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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Mercy Hospital Of Buffalo

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Mercy Hospital Of Nanticoke PA

Mercy Hospital Of Philadelphia

Mercy Hospital Of Pittsburgh

Mercy Hospital Oklahoma City, INC

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Mercy Hospital Paris

Mercy Hospital Perry

Mercy Hospital Pittsburg INC

Mercy Hospital Rogers

Mercy Hospital Scranton Pennsylvania

Mercy Hospital South

Mercy Hospital Springfield

Mercy Hospital Springfield

Mercy Hospital Tishomingo, INC.

Mercy Hospital Waldron

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Mercy Hospital Watonga, INC.

Mercy Hospital Western Hills

Mercy Hospital Wilkes Barre

Mercy Hospital, INC

Mercy Hospital, INC

Mercy Hospital, INC.

Mercy Hospital, Iowa City, Iowa

Mercy Hospitals East Communities

Mercy Hospitals East Communities

Mercy Jeannette Hospital

Mercy Kansas Communities INC

Mercy Medical Associates, LLC

Mercy Medical Center

Mercy Medical Center

Mercy Medical Center

Mercy Medical Center

Mercy Medical Center

Mercy Medical Center

Mercy Medical Center

Mercy Medical Center - Aurora LLC

Mercy Medical Center INC

Mercy Medical Center New Hampton

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