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

Highland Hospital

Highland Hospital

Highland Hospital

Highland Hospital

Highland Hospital

Highland Hospital

Highland Hospital Of Rochester

Highland Hospital Oral And Maxillofacial Surgery

Highland MD Group

Highlands Hospital

Highlands Hospital And Health Center

Highlands Hospital And Health Center

Highlands Hospital And Health Center

Highlands Hospital CORP

Highlands Regional Medical Center

Highlands Regional Medical Center

Highlands-cashiers Hospital

Highlands-cashiers Hospital

Highlands-cashiers Hospital

Highlands-cashiers Hospital

Highlands-cashiers Hospital,INC.

Highline Medical Center

Highline Medical Center

Highsmith Rainey Hospital

Highsmith Rainey Specialty Hospital

Highteck Surgical Group, PLLC

Hill Country Memorial Hospital

Hill Hospital Of York

Hill Hospital Of York

Hill Hospital Of York

Hillary Hecktman

Hillcrest Baptist Medical Center

Hillcrest Baptist Medical Center

Hillcrest Hospital

Hillmann Pediatric Therapy

Hills & Dales General Hospital INC

Hills & Dales General Hospital, INC

Hills & Dales General Hospital, INC.

Hills & Dales General Hospital, INC.

Hillsboro Area Hospital

Hillsboro Area Hospital, INC.

Hillsboro Hospital LLC

Hillsdale Community Health Center

Hillsdale Community Health Center

Hillside Hospital LLC

Hillumed Srl

Hilo Benioff Medical Center

Hilo Benioff Medical Center