KERRVILLE AMBULATORY SURGERY CENTER LLC is a Medicare-certified ambulatory surgery center located in KERRVILLE, TX, offering same-day outpatient surgical procedures. Google rating: 3.2 out of 5 from 15 reviews.

KERRVILLE AMBULATORY SURGERY CENTER LLC

kerrville, TXMedicare Certified

Location & Directions

Address

1001 WATER ST. STE. E100

KERRVILLE, TX

Service Area

This provider serves patients in KERRVILLE and surrounding areas in TX.

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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.

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

Based on 41 surveys · 21% 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
96+4 vs national avg (92)
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StaffPatients who rated staff care and professionalism highly
99+3 vs national avg (96)
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CommunicationPatients who felt staff communicated well about their care
95+1 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.

Safety Metrics

Safe Surgery Checklist: 85.7% (natl avg ~97%)

Safe Surgery Checklist

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

85.7%

natl avg ~97%

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.

0.07%

natl avg ~0.1%

Source: CMS ASC Quality Reporting Program. Data reflects Medicare patient outcomes reported by the facility.

Google Reviews

3.2
15 reviews
Jim Reeves

Jim Reeves

I was directed to the CHRISTUS Surgery Center in Kerrville by my pain doctor. When I arrived and called for a wheelchair, 3 nurses brought one out immediately and very gently helped me into the chair. Checkin was quick and efficient. Pre-procedure, vitals, etc took about 30 minutes. The operating room was well staffed, pristine, and fully stocked. All went well, I was wheeled out and on my way back home in 15 minutes. Staff was kind, cheerful, and efficient.

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Rick Carroll

Rick Carroll

I showed up for surgery on Friday and was told that the anesthesiologist does not accept credit card payment which I had. Only check or cash ($686.00) which I didn't have with me. Procedure papers stated that Kerrville Surgery Center would contact me about collecting payment prior to surgery, which they did not do. I live an hour away so they said I could deliver it on Monday or they would charge at least $200 more. I contacted them Monday and told them my wife had a doctors appointment in Kerrville on Tuesday and could I bring it then instead. The anesthesiologist said no, that he had already given me an extension and it had to be paid today. I am still recovering from Fridays surgery and have no one to take me today so I will have to do it on my own. No compassion nor flexibility. So I'm going to have to drive several hours round trip today just to keep this inconsiderate anesthesiologist from tacking on highly excessive fees. Buyer beware. I will not use this person again. Not user friendly!!!

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Therese McAteer

Therese McAteer

During surge in Covid chairs in reception area not 6 ft apart. No mask requirement enforced. Receptionist unmasked. Back in surgery center few medical staff masked, and some that were wearing masks were wearing them improperly. Love my doctor and her skill, but did not feel my safety was a priority.

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Caroline S

Caroline S

02.22.19 My husband had surgery by Dr. Shore. He was touted as an excellent doctor. We were given his cell phone #, by the nurse, should any problems occur. That evening, my husband was having a lot of pain in one eye. We called Dr. Shore, left a message; but, never received a call back and no mention of it during the appointment to remove the stitches. Now, on to the nurse. While she was reading the discharge instructions, I had a question. I began to ask her and she said "Wait until I'm finished. Your question will, probably, be answered." That was uncalled for by anyone, least of all, someone in a field where they are supposed to be compassionate and helpful. Guess what, Nurse Rachett? You failed Bedside Manor 101.

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Jaret Muraglia

Jaret Muraglia

My Doctor, Dr. Shore is one of the best doctors not only in his profession, but out of all the doctors I've had for 8 different surgeries. His bed side manors, compassion, tack, and professionalism are premiere. His main office is in Austin, TX. where he did my brothers surgery, it went perfect, great nurses according to him and his whole experience there was top notch and premier accomidations. My nurses at Kerrville Surgery Center, are not only incompetent pertaining to explaining how much and where the costs are going in a professional & experienced way... The nurse after my major surgery of both top eyes for tosis, and both lowers for comedic, didn't tell me to bring my own Tylenol-3, but in excruciating pain, I asked if she could give me something to ease the pain and her answer was "Dr. Shore is in surgery, you don't need meds because your face is numb, and you have meds at home." I've never met a more cruel, non compassionate human being in my life. My face wasn't numb anymore, I was in excruciating pain, I wasn't told to bring my own meds for after the surgery, and she basically wheeled me out in a wheel chair to my friend waiting in the car, and left! She didn't ask anyone if they could find a pain killer, or give me ice or anything... Worst experience in my entire medical procedures life experiences. I highly recommended Dr. Shore as an incredible Doctor, but if you want to be treated like a stuffed animal or anything that lacks pain, be talked down, feel like a cow being cattle boated out of the treatment center before you can, have any clearficatiom on questions or any help, with no concern for how much pain you are in, also with a more then 1 1/2 drive home. Then don't you dare come here, most unprofessional medical experience of my life. Sincerely, Jaret Muraglia

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Years in Operation

7 years

Est. 2019

Ownership

For-Profit

Accreditation

AAAHC

Operating Rooms

2

Specialties

OphthalmologyGastroenterology
Medicare Certified

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