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.

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Elite Imperial Imaging

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Elite Surgical First Assistans

Elite Surgical First Assistants, LLC

Elite Transportation Solutions LLC

Elizabeth A Jekot MD PA

Elizabeth A Whalen MD LLC

Elizabeth D Cidoni

Elizabeth Jan Gillespie Crna

Elizabeth Pusey MD INC

Elizabeth Radiology Associates, P.A.

Elizabeth Weatherford MD PC

Elizabeth Wende Breast Care LLC

Elizabethtown Community Hospital

Elizabethtown Community Hospital

Elizabethtown Radiology, P.S.C.

Elk Grove Imaging Associates, S.C.

Elk Grove Radiology

Elk Grove Radiology S.C.

Elk Regional Health Center

Elk Regional Health Center

Elk Regional Health Center

Elk Regional Health Center

Elk Regional Health Center Pharmacy

Elkhart General Hospital, INC.

Elkhart General Hospital, INC.

Ella E M Brown Charitable Circle

Ella E. M. Brown Charitable Circle

Ella Em Brown Charitable Circle

Ella Hospitalist PA

Elliot Hospital

Elliot Hospital Of The City Of Manchester

Elliot Professional Services

Elliot Professional Services

Ellis Bandt Birkin Kollins & Wong PLLC

Ellis County Imaging, LLC

Ellis Hospital

Ellis Hospital

Ellis Hospital

Ellis Hospital

Ellsworth County Medical Center

Ellsworth Municipal Hospital

Ellwood Medical Center Operations, LLC

Elm Medical, PC