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

Metropolitan Hospital Center

Metropolitan Hospital Center

Metropolitan Hospital Cneter

Metropolitan Hostpital Center

Metropolitan Medical Group, LLC

Metrosouth Medical Center

Metrowest

Metrowest Anesthesia Care

Metrowest Medical Center

Metrowest Medical Center

Meyersdale Community Hospital

Mgh

Mgh Family Health Center

Mgmc, INC

Mgmc, LLC

Mgmc, LLC

Mgmc, LLC

Mgmc, LLC

Mgmc, LLC

Mgmc, LLC

Mh Angel Medical Center, Lllp

Mh Asheville Specialty Hospital, LLC

Mh Blue Ridge Medical Center, Lllp

Mh Emerus First Colony LLC

Mh Emerus Tomball LLC

Mh Emerus Tomball LLC

Mh Highlands-cashiers Medical Center, Lllp

Mh Mission Hospital Mcdowell, Lllp

Mh Mission Hospital, Lllp

Mh Transylvania Regional Hospital, Lllp

Mha LLC

Mha LLC

Mha, LLC

Mhri/Brown University

Mhs Heart Failure Clinic At Almh

Mhsn Mercy Family Medicine

Mi Bella Birth

Mi Hospitalito

Miami Beach Healthcare Group, LTD.

Miami Children'S Hospital

Miami Children'S Hospital

Miami Children'S Hospital

Miami Children'S Hospital

Miami County Medical Center INC

Miami International Medical Center LLC

Miami Jewish Health Systems, INC.

Miami Va Health Care System

Miami Va Health Care System