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WAUSAU SURGERY CENTER is a Medicare-certified ambulatory surgery center located in WAUSAU, WI, offering same-day outpatient surgical procedures. Google rating: 4.4 out of 5 from 15 reviews.

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WAUSAU SURGERY CENTER

wausau, WIMedicare Certified

Location & Directions

Address

2809 WESTHILL DR

WAUSAU, WI

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(715) 842-4490

Service Area

This provider serves patients in WAUSAU 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.

Orthopaedic Surgery6
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.
Otolaryngology (ENT Surgery)6
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.
Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery6
Breast Augmentation / ReductionBreast size is increased by placing implants, or decreased by removing breast tissue and skin and repositioning the remaining tissue. Reduction is often performed to relieve back, neck, and shoulder pain caused by breast weight.RhinoplastySurgery that reshapes the nose by altering the bone and cartilage beneath the skin. It is performed to change appearance, to correct breathing problems caused by internal structure, or both. Swelling takes months to fully resolve.FaceliftLiposuctionFat is suctioned out from beneath the skin through small tubes called cannulas, reshaping a specific area such as the abdomen, flanks, or thighs. It targets localized deposits and is a contouring procedure rather than a method of weight loss.Wound ReconstructionRebuilds skin and underlying tissue where a wound is too large or too damaged to close directly. Surgeons move nearby tissue, or transfer skin and muscle from elsewhere on the body, to cover the defect. Often follows trauma, infection, or cancer removal.Skin GraftingHealthy skin is taken from one area of the body and transplanted to cover a wound or burn elsewhere. Both the graft site and the donor site need care, and the donor site is often the more uncomfortable of the two.

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: 97/100 (+4 vs natl avg 93)

Based on 319 surveys · 39% 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
97+4 vs national avg (93)
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Would RecommendPatients who would definitely recommend this facility
97+5 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

Hospital Transfer Rate

% of patients transferred to a hospital during or after their procedure (ASC-4). Lower is better.

0.21%

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.

0.03%

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.

Knee Arthroscopy Recovery Timeline
Week by week, what to expect after.
Shoulder Arthroscopy Recovery
Sling time, therapy, and getting back to normal.
Tonsillectomy and Ear Tubes: A Parent Guide
What to expect if your child is having either.
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.
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Google Reviews

4.4
15 reviews
Jessica Blunt

Jessica Blunt

I had a good experience during preop. The nurse was super attentive & through about their process. They were running behind for my surgery which isn’t a big deal. It happens. I’m a bedside nurse myself. Post op I woke up in horrible pain. The nurse (Rhonda) gave me oral pain meds & I was crying in pain. Obviously annoyed & on verge of being exasperated she asked “what can I do for you?” I asked if I could have IV pain meds. She came back promptly & pushed the dilaudid IV within seconds. It’s supposed to be pushed 2-3 minutes for good reasons. I immediately threw up. then she came back to give me IV anti-nausea med. The only time she was kind to me was helping me into the passenger seat of my car ride. I've worked 12 years at bedside & i have never treated any of my patients like they were a bother. I just came out from surgery & anesthesia I’m sorry I was such a nuisance. Such a lack of compassion is disgusting, especially my own profession.

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Rachel Glaza

Rachel Glaza

When you seek care for your kiddos it’s nerve racking as a parent because you want them to be understood and treated kindly and with patience. My 5 year old had a tonsillectomy/adenoidectomy this week and I am very pleased with each and every one who cared for him during the process. From the very beginning, they allowed him to bring his stuffed dinosaur and had tactful strategies to make everything as easy and smooth as possible for the kiddo. Not everyone you come across in the medical profession has patience and compassion for children so I am so grateful for every single staff member who was on his care team this day. Everyone we ever came across met us with a smile as well.

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Carly Beyer

Carly Beyer

Was here for my 5 year old and had such kind staff. The nurses and what they dealt with after our son was waking up was a lot and they handled it with grace and never made us feel bad. They said it was a normal reaction. These nurses work so hard and deal with so much and could not believe how kind they all were and understanding. The dr Leonard from ent was the best and kindest Dr we have ever had and so down to earth. 10/10 would tell anyone with kids with tonsil issues to go to him.

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Kim Bjorklund

Kim Bjorklund

Had knee replacement. I was so impressed with the care I received and the friendly caring staff I actually booked my other knee surgery while I was in recovery. So nice if you don't have to go to a hospital if possible. I just feel there's less of a chance of infection with less sick people around.

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Monica Abraham

Monica Abraham

From the time I checked in to the time I left, I really felt comfortable. All of the staff are friendly and compassionate. They really listened to me when I said I was a difficult IV stick and the anesthesiologist came right out to help. They kept me comfortable during and after surgery. They also called to check on me a couple days later and sent a nice card!

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Contact

Phone

(715) 842-4490

Website

www.wausausurgery.com/

Years in Operation

32 years

Est. 1994

Ownership

For-Profit

Operating Rooms

6

Specialties

Orthopaedic SurgeryOtolaryngologyPlastic and Reconstructive Surgery
Medicare Certified

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