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

Oswego Neuropsych Hospital, LLC

Otero County Hospital Association

Ottawa Regional Hospital & Healthcare Center

Ottawa Regional Hospital & Healthcare Center

Ottawa Regional Hospital & Healthcare Center

Otto C Concepcion,MD.,P.A.

Ottumwa Regional Health Center INC

Ou Medical Center

Ou Physicians

Ouachita County Medical Center

Ouachita County Medical Center

Ouachita County Medical Services

Ouachita Regional Diagnostic And Surgery Center, INC.

Our Community Hospital, INC

Our House Of Hope 2

Our Lady Of Bellefonte Hospital INC

Our Lady Of Bellefonte Hospital INC.

Our Lady Of Lourdes

Our Lady Of Lourdes Hospital

Our Lady Of Lourdes Hospital At Pasco

Our Lady Of Lourdes Medical Center, INC.

Our Lady Of Lourdes Memorial Hospital INC.

Our Lady Of Lourdes Regional Medical Center

Our Lady Of Lourdes Regional Medical Center INC

Our Lady Of Lourdes Regional Medical Center, INC

Our Lady Of Mercy Medical Center

Our Lady Of Mercy Medical Center

Our Lady Of Mercy Medical Center

Our Lady Of The Angels Hospital, INC.

Our Lady Of The Angels Hospital, INC.

Our Lady Of The Lake Ascension Community Hospital, INC.

Our Lady Of The Lake Ascension Community Hospital, INC.

Our Lady Of The Lake Assumption Community Hospital

Our Lady Of The Lake Hospital INC.

Our Lady Of The Lake Rmc

Ourlove Senior Care INC.

Outpatient Behavioral Health Services

Outpatient Behavioral Health, St Francis Hospital Center

Overlake Hospital Medical Center

Overlake Medical Center & Clinics

Overlake Medical Center & Clinics

Overland Park Ltac Operating Company LLC

Overland Park Ltac Operating Company LLC

Overlook Hospital

Overlook Hospital

Overlook Medical Center

Overton Brooks Va Med Center

Overton Brooks Va Medical Center