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

Healthcenter Northwest LLC

Healtheast St Josephs Hospital

Healtheast St. John'S Hospital

Healtheast Woodwinds Hospital

Healthmark Of Walton INC

Healthmont Of Missouri LLC

Healthpartners Rc

Healthpartners Rc

Healthsmart Pacific INC

Healthsource Global

Healthspan LLP

Healthworks Of Palmetto Baptist

Heard Clinic Surgery, PLLC

Heart Associates Of Westside, PLLC

Heart Hospital Of Bk, LLC

Heart Hospital Of Dto, LLC

Heart Hospital Of New Mexico, LLC

Heart Hospital Of South Dakota LLC

Heart Of Lancaster Regional Meidcal

Heart Of Texas Healthcare System

Heart Of Texas Healthcare System

Heartcare Midwest

Hearthstone Hospital - Mesa, LLC

Hearthstone Hospital - Mesa, LLC

Hearthstone Hospital - Sun City, LLC

Hearthstone Hospital - Sun City, LLC

Hearthstone Hospital Mesa

Heartland Clinic

Heartland Health System INC.

Heartland Long Term Acute Care Hospital

Heartland Long Term Acute Care Hospital

Heartland Memorial Hospital, LLC

Heartland Regional Medical Center

Heartland Regional Medical Center

Heartland Surgical Specialty Hospital, LLC

Heather Healy

Hebrew Health Care

Hebrew Home And Hospital

Hebrew Home And Hospital INC

Hebrew Home For Aged Disabled DBA Jewish Home

Hegg Memorial Hospital

Heidrich, MD

Heights Hospital LLC

Helen Newberry Joy Hospital

Helen Newberry Joy Hospital

Helen Newberry Joy Hospital

Helping Hands Surgical Services

Hemet Assisted Living LLC.