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

Mississippi Baptist Medical Center, INC

Mississippi Baptist Medical Center, INC.

Mississippi Baptist Medical Center, INC.

Mississippi Baptist Medical Center, INC.

Mississippi County Hospital System

Mississippi County Hospital System

Mississippi County Hospital System

Mississippi County Hospital System

Mississippi Hma Holdings II LLC

Mississippi Hospital For Restorative Care, INC.

Mississippi Ltac Holdings, LLC

Mississippi Methodist Hospital & Rehabilitation Center, INC.

Mississippi State Hospital At Whitfield

Missoula Community Health Services, INC.

Missoula Community Health Services, INC.

Missouri Baptist Hospital Of Sullivan

Missouri Baptist Hospital Of Sullivan

Missouri Baptist Hospital Of Sullivan

Missouri Baptist Medical Center

Missouri Baptist Medical Center

Missouri Baptist Medical Center

Missouri Baptist Medical Center

Missouri Baptist Medical Center

Missouri Baptist Medical Center

Missouri Delta Medical Center

Missouri Delta Medical Center

Missouri Delta Medical Center

Missouri Delta Medical Center

Misty Skorcz MD PA

Mitchell County Hospital

Mitchell County Hospital District

Mitchell County Hospital District

Mitchell County Hospital District

Mitchell County Hospital District

Mitchell County Hospital Health Systems

Mitchell County Memorial Hospital

Mitchell County Memorial Hospital

Mizell Memorial Hospital, INC.

Mjcare

Mkg Medical Network Assistance LLC

Mkg Medical Network Assistance LLC

Mle, PLLC

Mm Waddell Health Services INC

Mmc Cham

Mmc Einsten Division

Mmc Of Nevada LLC

Mnmch, INC

Mnmch, INC.