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

Frank J Voralik MD

Frank M Fayz MD PC

Frank Mazza, MD PA

Frank Olney & Rudy Nicolas Ptrs

Frank T Rutherford Hospital INC

Frank T Rutherford Memorial Hospital, INC

Frank T Rutherford Memorial Hospital, INC

Frank T Rutherford Memorial Hospital, INC

Frankford Hospital

Frankford Hospital

Frankford Hospital

Frankford Torresdale Hospital

Frankford Torresdale Hospital

Frankfort Hospital, INC.

Frankfort Hospital, INC.

Frankfort Hospital, INC.

Frankfort Mri Associates, LLC

Franklin & Seidelmann INC

Franklin & Seidelmann Medical CORP

Franklin And Seidelmann Cleveland, INC

Franklin County Board Of County Commissioners

Franklin County Medical Center

Franklin County Memorial Hospital

Franklin County Memorial Hospital

Franklin County Memorial Hospital

Franklin County Memorial Hospital

Franklin General Hospital

Franklin General Hospital

Franklin Hospital

Franklin Hospital Corporation

Franklin Hospital Corporation

Franklin Hospital Corporation

Franklin Hospital District

Franklin Hospital District

Franklin Hospital District

Franklin Hospital Radiology

Franklin Imaging, PLLC

Franklin Memorial Hospital

Franklin Parish Hospital Service District No1

Franklin Parish Hospital Service District No1

Franklin Primary Health Center INC

Franklin Primary Health Center INC

Franklin Primary Health Center INC.

Franklin Primary Health Center INC.

Franklin Primary Health Center, INC

Franklin Primary Health Center, INC

Franklin Primary Health Center, INC.

Franklin Square Hospital