NASHVILLE GASTROINTESTINAL ENDOSCOPY CENTER is a Medicare-certified ambulatory surgery center located in NASHVILLE, TN, offering same-day outpatient surgical procedures. Google rating: 4.8 out of 5 from 549 reviews.

NASHVILLE GASTROINTESTINAL ENDOSCOPY CENTER

nashville, TNMedicare Certified

Location & Directions

Address

4230 Harding Pike #400

NASHVILLE, TN

Service Area

This provider serves patients in NASHVILLE and surrounding areas in TN.

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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.

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.

Patient Experience Scores

Overall: 95/100 (+2 vs natl avg 93)

Based on 245 surveys · 32% 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
95+2 vs national avg (93)
0↑ natl avg100
Would RecommendPatients who would definitely recommend this facility
93+1 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
94+0 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

Safe Surgery Checklist: 77.7% (natl avg ~97%)

Safe Surgery Checklist

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

77.7%

natl avg ~97%

Hospital Transfer Rate

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

0.07%

natl avg ~1.0%

Patient Fall Rate

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

0.07%

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.

Google Reviews

4.8
549 reviews
Joanne Rodney

Joanne Rodney

Dr. Owings, the nurses, anesthesiologist, and staff were all exceptional! I had an EGD and colonoscopy and I was nervous. They all made me feel very comfortable and kept me aware of everything that they were doing. I highly recommend Dr. Owings!

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Stephanie Tant

Stephanie Tant

Our experience was great. My mother has Alzheimer’s and was the patient. At first she told everyone that she hadn’t done the prep work but after they came and spoke with me they understood the situation. They were wonderful with her and had me stay with her as long as possible to help keep her calm. Could not have asked for better support in a very tricky situation.

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Bobby McGee

Bobby McGee

This was my first time at this St.THomas Endoscopy Center. EVERYONE was very welcomimg, Helpful and Friendly from the Front Desk check-in and each Medical toProfessional il enteracted with! I cannot exptess the wonderful care and professionalism provided to me, and that made me feel relaxed. They called me at home after the proceedure to check on me and they called again to tell me my biopsy was Negative as soon as they got results and followed up by mailing the results as well. A 100% Plus level of care!

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Tom Harding

Tom Harding

Great experience once you can get past the woman at the reception desk. I really put her out by having to do her job. She never looked up, never greeted me, and acted like I was an inconvenience from the moment I walked in. She pushed papers toward me to sign and did not even ask for an ID. Not exactly the kind of first impression a hospital should make. Once I got back, the nurse who prepped me was wonderful. She was kind and professional. The problem came when I was left on a gurney in the prep room for almost an hour with no explanation. Not a good time to arrive when all the Jimmy Johns subs are being delivered, because it sure felt like lunch took priority over patients. The medical staff who handled the procedure were excellent. The doctor, nurses, and the anesthesiologist were all extremely nice, helpful, and informative. They were the saving grace of the visit. If the front desk staff and communication matched the quality of the medical team, this would have been a completely different experience.

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Chris Reed

Chris Reed

I haven't had this procedure done in almost 20 years so when my doctor told me it was time, the dread overwhelmed me. They were kind about the whole thing from making sure I had my appointment to following up about the required paper work, everything was far smoother than expected. The worst thing about the whole experience was the prep but everything else was far better than expected. The staff are kind and patient with a ready smile and warmth you don't normally get in the medical profession anymore and I was grateful for what a great job they did with me. I've got 10 years before I have to go back but I hope I can visit here again when I do. Thank you all so much for taking such good care of me.

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Years in Operation

38 years

Est. 1988

Ownership

For-Profit

Operating Rooms

2

Specialties

Gastroenterology
Medicare Certified

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