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

Avera Mckennan

Avera Mckennan

Avera Mckennan

Avera Mckennan Hospital And Health System

Avera Queen Of Peace

Avera Queen Of Peace

Avera Queen Of Peace

Avera Queen Of Peace

Avera Queen Of Peace

Avera St Anthonys Hospital

Avera St Anthonys Hospital

Avera St Benedict Health Center

Avera St Lukes

Avera St Marys

Avera St Marys

Avera St Marys

Avera St Marys

Avera Tyler

Avicenna Hospital - Spring

Avista Adventist Hospital

Avista Adventist Hospital

Avista Adventist Hospital

Avita Ontario Hospital

Avon Hospital Joint Venture LLC

Awhkb, PLLC

B Tullos MD LLC

Bacchus Operations Group, INC.

Back To The Basics Nursing Services, LLC

Bacon CO. Health Services, INC.

Bacon County Health Services, INC

Bacon County Health Services, INC.

Bacon County Health Services, INC.

Bacon County Hospital And Health System

Bailey Medical Center, LLC

Baja Care LLC

Bajwa MD INC.

Baker County Medical Services INC

Bakersfield Memorial Hospital

Bakersfield Memorial Hospital

Balance Health Systems

Baldwin Area Medical Center, INC.

Ball Memorial Hospital

Ballinger Memorial Hospital District

Ballinger Memorial Hospital District

Baltimore Va Medical Center

Baltimore Vamc

Baltimore Vamc

Baltimore Vamc