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THE ENDOSCOPY CENTER INC is a Medicare-certified ambulatory surgery center located in RAPID CITY, SD, offering same-day outpatient surgical procedures. Google rating: 4.9 out of 5 from 772 reviews.

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THE ENDOSCOPY CENTER INC

rapid city, SDMedicare Certified

Location & Directions

Address

2820 MT. RUSHMORE RD.

RAPID CITY, SD

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(605) 721-8121

Service Area

This provider serves patients in RAPID CITY and surrounding areas in SD.

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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.

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 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

Safe Surgery Checklist: 100.0% (natl avg ~97%)

Safe Surgery Checklist

% of surgical patients for whom a safe surgery checklist was used (ASC-9). Higher is better.

100.0%

natl avg ~97%

Hospital Transfer Rate

% of patients transferred to a hospital during or after their procedure (ASC-4). Lower is better.

0.14%

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.

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.
How Medicare Covers Outpatient Surgery
What Medicare pays at a certified ASC and what you owe.
Why You Get Three Bills After Surgery
Facility, surgeon, and anesthesia bills arrive separately.
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Google Reviews

4.9
772 reviews
Kathy McPherson

Kathy McPherson

Great, friendly staff and Dr Kelts and Barry were the best! Your nurses are top notch! I got in a little early and was out of there in no time. Thanks for taking such good care of me.

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Suzanne Crandall

Suzanne Crandall

Hard to imagine, but they made the colonoscopy actually pleasant! Everyone (Brenna, Joella especially) was so kind, capable and caring and the facility/environment was so efficient and comfortable that I’d give it ten stars. Dr Jones was great - explains everything so understandably and does everything he can to make you comfortable, both with the process and the outcome.

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Tami A

Tami A

Brenna RN was amazing and explained everything in detail and answered my questions. Pete, who did the anesthesia, was great as well and explained things. Dr Kelts is always awesome, patient and caring. Definitely recommend for procedures.

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Jennifer Baker

Jennifer Baker

Can't say enough great things about the Endoscopy Center! Everything from the star start of the process was well thought out and organized. The pre instructions were very detailed. Loved the patient tracking system for family. The nurses were so friendly and caring. The anesthesiologist and Doctor were so friendly and I feel horrible I cannot recall their names, they did a great job explaining the procedure and made me feel very comfortable. The aftercare was also phenomenal and detailed all the way down to the the little note attached to my discharge instructions stating that since I was given mild sedation I may not recall all the results the doctor told me following the procedure and that I may call the provided number to discuss the results. Overall, for the first time having a colonoscopy, I cannot recommend that anything be improved on. Keep up the great work!

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Donna Waite

Donna Waite

Excellent care and compassion for my situation. When someone walked in while they were getting me in position they covered my bum up to be sure to protect my privacy. They were kind and caring! Everyone that worked with me was sincerely amazing! Nancy, Kacie (Katie?) and my nurse that went to lunch and my doctor were awesome!

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Contact

Phone

(605) 721-8121

Website

www.rcgastro.com/

Years in Operation

28 years

Est. 1998

Ownership

For-Profit

Operating Rooms

3

Specialties

Gastroenterology
Medicare Certified

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Questions to Ask

  • •Does my insurance cover this procedure here?
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  • •What anesthesia options are available?
  • •What is the recovery process and follow-up care?
  • •Are there pre-op requirements (labs, fasting, etc.)?