Ambulatory Surgery Centers specialize in same day surgery. Because of new advances in surgery and anesthesia, surgical procedures that used to require an overnight stay in a hospital can be safely performed in a surgery center. Surgery Centers, like hospitals, are held to strict standards and are regulated by state and federal laws to provide safe care.

• In 2011, more than 5,300 ASCs in the United States performed 23 million surgeries annually. Medicare grants approval for ASCs to perform more than 3,500 procedures. (ASCA Association)
• Surgery centers are often able to provide surgical care at a lower cost resulting in lower out of pocket expenses for patients.
• Patient satisfaction scores have consistently remained high. Since 1999, 98-99% of our patients report that they would return to NSC or recommend NSC to friend or family member.
• Infection rates are lower than inpatient settings.
• NSC is directed and managed by physicians in our community. This enables the physicians to perform procedures efficiently and improves outcomes.
• Our staff is experienced and highly trained in outpatient surgery.

Learn more about ASC’s and their importance in our country’s healthcare system at the Ambulatory Surgery Center Association's website.