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

Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center

Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center Shreveport

Louisville Vamc

Lourdes Hospital

Lourdes Hospital

Lourdes Hospital LLC

Lourdes Hospital LLC

Lourdes Medical Center

Lourdes Surgical Associates

Love County Health Center

Love County Health Center

Lovelace Health System LLC

Lovelace Health System LLC

Lovelace Health System LLC

Lovelace Health System, INC.

Lovelace Health System, LLC

Lovelace Health System, LLC

Lovelace Westside Hospital

Loveless Healthcare Systems

Loving Arms

Lower Bucks Hospital

Lower Florence County Hospital

Lower Oconee Community Hospital INC

Lower Oconee Community Hospital INC

Lower Umpqua Hospital District

Lower Umpqua Hospital District

Lower Valley Hospital Association

Lower Valley Hospital Association

Loyola University Chicago Medical Center

Loyola University Children'S Hospital

Loyola University Health System

Loyola University Hospital System

Loyola University Medical Center

Loyola University Medical Center

Loyola University Medical Center

Loyola University Medical Center

Loyola University Medical Center

Loyola University Medical Center

Loyola University Medical Center

Loyola University Medical Center

Loyola University Medical Center

Loyola University Medical Center

Loyola University Medical Center

Loyola University Medical Centter

Lpch Medical Group Div Of Lucile

Lrgh Rehabilitation Services

Lsu

Lsu Health Sciences Center