North Pointe Surgery Center receives Blue Distinction certification

North Pointe Surgery Center has been recognized by the Blue Cross Blue Shield Association as a Blue Distinction Center for Knee and Hip Replacement. This national designation is awarded to facilities that demonstrate expertise in patient safety and deliver superior outcomes in joint replacement surgery. Located in Lancaster at 170 N. Pointe Blvd. and in Lebanon at 1701 Cornwall Road, Suite 100, North Pointe Surgery Center is proud to provide nationally recognized care close to home. Patients in need of expert joint replacement care are encouraged to schedule an appointment by calling 717-299-4871.

Earning the Blue Distinction designation reflects North Pointe Surgery Center’s dedication to putting patients first and achieving exceptional results in joint replacement surgery. The recognition highlights a culture of patient-centered care, clinical excellence and continuous innovation. With advanced practices and efficient care close to home, the team helps patients recover more quickly, face fewer complications and return to daily life with confidence.

North Pointe Surgery Center earned the Blue Distinction designation by meeting rigorous national standards, including:

• Holding full accreditation from a recognized national organization.
• Achieving low complication, mortality and readmission rates within 90 days of surgery.
• Having enhanced postsurgical recovery processes and procedures in place for quality perioperative care.
• Participating in the BlueCard Preferred Provider Organization network to provide patients with greater access to quality care.

“We are proud to have North Pointe Surgery Center recognized as a Blue Distinction Center,” said Orthopedic Associates of Lancaster CEO Bill Weik. “This designation reflects our team’s dedication to delivering safe, high-quality care that helps patients recover faster and return to their daily lives with confidence.”

Since 2005, the Blue Distinction Specialty Care program has helped patients across the country find trusted, cost-effective specialty care in areas such as bariatric surgery, cancer care, cardiac care, spine surgery, maternity care and joint replacement. North Pointe Surgery Center is proud to be part of this national effort to advance surgical excellence and improve health outcomes for patients close to home.

To schedule an appointment at North Pointe Surgery Center, please call 717-299-4871.