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

Hospital Authority Of Mitchell County

Hospital Authority Of Mitchell County

Hospital Authority Of Mitchell County

Hospital Espanol Auxilio Mutuo De Puerto Rico, INC.

Hospital For Special Care

Hospital Imaging CO INC

Hospital Imaging CO INC

Hospital Imaging CO INC

Hospital Radiologists LTD

Hospital Radiology Service, S.C.

Hospital Specialist Solutions, LLC

Houma Orthopedic Clinic Amc

Houma Radiology Associates PC

Housatonic Valley Radiological Associates PC

Houston Imaging Solutions LLC

Houston Intra-operative Monitoring

Houston Medical Imaging

Houston Northwest Cancer Center Lp

Houston Northwest Radiology Assn

Houston Physicians Imaging, PLLC

Houston Progressive Radiology Associates, PLLC

Houston Radiology Associated

Houston Surgical Specialists

Houston Vascular Specialists CORP

Houston Vein And Vascular PLLC

Howard C Hutt MD

Howard John Simon MD PC

Howard Kessler MD PA

Howard Kessler MD PA

Howard R Knohl MD INC

Howard Simon MD PLLC

Howard Simon MD PLLC

Howard University

Howard University

Howard University Faculty Practice Plan

Howard University Faculty Practice Plan

Hpm Foundation INC Centro De Imagen

Hr Physician Services

Hr Physician Svcs

Hrr Holdings LLC

Hss-florida Physicians LLC

Hublall Radiology, LLC

Huddle Radiology & Imaging LLC

Hudson Heights Services, INC

Hudson Imaging Partners LLC

Hudson Premier Medical PC

Hudson Radiology Center

Hudson River Radiology Center LLC