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About Northtowns Ambulatory Surgery Center

Sponsored by University Orthopaedic Services, Inc., University at Buffalo Surgeons Inc., 33 physician members and an affiliate of Kaleida Health, Northtowns Ambulatory Surgery Center (NASC) is a multispecialty surgery center that provides a wide range of outpatient interventions, including orthopaedics, colorectal surgery, general surgery, plastic surgery, vascular surgery, breast surgery, and colonoscopy and endoscopy procedures.

Committed to the highest level of excellence in surgical expertise and compassionate patient care, NASC is proudly revolutionizing the landscape of surgical care in Western New York. The newly built 38,000-square-foot facility includes seven operating rooms, four endoscopy suites and three procedure rooms that offer the latest, state-of-the-art equipment and technology.

Certifications

Northtowns Ambulatory Surgery Center has received full accreditation from the Accreditation Association for Ambulatory Health Care (AAAHC), epitomizing the Center’s ability to provide the utmost in quality care to its patients. Organizations that earn AAAHC Accreditation embody the philosophy of “1095 Strong,” a transformational movement spearheaded by AAAHC to equip ambulatory leaders with the best of what they need to operationalize quality practices. This philosophy represents the three years, or 1,095 days, of the accreditation term, and it is meant to inspire vital everyday habits and a mindset of adopting policies and procedures that promote ongoing quality improvement and excellence in patient care.

The Center will also be applying for Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) deemed status. NASC and its owners are committed to quality patient care and adherence to the laws, regulations and standards of the New York State Department of Health, CMS and AAAHC.

Mission Statement

The mission of Northtowns ASC is to enhance the health care delivery system in Western New York by being devoted to providing world-class surgical expertise and the highest standards of care. We are committed to encouraging excellence in our physicians and staff, and to the enhancement of patient lives by providing convenient access to quality surgical services delivered in a positive healing environment as a safe, efficient and cost-effective alternative to hospitalization.

Vision Statement

Northtowns ASC will be known as a first-class Ambulatory Surgery Center that meets the need for low-cost quality surgical care in the Western New York community, and is the premier choice for patients and surgeons for outpatient surgical services, postoperative recovery and continued health management.
Northtowns ASC is committed to serving all persons in need of surgical services without regard to race, sex, age, religion, creed, sexual orientation, ability to pay, source of payment or other personal characteristics.

Insurance Participation Information

Contact your insurance company directly to determine if your specific product plan participates with NASC. If you have any questions or would like more information, call 716.817.0450.