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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Columbia/Hca John Randolph, INC.

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Columbus Community Hospital

Columbus Community Hospital INC

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Columbus Diagnostic Center INC

Columbus Diagnostic Center INC

Columbus Diagnostic Imaging, LLC

Columbus Hospital

Columbus Hospital Ltach LLC

Columbus Hospital Ltach LLC

Columbus Hospital Ltach, LLC

Columbus Radiology CORP

Columbus Radiology CORP

Columbus Radiology CORP

Columbus Radiology INC

Columbus Radiology Physicians LLC

Columbus Radiology, LLC

Columbus Regional Health Physicians, LLC

Columbus Regional Healthcare System

Columbus Regional Hospital

Columbus Va Ambulatory Care Center

Columbus Vascular Care LLC

Columbus Vascular Center, LLC

Colusa Medical Center LLC

Colusa Medical Center LLC

Colusa Regional Medical Center

Colusa Regional Medical Center

Colusa Regional Medical Center

Colusa Regional Medical Center

Colusa Regional Medical Center

Colusa Regional Medical Center

Colusa Regional Medical Center

Colusa Regional Medical Center

Colusa Regional Medical Center

Colusa Regional Medical Center

Colusa Regional Medical Center

Colusa Regional Medical Center

Colusa Regional Medical Center

Colusa Regional Medical Center

Colusa Regional Medical Center

Colusa Regional Medical Center

Comanche County Consolidated Hospital District

Comanche County Healthcare

Comanche County Healthcare

Comanche County Hospital