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

Elmhurst

Elmhurst Memorial Healthcare

Elmhurst Memorial Healthcare

Elmhurst Memorial Healthcare

Elmhurst Memorial Healthcare

Elmhurst Memorial Hospital

Elmhurst Memorial Hospital

Elmhurst Memorial Interventional Radiology Services LLC

Elmhurst Radiation Oncology Services, PC

Elmhurst Radiologists, Sc

Elmnt Ir MD PC

Elmont Imaging & Diagnostic

Elmont Open Mri & Diagnostics Radiology, PC

Elmont Open Mri & Diagnostics Radiology, PC

Elmont Open Mri & Diagnostics Radiology, PC

Elmore Medical Center

Elmore Medical Center Hospital District

Elmore Medical Center Hospital District

Elmore Medical Center Specialty Physician Group

Elmwood Of Green Springs, LTD.

Elmwood Of Green Springs, LTD.

Elroi Idd, LLC

Elsie M. Stfleur

Elvin Ortiz

Ely Bloomenson Community Hospital & Nursing Home

Ely-bloomenson Community Hospital

Elysium Aesthetics And Vein Care, INC

Em Hospital Care LLC

Em Mario Canales Torresola

Em Mario Canales Torresola

Emanaged Care

Emanate Health Foothill Presbyterian Hospital

Emanate Health Foothill Presbyterian Hospital

Emanate Health Imaging

Emanate Health Medical Center

Emanate Health Medical Center

Emanate Health Medical Center

Emanuel County Hospital Authority

Emanuel Medical Center

Emanuel Medical Center, INC.

Emanuel Medical Center, INC.

Emanuel Medical Center, INC.

Emanuel Medical Center, INC.

Emanuel Medical Center, INC.

Emanuel Medical Center, INC.

Embo Partners

Emc Diagnostics, INC.

Emcare