Question 1

What is a spine ambulatory surgery center (ASC)?

Accepted Answer

An ambulatory surgery center (ASC) is an outpatient surgical facility where spine procedures — such as discectomy, laminectomy, and spinal fusion — are performed without an overnight hospital stay. ASCs typically have lower infection rates and faster discharge times than inpatient hospitals for appropriate surgical candidates.

Question 2

How do I find an accredited spine surgery center near me?

Accepted Answer

Use the search or filter tools on this page to find accredited spine facilities by location, facility type, or name. Each facility listing shows verified accreditation status, OR counts, and affiliated staff rosters so you can compare options before contacting a facility.

Question 3

What is the difference between a spine hospital and an ASC?

Accepted Answer

A spine hospital provides both inpatient and outpatient surgical care, typically for more complex or high-risk procedures requiring post-operative monitoring. An ASC handles outpatient-only procedures for medically appropriate patients and usually offers lower costs and quicker discharge. Your surgeon will recommend the appropriate setting based on the procedure and your health status.

Question 4

What should I look for when choosing a spine surgery facility?

Accepted Answer

Key factors include accreditation status (Joint Commission, AAAHC, or CMS certification), the number of spine-trained surgeons on staff, annual procedure volume for your specific surgery type, infection rates, and whether the facility participates with your insurance plan. Spine.co displays verified staff rosters and OR counts to help you compare facilities side by side.

Spine Care Facilities

East Carolina Health-heritage, INC.

East Carroll Parish Hospital

East Cooper Community Hospital, INC.

East Cooper Medical Center LLC

East El Paso Physicians' Medical Center, LLC

East End Nurse Prac Adult Hlth

East Georgia Regional Medical Center, LLC

East Jefferson General Hospital

East Jefferson General Hospital

East Liverpool City Hospital

East Morgan County Hospital

East Morgan County Hospital

East Ohio Hospital LLC

East Ohio Hospital LLC

East Ohio Regional Hospital

East Ohio Regional Hospital

East Ohio Regional Hospital

East Ohio Regional Hospital

East Orange General Hospital

East Orange General Hospital

East Orange General Hospital

East Orange Vamc

East Orange Vamc

East Phillips County Hospital District

East Phillips County Hospital District

East Tennessee Children'S Hospital Association INC.

East Texas Medical Center

East Texas Medical Center Carthage

East Texas Medical Center Clarksville

East Texas Medical Center Clarksville

East Texas Medical Center Crockett

East Texas Medical Center Crockett

East Texas Medical Center Crockett

East Texas Medical Center Crockett

East Texas Medical Center Crockett

East Texas Medical Center Henderson

East Texas Medical Center Henderson

East Texas Medical Center Henderson

East Texas Medical Center Jacksonville

East Texas Medical Center Mount Vernon

East Texas Medical Center Mount Vernon

East Texas Medical Center Pittsburg

East Texas Medical Center Quitman

East Texas Medical Center Specialty Hospital

East Texas Medical Center Trinity

East Texas Medical Center Trinity

East Texas Medical Center Trinity

East Texas Medical Center Trinity