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

Herbert J. Thomas Memorial Hospital Association

Herington Hospital INC

Herington Hospital INC

Herington Municipal Hospital

Herington Municipal Hospital

Herington Municipal Hospital

Herington Rural Emergency Hospital

Heritage Hills Family Medicine, P.C

Heritage Park Surgical Hospital LLC

Heritage Valley Health System

Hermann Area Hospital District

Hermann Area Hospital District

Hermann Drive Surgical Hospital

Hernando Alvarez MD PA

Hernando Hma LLC

Hernando Hma LLC

Herrick Campus Pharmacy

Herrick Medical Center

Herrick Memorial Hospital, INC.

Herrin Hospital Pharmacy

Heywood Hospital

Hgi Healthcare

Hh Health System - Athens Limestone, LLC

Hh Health System - Dekalb, LLC

Hh Health System - Jackson LLC

Hh Health System - Lincoln INC

Hh Health System - Marshall LLC

Hh Health System - Morgan, INC.

Hh Health System - Shoals LLC

Hh Health System - Shoals LLC

Hh Health System - Tennessee

Hh Killeen Health System LLC

Hhc

Hhc: North Central Bronx Hospital

Hhn Ks1 LLC

Hhn Tx1 LLC

Hialeah Hospital INC.

Hiawatha Hospital Association INC

Hiawatha Hospital Association INC

Hiawatha Hospital Association INC

Hiawatha Hospital Association INC

Hidden Oasis, LLC

High Plains Hospital Lp

High Point Regional Health

High Point Regional Health System

High Point Regional Hospital Professional Staff

Highland County Hospital

Highland District Hospital