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PACIFIC CATARACT AND LASER INSTITUTE INC PC is a Medicare-certified ambulatory surgery center located in CHEHALIS, WA, offering same-day outpatient surgical procedures. Google rating: 4.8 out of 5 from 218 reviews.

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PACIFIC CATARACT AND LASER INSTITUTE INC PC

chehalis, WAMedicare Certified

Location & Directions

Address

2517 NE KRESKY AVE

CHEHALIS, WA

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(360) 748-8632

Service Area

This provider serves patients in CHEHALIS and surrounding areas in WA.

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

Based on 68 surveys · 31% 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
97+5 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
92-2 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.

0.02%

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.

ALINA G BUZHDUGA, OD

Optometrist

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ASHLEY BAILEY, OD

Optometrist

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BRIAN ARTHUR ARVIDSON, O.D

Optometrist

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CHRISTOPHER M WHALEY, CRNA

Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist

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DAVID L GANO, MD

Ophthalmology

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DAVID L STANFIELD, OD

Optometrist

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+ 13 more affiliated surgeons on record

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.
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Google Reviews

4.8
218 reviews
bill scarbrough

bill scarbrough

Until I had the YAG Laser procedure done I didn't realize just how much of my eyesight I had lost. Letters & numbers are crisp and clear and colors are so bright and vibrant it has been a major awakening for me. THANK YOU, ONE & ALL. Bill Sacrbrough

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Donna Olson

Donna Olson

Wonderful staff from the monute you walk in the door until you are headed out. Everyone is caring and friendly while being totally professional. You feel like you are in good hands.

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Tom

Tom

I was never so pleased with the service I received at your business. Every staff person was very kind and the atmosphere was very soothing. The procedure went very well and the outcome was perfect. Thank you so much.

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Steve Olivarez

Steve Olivarez

The staff at the front desk were very helpful, kind, and respectful.. I was pleased with the waiting time after my evaluation. The staff member guided me straight to the waiting room and I was called shortly to follow them to the room where they removed the clouds in my eyes. Absolutely amazing.

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Estee Poleson

Estee Poleson

It was a complete enjoyable experience. Any apprehension about the surgery was quickly dispelled. The Staff and Doctors were wonderfully kind, polite, and sincerely interested in me along with each patient. Constant smiles, not upset to answer any question no matter on simple. In pre-op the girls visited with each of us and talked with us for a bit. Made sure we were all doing ok. The site is super clean and well arranged, which also helps with calming nervousness. If other Doctor offices, etc everyone were the same, how nice it would be. This was very refreshing. These people are special. Can't say enough.

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Contact

Phone

(360) 748-8632

Website

www.pcli.com/chehalis.html

Years in Operation

41 years

Est. 1985

Ownership

For-Profit

Operating Rooms

2

Specialties

Ophthalmology
Medicare Certified

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Questions to Ask

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  • •Are there pre-op requirements (labs, fasting, etc.)?