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

Lawrence Memorial Hospital

Lawrence Memorial Hospital

Lawrence Memorial Hospital

Lawton Indian Hospital

Lawton Indian Hospital

Lbj Medical Center

Lbj Tropical Medical Center

Lcmc Health Holdings INC

Lcmc Health Holdings INC

Lea Regional Hospital LLC

Leaf On A Tree Lp

Leaf On A Tree, L.P.

Leahi Hospital

Leahi Hospital

Leake County Board Of Trustees

Leake Memorial Medical Clinic Walnut Grove

Leana Bradford

Lebanon Vamc

Leconte Medical Center

Leconte Medical Center

Lee County Hospital Authority

Lee County Medical Center,LLC

Lee Ghorbanian

Lee Ghorbanian I LTD

Lee Health System INC

Lee Health System INC

Lee Health System INC

Lee Health System INC

Lee Health System INC

Lee Memorial

Lee Memorial Health System

Lee Memorial Health System

Lee Memorial Health System

Leelanau Memorial Health Center

Leepomd Enterprises, PLLC

Leesburg Regional Medical Center INC

Leesburg Regional Medical Center, INC.

Leflore County Hospital Authority

Legacy Emanuel Hospital & Health Center

Legacy Emanuel Hospital & Health Center

Legacy Good Samaritan Hospital And Medical Center

Legacy Health System

Legacy Healthcare Services, INC

Legacy Medical Center Of Atlanta, INC.

Legacy Meridian Park Hospital

Legacy Mount Hood Medical Center

Legacy Salmon Creek Hospital

Legent Hospital Northwest Houston, LLC