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INDEPENDENT SURGERY CENTER is a Medicare-certified ambulatory surgery center located in CHIPPEWA FALLS, WI, offering same-day outpatient surgical procedures. Google rating: 4.6 out of 5 from 9 reviews.

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INDEPENDENT SURGERY CENTER

chippewa falls, WIMedicare Certified

Location & Directions

Address

2751 COMMERCIAL BLVD SUITE 7

CHIPPEWA FALLS, WI

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(715) 738-1800

Service Area

This provider serves patients in CHIPPEWA FALLS and surrounding areas in WI.

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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: 94/100 (+1 vs natl avg 93)

Based on 51 surveys · 26% 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
94+1 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
98+4 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.

0.04%

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.

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.
Browse all patient resources

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Google Reviews

4.6
9 reviews
Merrissa Luna

Merrissa Luna

Dr. Harvey and his team were absolutely wonderful. They all explained my procedure very well and they made me feel extremely comfortable! I can not put into words how extremely thankful I am for Dr.Harvey and his whole team! I will highly recommend them.

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Al Trepczyk

Al Trepczyk

This place is top notch. I had my first cataract surgery done there today and also my first experience with ISC. The staff were ALL very friendly and treated us like family. The OR room personnel were very professional, but also very friendly. they cared about me and every need I might have. The surgery team were the best. Thanks for the wonderful experience and may God bless you all.

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John Wagner

John Wagner

Dr. Thomas Harvey removed post-polar cataracts from both of my eyes with great care. I can now see better than I have ever seen in the past. I have been wearing glasses since I was five years old. My cataracts were first diagnosed at the age of 22 and my eyesight had been degrading ever since. I now have close to 20/20 vision in both eyes and only require a pair of 1.25 glasses for reading. Dr. Harvey is very competent and the surgery went very smoothly with the help of the staff at the Independent Surgery Center. Dr. Harvey's positive nature and confidence contributed to my excellent experience.

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Deborah Heath

Deborah Heath

The staff and Dr. Thomas Harvey have the best customer service I have ever encountered. The atmosphere from the moment you step in is top notch. I have not stopped talking about my experience with friends and family and highly recommend the Independent Surgery Center. Ragnhild Heath

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Sheri Baemmert

Sheri Baemmert

Dr. Harvey and the friendly staff were caring and helpful during my mother's eye surgery. The procedure went smooth. I highly recommend utilizing the Independent Surgery Center. The surgery was performed by a highly skilled surgeon. Plus, it was more economical than having the same procedure done at a hospital. I was able to drop my mom off right at the front door, park by the front door, and easily pick her up at their convenient side pick-up door so she didn't have to walk very far.

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Contact

Phone

(715) 738-1800

Website

www.isurgerycenter.com/

Years in Operation

15 years

Est. 2011

Ownership

For-Profit

Operating Rooms

3

Specialties

Ophthalmology
Medicare Certified

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Questions to Ask

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  • •What anesthesia options are available?
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  • •Are there pre-op requirements (labs, fasting, etc.)?