Frequent Questions
An ambulatory surgery center (ASC), or simply a surgery center, is a modern health care facility offering outpatient, same-day surgical care. Riverfront Surgery Center is a brand new, state-of-the-art facility offering the very best in surgical care, and it is physician-owned and operated. Riverfront will provide outpatient procedures for spine, joint, and pain management, as well as other orthopedic procedures.
Yes! In fact, studies have shown that surgery centers have better patient outcomes, fewer infections, and faster recovery times for patients than hospital-based surgeries (The Journal of Bone and Joint Surgery). Plus, patients are less likely to need hospital care the week following their procedure.
We make drop-off and pick-up easy and can accommodate your personal needs. You can expect to wait comfortably in our calming and convenient waiting area.We offer different services and treatments. You can read each doctors’ bio and services on our Doctors page. Please visit our Procedures page for a list of all services Riverfront Surgery Center offers.
ASCs are historically much more cost efficient than hospital facilities. This enables surgery centers to provide services to patients and insurance companies at a significant cost savings. Depending on your insurance plan, this can impact your out-of-pocket costs significantly. In one analysis of Medicare cost savings, ASCs are linked to more than $4 billion dollars in saving every year and that number is expected to rise.
Please visit our Doctors page and contact the preferred physician’s office to schedule your surgery.
If you need immediate care or may be experiencing a medical emergency, call 911.If you need a referral to see a specialists, contact your primary care provider and ask to see one of our specialists.