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.

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East Valley Hospital, LLC

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Eastern Connectitcut Medical Professionals

Eastern Health LLC

Eastern Idaho Health Services INC

Eastern Idaho Health Services, INC.

Eastern Idaho Health Services, INC.

Eastern Idaho Health Services, INC.

Eastern Idaho Health Services, INC.

Eastern Idaho Regional Medical Center

Eastern Idaho Rmc Inpatient Services

Eastern Maine Emergency Veterinary Clinic

Eastern Maine Healthcare Systems Inland Hospital

Eastern Maine Medical Center

Eastern Maine Medical Center

Eastern Maine Medical Center

Eastern Maine Medical Center

Eastern Niagara Hospital, INC

Eastern Oklahoma Medical Center

Eastern Plumas Health Care

Eastern Plumas Health Care

Eastern Plumas Health Care

Eastern Plumas Health Care

Eastern Plumas Health Care District

Eastern Plumas Health Care District

Eastern Plumas Health Care District

Eastern Regional Medical Center, INC

Eastern Rio Blanco County Health Service District

Eastern Rio Blanco County Health Service District

Eastern Virginia Medical School

Eastland Memorial Hospital District

Eastland Memorial Hospital District

Easton Hospital

Easton Hospital

Eastside Medical Center, LLC

Eastside Medical Center, LLC

Eastside Medical Center, LLC

Eaton Rapids Medical Center

Eaton Rapids Medical Center

Eaton Rapids Medical Center

Eaton Rapids Medical Center

Ebd Bemc Rockwall LLC