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 Jenkins County

Hospital Authority Of Liberty County

Hospital Authority Of Mitchell County

Hospital Authority Of Randolph County

Hospital Authority Of The City Of Bainbridge And Decatur County

Hospital Authority Of Valdosta And Lowndes County Georgia

Hospital Authority Of Valdosta And Lowndes County, Georgia

Hospital Authority Of Valdosta And Lowndes County, Georgia

Hospital Authority Of Valdosta And Lowndes County, Georgia

Hospital Authority Of Valdosta And Lowndes County, Georgia

Hospital Authority Of Washington County

Hospital Authority Of Wayne County, Georgia

Hospital Authority Of Wilkes County

Hospital Authority Of Wilkes County

Hospital Auxilio Mutuio

Hospital Auxilio Mutuo

Hospital Auxilio Mutuo

Hospital Azura Cancun Sapi De Cv

Hospital Balboa S.C.

Hospital Biblica Of Costa Rica LLC

Hospital Cemeq

Hospital Cima

Hospital Clinica Del Mar International Billing

Hospital Comunitario Buen Samaritano INC

Hospital Comunitario Buen Samaritano INC

Hospital Corporation Of Utah

Hospital Corporation Of Utah

Hospital Corporation Of Utah

Hospital Damas INC

Hospital De LA Concepcion INC

Hospital De LA Concepcion INC

Hospital De LA Concepcion, INC

Hospital De LA Concepcion, INC

Hospital Development CO

Hospital Development Of West Phoenix INC

Hospital Development Of West Phoenix INC

Hospital District #6 Of Harper County

Hospital District 5 Of Harper County Kansas

Hospital District No 1 Crawford County

Hospital District No 1 Marion CO

Hospital District No 1 Marion CO

Hospital District No 1 Of Rice CO

Hospital District No 6 Of Harper County Kansas

Hospital District No 6 Of Harper County Kansas

Hospital District No 6 Of Harper County Kansas

Hospital District No. 1 Of Dickinson County, Kansas

Hospital District No. 1 Of Dickinson County, Kansas

Hospital Dr. Susoni. INC.