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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Mayo Clinic Health System-southwest Wisconsin Region, INC.

Mayo Clinic Health System-southwest Wisconsin Region, INC.

Mayo Clinic Health System-st James

Mayo Clinic Health System-st James

Mayo Clinic Hospital-rochester

Mayo Clinic Hospital-rochester

Mayo Clinic-rochester

Mbh Of Alabama, LLC

Mc De Hermosillo International Billing

Mc Hospital LLC

Mcalester Regional Health Center Authority

Mcalester Regional Health Center Authority

Mcallen Hospitals L P

Mcauley Adolescent Day Treatment Center

Mcbride Clinic Orthopedic Hospital, LLC

Mccain Correctional Hospital

Mccall Medical Clinics

Mccall Memorial Hospital

Mccall Memorial Hospital

Mccall Memorial Hospital

Mccall Memorial Hospital

Mccall Memorial Hospital

Mccone County Health Center, INC.

Mcculloch County Hospital District

Mccullough-hyde Hospital

Mccullough-hyde Memorial Hospital, INC.

Mccune-brooks Hospital

Mccurtain Memorial Medical Management, INC.

Mcdonald Army Community Hospital

Mcdonough County Hospital District

Mcdonough County Hospital District

Mcdonough County Hospital District

Mcdonough County Hospital District

Mcdonough County Hospital District

Mcdonough County Hospital District

Mcdonough County Hospital District

Mcdowell Hospital

Mcdowell Hospital

Mcdowell Hospital

Mcdowell Hospital

Mcfi Saint Catherine Hospital LLC

Mcg Childrens Medical Center

Mcgaw Medical Center

Mcgaw Medical Center Of Northwestern University

Mcgaw Medical Center Of Northwestern University

Mcgaw Medical Center Of Northwestern University

Mcgaw Medical Center Of Nu

Mcgehee Desha County Hospital