WALLA WALLA CLINIC INC is a Medicare-certified ambulatory surgery center located in WALLA WALLA, WA, offering same-day outpatient surgical procedures. Google rating: 3.1 out of 5 from 72 reviews.

WALLA WALLA CLINIC INC

walla walla, WAMedicare Certified

Location & Directions

Address

55 W. TIETAN

WALLA WALLA, WA

Service Area

This provider serves patients in WALLA WALLA 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.

Knee ArthroscopyA camera and small instruments are inserted through incisions the size of a buttonhole to repair cartilage, trim a torn meniscus, or remove loose fragments. Because the joint is not opened fully, recovery is far faster than traditional open knee surgery.Shoulder ArthroscopyUses a small camera and instruments through tiny incisions to repair the shoulder joint — commonly for impingement, labral tears, or damaged cartilage. Most patients go home the same day and begin physical therapy within the first week.ACL ReconstructionRebuilds the torn anterior cruciate ligament using a graft, since a fully torn ACL does not heal on its own. The surgery itself is outpatient, but returning to cutting and pivoting sports typically takes nine to twelve months of structured rehabilitation.Rotator Cuff RepairReattaches torn tendons in the shoulder to the bone. Pain relief often comes well before strength does — a sling is typical for several weeks and full recovery commonly takes four to six months, with physical therapy doing much of the work.Carpal Tunnel ReleaseCuts the ligament pressing on the median nerve at the wrist to relieve numbness, tingling, and night pain in the hand. The procedure takes about 15 minutes under local anesthesia. Night symptoms often improve immediately; grip strength returns over several weeks.Joint ReplacementDamaged joint surfaces are replaced with implants, most commonly at the knee or hip. Once exclusively a hospital procedure, selected healthy patients now have this done at surgery centers and go home the same day with a structured recovery plan.
Tonsillectomy / AdenoidectomyThe tonsils and sometimes the adenoids are removed for repeated infections or sleep-disordered breathing. Recovery is notably harder for adults than children, with significant throat pain for a week or more and a real emphasis on staying hydrated.Ear Tube PlacementTiny tubes are placed through the eardrum to drain fluid and ventilate the middle ear, most often for children with recurrent ear infections. The procedure takes about 10 minutes and the tubes usually fall out on their own within a year.Sinus Surgery (FESS)A camera and instruments passed through the nostrils open blocked sinus drainage pathways, with no external incisions. Considered for chronic sinusitis that has not improved with medication. Congestion often worsens briefly before it improves.SeptoplastyThe wall of cartilage and bone between the nostrils is straightened to improve airflow through a blocked side. It addresses breathing rather than external appearance, though it is sometimes combined with cosmetic reshaping.Turbinate ReductionSwollen tissue inside the nose is shrunk to improve airflow, frequently at the same time as septoplasty. Often the difference between a nose that is structurally straight and one that actually feels open.LaryngoscopyA scope examines the voice box and vocal cords, used for persistent hoarseness, difficulty swallowing, or throat pain that has not resolved. Small lesions can sometimes be biopsied or removed during the same procedure.
HysteroscopyA slim camera passed through the cervix examines the inside of the uterus, and can remove polyps or fibroids in the same visit. No abdominal incision is involved. Cramping for a day or two afterward is normal.LaparoscopyA camera and instruments are inserted through small abdominal incisions, allowing diagnosis and treatment without a large open incision. Used for endometriosis, ovarian cysts, and pelvic pain, with recovery measured in days rather than weeks.D&C (Dilation and Curettage)The cervix is dilated and the uterine lining removed, for heavy bleeding, after a miscarriage, or to obtain tissue for diagnosis. The procedure takes 10 to 15 minutes and most people return to normal activity within a day or two.Tubal LigationThe fallopian tubes are sealed, cut, or removed to provide permanent contraception. It should be considered irreversible — reversal is not reliably successful, so it is intended for people certain they do not want future pregnancy.Endometrial AblationThe uterine lining is destroyed to reduce or stop heavy menstrual bleeding, offering an alternative to hysterectomy. It is not a contraceptive, and it is only appropriate for those who have completed childbearing.Ovarian Cyst RemovalA persistent, enlarging, or painful ovarian cyst is removed, usually laparoscopically. Surgeons generally aim to remove the cyst while preserving the ovary itself, particularly for patients who may want future pregnancy.
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.
Bunion Correction (Bunionectomy)The bony prominence at the base of the big toe is removed and the bone realigned, often with screws or plates. Recovery involves weeks in a protective shoe or boot, and swelling can persist for several months.Hammertoe CorrectionA toe permanently bent at the middle joint is straightened, sometimes with a temporary pin holding the correction. Considered when the toe rubs painfully in shoes or has developed calluses and sores.Plantar Fascia ReleaseThe tight band of tissue along the bottom of the foot is partially released to relieve stubborn heel pain. Reserved for cases that have not improved after months of stretching, orthotics, and other conservative treatment.Ankle ArthroscopyA small camera and instruments treat problems inside the ankle joint — impingement, loose fragments, or damaged cartilage — through incisions a few millimeters wide, avoiding a larger open exposure.Ingrown Toenail RemovalThe edge of a nail growing into the surrounding skin is removed under local anesthesia. When the problem keeps recurring, the nail-forming tissue at that edge is also treated so it does not grow back.Foot Fracture RepairBroken bones in the foot are realigned and stabilized with hardware so they heal in position. Because the foot bears your full weight with every step, alignment matters more here than the small bone size suggests.

