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

North Country Hospital & Health Center INC

North Florida Regional Medical Center, INC.

North Florida/ South Georgia Veterans Health System

North Florida/South Georgia Veteran'S Health Administration

North Fulton Regional

North General Hospital

North Greenville Fitness & Cardiac Rehabilitation Clinic, INC.

North Hawaii Community Hospital

North Hawaii Community Hospital, INC

North Hawaii Community Hospital, INC.

North Houston Surgical Associates, PLLC

North Idaho Day Surgery LLC

North Kansas City Hospital

North Kansas City Hospital

North Kansas City Hospital

North Lincoln County Hospital District

North Memorial Health Care

North Memorial Health Care

North Mississippi Medical Center

North Mississippi Medical Center

North Mississippi Medical Center, INC.

North Oak Hospital, INC

North Oak Regional Hospital INC

North Oak Regional Hospital INC

North Oak Regional Hospital, INC

North Oaks Medical Center, LLC

North Oaks Medical Center, LLC

North Oaks Medical Center, LLC

North Oaks Medical Center, LLC

North Oaks Medical Center, LLC

North Oaks Medical Center, LLC

North Oaks Medical Center, LLC

North Oaks Medical Center, LLC

North Ottawa Community Hospital

North Ottawa Community Hospital

North Platte Nebraska Hospital Corporation

North Shore Health System Plainview

North Shore Lij

North Shore Lij

North Shore Lij

North Shore Lij

North Shore Lij

North Shore Lij

North Shore Lij

North Shore Lij Children'S Health Home

North Shore Lij Health System

North Shore Lij Health System

North Shore Lij/Huntington Hospital