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

Ogallala Community Hospital

Oglala Sioux Tribe Otitis Media

Oh Muhlenberg, LLC

Ohi Lakeland Highlands INC

Ohi West, INC

Ohi Wiregrass Ranch INC

Ohi Wiregrass Ranch INC

Ohio County Hospital Corporation

Ohio Heallth

Ohio Hospital For Psychiatry, LLC

Ohio State Medical Univeristy Hospital

Ohio State University

Ohio State University

Ohio State University

Ohio State University

Ohio State University Hospital

Ohio State University Hospital East

Ohio State University Hospital East

Ohio State University Hospitals

Ohio State University Medical Center

Ohio State University Medical Center

Ohio State University Medical Center

Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center

Ohio State Universty Medical Center

Ohio Valley Medical Center, INC

Ohio Valley Medical Center, INC

Ohio Valley Medical Center, LLC

Ohiohealth

Ohiohealth Berger Hospital LLC

Ohiohealth Corporation

Ohiohealth Corporation

Ohiohealth Corporation

Ohiohealth Corporation

Ohiohealth Morrow County Hospital, INC.

Ohiohealthdoctorshospital

Ohmh, LLC

Ohrh, LLC

Ohsrh, LLC

Ojai Healthcare LLC

Okaloosa Hospital INC

Okaloosa Hospital INC

Okaloosa Hospital, INC

Okanogan County Public Hospital Dist No 4

Okanogan County Public Hospital Dist No 4

Okanogan County Public Hospital District No. 3

Okanogan Douglas County Hospital Dist 1

Okanogan Douglas County Hospital Dist 1

Okanogan Douglas County Hospital Dist 1