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

General Hospital

General Hospital

General Hospital CORP

General Hospital CORP

General John J Pershing Memorial Hospital Association

General Promed Center INC

General Radiology Associates, P.C.

General Radiology PC

Generations Radiotherapy & Oncology PC

Genesee Imaging LLC

Genesee Medical Imaging PC

Genesee Mental Health

Genesee Radiology

Genesee Valley Group Health Assocation

Genesee Valley Group Health Association

Genesee Valley Group Health Association

Genesee Valley Group Health Association

Genesee Valley Group Health Association

Genesee Valley Group Health Association

Genesee Valley Group Health Association

Genesis Diagnostic Center INC

Genesis Diagnostic Services INC

Genesis Diagnostic Services INC

Genesis Group Practice PLLC

Genesis Health System

Genesis Health System

Genesis Health System

Genesis Health System

Genesis Health System

Genesis Health System

Genesis Health System

Genesis Healthcare

Genesis Healthcare

Genesis Healthcare System

Genesis International Medical Services LLC

Genesis Medical Center

Genesis Medical Center

Genesis Medical Center, Aledo

Genesis Medical Center, Aledo

Genesis Radiology, P.A.

Genesis Rehab

Genesis Rehab Services

Genesis Rehab Services

Genesis Rehab Services

Genesis Specialty Hospitals II, LLC

Genesis Specialty Hospitals II,LLC

Genesis Vascular Of Lehigh Valley, LLC

Genesis Vascular Of Pooler, LLC