PACIFIC CATARACT AND LASER INSTITUTE INC PC is a Medicare-certified ambulatory surgery center located in TACOMA, WA, offering same-day outpatient surgical procedures. Google rating: 4.7 out of 5 from 302 reviews.

PACIFIC CATARACT AND LASER INSTITUTE INC PC

tacoma, WAMedicare Certified

Location & Directions

Address

2915 S. ALDER ST.

TACOMA, WA

Service Area

This provider serves patients in TACOMA 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.

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.

Patient Experience Scores

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

Based on 47 surveys · 22% 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)
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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)
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CommunicationPatients who felt staff communicated well about their care
96+2 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

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.

+ 3 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.

Google Reviews

4.7
302 reviews
susan glover

susan glover

The people that work at Pacific Cataract are excellent and they work well with people. The eye Dr. has a great calm and descriptive explanation about what is going on!!! I can’t praise them enough, and I really appreciate all of them!!! Thank you, Susan Glover .

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Chuck Contois

Chuck Contois

Your employees were very professional and caring about my situation. They did an outstanding job making me fell comfortable with the process. I was actually really amazed that the process only took about 30 seconds to correct my vision back to nearly perfect. I can’t that you enough.

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Linda Nash

Linda Nash

This was the most positive surgery experience I’ve ever had. Everyone was friendly , delightful, and they all are very good at their tasks. I especially appreciated the surgeon praying before the surgery began! I highly recommend PCLI.

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Ric Thompson

Ric Thompson

My experience was awesome in every way. Great Staff and Surgeon. Beautiful facility. I have better eye site than I thought I would have from having cataracts removed in both eyes. I can see clearly now. Thank you to all of your Staff. Most of all the prayers that we had just prior to both surgeries. God Richly Bless each and every one of you. Harold "Ric" Thompson

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Bill B

Bill B

On December 29, 2025, I had my first appointment (VA referral) at the Pacific Cataract and Laser Institute (PCLI) in Tacoma, Washington. The check-in process was straightforward, and the appointment began on time. Brooke, an optometry assistant, conducted an exceptionally thorough initial eye examination to help confirm the VA referral and assess how PCLI could best address my eye care needs. The results of this examination were subsequently reviewed by Dr. J. Bachman, an ophthalmologist and one of several highly qualified physicians on staff. At no point did I feel rushed. To the contrary, I felt as though I was the most important person in the clinic. My questions were answered clearly and thoughtfully, and I was given valuable, unbiased recommendations focused solely on improving my eye health. In my view, Pacific Cataract and Laser Institute in Tacoma is a well-managed facility that consistently places the patient’s best interests first. There was no attempt to upsell any specific optical product, technology, or procedure. The clear objective throughout my visit was to improve my visual acuity where possible—nothing more, nothing less. Based on this initial visit, I would highly recommend Pacific Cataract and Laser Institute in Tacoma to anyone seeking top-tier ophthalmology care in a calm, professional, and patient-centered environment.

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Years in Operation

20 years

Est. 2006

Ownership

For-Profit

Operating Rooms

2

Specialties

Ophthalmology
Medicare Certified

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