY MICROSURGICAL UNIT is a Medicare-certified ambulatory surgery center located in GEORGETOWN, SC, offering same-day outpatient surgical procedures. Google rating: 5.0 out of 5 from 11 reviews.

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BAY MICROSURGICAL UNIT

georgetown, SCMedicare Certified

Location & Directions

Address

1200 HIGHMARKET ST.

GEORGETOWN, SC

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(843) 546-8421

Service Area

This provider serves patients in GEORGETOWN 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 Scores

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

Based on 31 surveys · 53% 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)
0↑ natl avg100
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
98+2 vs national avg (96)
0↑ natl avg100
CommunicationPatients who felt staff communicated well about their care
96+2 vs national avg (94)
0↑ natl avg100
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.

0.00%

natl avg ~1.0%

Patient Fall Rate

% of patients who experienced a fall resulting in injury. Lower is better.

0.00%

natl avg ~0.1%

Patient Burn Rate

% of patients who experienced a burn during their procedure. Lower is better.

0.00%

natl avg ~0.03%

Wrong Site Surgery Rate

% of cases involving wrong-site, wrong-side, wrong-patient, or wrong-implant surgical events. Lower is better.

0.00%

natl avg ~0.01%

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.

CAROLE M. YOUNG, M.D.

Ophthalmology

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CATHERINE D LUMPKIN, APRN

Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist

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CATHERINE GASPER DOEGG, M.D.

Ophthalmology

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JANICE M EWART, APRN

Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist

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RICHARD E. DECHAMPLAIN, M.D.

Ophthalmology

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WALTER A. MAYO, O.D.

Optometrist

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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.
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

5
11 reviews
Peter Gazeko

Peter Gazeko

Had cataract surgery by DR Merritt from the moment I walked in to the time I left everyone was great front desk all the nurses and of course Dr Merritt made it a great experince

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Sharon Turner

Sharon Turner

Dr. De Champlain performed cataract surgery on both of my eyes and he and his team did a fantastic job. I opted for the multi vision lens and I am seeing 20/20 and reading without magnification! I cannot express in words how happy that makes me.

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Ckncerned Ckncerned

Ckncerned Ckncerned

I recently had Cataract Surgery on both eyes.. Dr. DeChamplain and his staff at the Bay Microsurgical Unit are the best. Courteous, efficient and comforting.. If I had to due it again, this is where I would be! The Coastal Eye Group in Georgetown, also has and equally great staff, my wife and I have been going there for about 10 years and we have never had a staff member that we weren't pleased with.. Thank You Dr. DeChamplain and your entire staff..

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Mark Duckworth

Mark Duckworth

Dr. DeChamplain diagnosed me with cataracts and performed the procedure. I could not be happier with the entire process & the outcome, From my initial office visit to my final post-op follow-up appointment, it was an easy & professional experience. Both his office staff and surgical staff were outstanding. My initial contacts with Amber & Charlotte made the process very comfortable for me. And, the surgical team was top notch. I will not hesitate to recommend Dr. DeChamplaine & his staff to anyone. In fact, I already have.

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Sandra Atkins

Sandra Atkins

My cataract surgery at the Bay Microsurgical Unit by Dr. Frank Sloan was amazingly simple, for me as a patient. Everyone involved were very informative as to what to expect, etc., very skilled in their professions, providing information as we went along in the process, and made my surgeries without any trauma whatsoever as might have expected, since I never had any experience with eye surgeries. I would gladly refer the Unit and Dr. Frank for any eye irregularities or preventative eye care needed. Thank you, Dr. Frank!

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Contact

Phone

(843) 546-8421

Website

www.coastaleyegroup.com/

Years in Operation

41 years

Est. 1985

Ownership

For-Profit

Operating Rooms

1

Specialties

Ophthalmology
Medicare Certified

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Questions to Ask

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