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

Northlake Medical Center, LLC

Northlake Medical Center, LLC

Northland Ltach, LLC

Northport Medical Center

Northport Va Medical Center

Northport Vamc

Northport Vamc

Northshore

Northshore Extended Care Hospital, LLC

Northshore Healthsystem

Northshore Lij Forest Hills

Northshore Lij Health System

Northshore Lij Health System

Northshore Regional Medical Center, LLC

Northshore Surgical Associates

Northshore University Healthsystem

Northshore Universtiy Healthsystem

Northshore-long Island Jewish Health System

Northshore/Lij Health System

Northside Hospital

Northside Hospital Cherokee

Northside Hospital Cherokee

Northside Hospital, INC.

Northside Hospital, INC.

Northside Hospital, INC.

Northside Hospital, INC.

Northside Hospital, INC.

Northside Hospital, INC.

Northside Medical Center

Northstar Anesthesia

Northstar Anesthesia

Northstar Anesthesia

Northwell

Northwell Long Island Jewish Hospital

Northwesstern Lake Forest Hospita

Northwest Anesthesia, P.A.

Northwest Arkansas Hospitals, LLC

Northwest Association Of Surgical Assistants, INC.

Northwest Atlanta Vascular Care, LLC

Northwest Community Hospital

Northwest Community Hospital

Northwest Community Hospital

Northwest Community Hospital

Northwest Community Hospital

Northwest Florida Healthcare, INC

Northwest Hospital

Northwest Hospital Center INC

Northwest Hospital Center, INC.