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

Fairview Health Services

Fairview Health Services

Fairview Health Services

Fairview Health Services

Fairview Health Services

Fairview Health Services

Fairview Health Services

Fairview Health Services

Fairview Health Services

Fairview Health Services

Fairview Health Services

Fairview Hospital

Fairview Hospital

Fairview Hospital

Fairview Hospital

Fairview Hospital

Fairview Hospital

Fairview Park, Limited Partnership

Fairview Park, Limited Partnership

Fairview Park, Limited Partnership

Fairview Regional Medical Center Authority

Fairview Regional Medical Center Authority

Fairway Medical Center, LLC

Faith Regional Health Services

Fajardo Integrated Medical Center

Fall River Health Services

Fall River Health Services

Fall River Health Services

Fallbrook Hospital District

Fallon Medical Complex INC

Fallon Medical Complex INC

Falls Anesthesia Group INC.

Falls Community Hospital And Clinic

Falmouth Hospital Association INC

Family Birth Center, LLC

Family Emergency Rooms, LLC

Family Health Consultants P A

Family Pediatric

Family Physician Group

Fannin County Hospital Authority

Fannin County Hospital Authority

Fannin County Hospital Authority

Fargo Vamc

Farhad Najafi, MD INC.

Farmacia Hospital Cristo Redentor

Farmacia Hospital Dr. Pila

Farmacia Hospital Menonita

Farmers Union Hospital Association