While both hospitals and Ambulatory Surgery Centers (ASCs), like Surgery Center Cedar Rapids, can perform many of the same procedures, there are unique advantages to choosing an award winning ASC like Cedar Rapids Surgery Center.
Outpatient surgery is now the norm
Today, more than 80% of surgeries are performed in an outpatient setting. ASCs are designed specifically for these procedures, offering a focused and efficient patient experience.
Safety and quality come first
ASCs must meet strict state and federal requirements and are reviewed regularly to ensure the highest standards of safety and quality. In fact, research shows patients treated at ASCs are less likely to be admitted to a hospital due to post-surgery complications.
Leaders in surgical innovation
Ambulatory Surgery Centers have been at the forefront of innovations that have transformed outpatient care. With advancements in medical technology, procedures are now safer, less invasive, and more comfortable than ever. And because ASCs only handle outpatient cases, they can meet growing demand with fewer delays or cancellations.
Cost savings for everyone
Choosing an ASC doesn’t just lower costs for patients—it also saves money for insurance providers and Medicare. According to KNG Health Consulting, ASCs generated $7 billion in annual savings for Medicare programs, while Medicare patients saved $1.5 billion over just four years.
Surgery Center Cedar Rapids is proud to be your local ASC, and the #1 ASC in Iowa in 2025 according to Newsweek. To learn more about ambulatory surgery centers head to AdvancingSurgicalCare.com. You can also check out the price differences between ASCs and hospitals on Medicare.gov to see your options. If you have any questions, feel free to contact us!
