Question

What is the meaning of "ambulatory surgical center"?

A. Any licensed facility that primarily performs surgical procedures on an outpatient basis.
B. A hospital or clinic that employs physicians who are licensed by the state to perform surgical procedures on patients.
C. Any facility that provides centralized surgical services for patients on an inpatient basis.
D. Any hospital or facility that is equipped with an emergency surgery department to provide services to accident victims or persons with medical emergencies.

Answer 1

A. Any licensed facility that primarily performs surgical procedures on and outpatient basis.

An ambulatory surgical center can also be an outpatient facility.

Answer 2

A. Any licensed facility that primarily performs surgical procedures on and outpatient basis.

An ambulatory surgical center can also be an outpatient facility.