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 · 27% 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
98+6 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
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

Safe Surgery Checklist: 87.8% (natl avg ~97%)

Safe Surgery Checklist

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

87.8%

natl avg ~97%

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

Google Reviews

3.1
72 reviews
Alison Crowley

Alison Crowley

I needed a UA from my primary care so I had labs done here. My labs were lost and no one helped me. Since they lost my labs I am not authorized for anti biotic thus my tract infection will continue until they find my labs.

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Grey Elliot

Grey Elliot

I've been cared for by the clinic for two decades and have received excellent, professional, efficient, care. Their staff is up to date as well as their campus.

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Michele Slack

Michele Slack

When it comes to medical care in WW they are the best. That said every group has a provider that refuses to listen or budge. The behavioral health dept is amazing, and family medicine is hands down the best. GI could use more compassion and be more flexible with their procedure preps. Dr. Haveman with ENT is a wonderful provider and very caring. I miss their Urgent Care and Hope they reconsider having one as the alternative for me is Best Med. All in all I wouldn't go anywhere else.

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chantell reid

chantell reid

My rating is for the GI clinic specifically. Had the GI “doctor” tell me he doesn’t get paid to look at patient charts and test results or make phone calls so if he spent his time doing that, he’d be working for free. The same “doctor” that ordered a test that I was deathly allergic to and would have known if he simply listened when I verified my allergies and read my chart. The same “doctor” who tried to tell me he disagreed with a diagnosis by another GI clinic but then tried to prescribe meds for it at the very next appointment.

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Kat Rodriguez

Kat Rodriguez

This clinic is the absolute worst I can not believe we stayed as long as we did. Starting when my oldest son was young a doctor calling him fat. We finally moved him out and got a new amazing doctor. Than my youngest son most recently last few years since he was born a year later had a bad reaction to the MMR vaccine his doctor ordered a referral. Months later after I contacted them about it they said oh there is no one who does it but we will try Yakima so we waited again. Later he was diagnosed with alopecia also referral sent when I asked about the first referral they were brand new to the information finally a while later they said oh we know what’s going on now we will have to send you to Spokane or Seattle. I said ok that will work months later STILL WAITING. Today we go in for a yearly check up for my teen we have waited over a month for this check up as there is some pressing medical questions the receptionist was absolutely rude. The girl she was training looked embarrassed ( don’t worry girl you did great!) but the girl training her was rude rolled her eyes and tapped her feet like she was very bothered by our presence. She stated “we don’t take that insurance “ we have been at this clinic for a long time and have had this same insurance for over a year! What do they mean ? My son has been seen last few months a couple times even nothing was said then either, we didn’t receive notice of this change from the insurance or clinic. Than she proceeded to say out loud for the whole office to hear UNLESS YOUR KIDS ARE IN FOSTER CARE OR ADOPTED NONE OF THE DOCTORS WILL SEE YOU. 2x in 3 min she said this out loud. How embarrassing God forbid there be a child in Forster care or adopted ( forgive yourself for that one girl) After they consulted with a seasoned receptionist about our insurance we were asked to fill out forms to request a change in insurance, I was sickened by this service by this girl all around I decided to just walk out. Now my teen who needed to be seen by her doctor will have to wait for a new doctor elsewhere. My preteen will now miss out on basketball because she won’t have a updated Sports physical done in time ( her appt was previously scheduled for this coming Friday 1/17 that was also made over a month ago. Shame on you Walla Walla clinic for this treatment shame on you for training new employees how to invalidate emotions and discriminate against people who are not adopted or in foster care and for calling out anyone who may be in foster care or adopted. I know first hand how it is to be understaffed but you can not be so desperate to allow snotty, uneducated employees represent your clinic. Do better , be better, treat others with respect.

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Years in Operation

26 years

Est. 2000

Ownership

For-Profit

Operating Rooms

2

Specialties

Orthopaedic SurgeryOtolaryngologyObstetrics & GynecologyGastroenterologyPodiatry
Medicare Certified

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