Freestanding Ambulatory Surgical & Emergency Centers
Key Figures
Figures are published for NAICS 621493 directly.
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Official definition
This U.S. industry comprises establishments with physicians and other medical staff primarily engaged in (1) providing surgical services (e.g., orthoscopic and cataract surgery) on an outpatient basis or (2) providing emergency care services (e.g., setting broken bones, treating lacerations, or tending to patients suffering injuries as a result of accidents, trauma, or medical conditions necessitating immediate medical care) on an outpatient basis. Outpatient surgical establishments have specialized facilities, such as operating and recovery rooms, and specialized equipment, such as anesthetic or X-ray equipment.
Source: US Census Bureau, 2017 NAICS Definitions. Public domain.
Illustrative examples
- Freestanding ambulatory surgical centers and clinics
- Freestanding trauma centers (except hospitals)
- Freestanding emergency medical centers and clinics
- Urgent medical care centers and clinics (except hospitals)
Which code does this activity belong in?
Freestanding ambulatory surgical and emergency centers provide either outpatient surgical procedures with specialized operating facilities or emergency care services on an outpatient basis. The distinction from related freestanding centers lies in the nature of services: this code covers establishments focused specifically on surgery or emergency treatment, whereas All Other Outpatient Care Centers classify establishments providing general or specialized outpatient care through different means, such as biofeedback, pain therapy, or community health services without surgical or emergency capabilities.