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

Livingston Hospital And Healthcare Services, INC. Cah

Livingston Regional Hospital LLC

Livingstonhealthcare

Livingstonhealthcare Cardiac Rehab

Livingstonhealthcare Crna

Livingstonhealthcare Occupational Therapy

Livingstonhealthcare Op Lab & Xray

Livingstonhealthcare Physical Therapy

Livingstonhealthcare Radiology-locum

Livingstonhealthcare Speech Therapy

Livingstonhealthcare Xray Profee

Lks Surgery, PLLC

Ll Hair Services LLC

Llano Regional Hospital

Llc-i, LLC

Llc-ii, LLC

Llc-ii, LLC

Llumc Transplant Institute

Lmw Healthcare INC.

Locicero Hospital Group LLC

Lockney General Hospital District

Lockney General Hospital District

Lodi Community Hospital

Lodi Community Hospital

Lodi Memorial Hospital Association INC

Lodi Memorial Hospital Association INC

Logan General Hospital LLC

Logan Health - Conrad

Logan Health - Shelby

Logan Health - Whitefish

Logan Health - Whitefish

Logan Hospital And Medical Center Authority

Logan Memorial Hospital LLC

Logan Regional Medical Center

Loma Linda Univerity

Loma Linda University

Loma Linda University

Loma Linda University Children'S Hospital

Loma Linda University Children'S Hospital

Loma Linda University Children'S Hospital

Loma Linda University Children'S Hospital

Loma Linda University Medical Center

Loma Linda University Medical Center

Loma Linda University Medical Center

Loma Linda University Medical Center

Loma Linda University Medical Center

Loma Linda University Medical Center-murrieta

Loma Linda Vamc