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.

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Temple Health Physicians, P.C.

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Temple Physicians INC

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Temple University Of The Commonwealth System Of Higher Education

Temple University Of The Commonwealth System Of Higher Education

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Tennessee Innovative Medical Services PLLC

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Tennessee Medical Imaging, P.C.

Tennessee Mobile Diagnostics INC

Tennessee Oncology

Tennessee Oncology

Tennessee Oncology PLLC

Tennessee Oncology, PLLC

Tennessee Oncology, PLLC

Tennessee Oncology,PLLC

Tennessee Oncology,PLLC

Tennessee Pet Scan Center, LLC

Tennessee Phlebology PC

Tennessee Radiology Associates, PLLC

Tennessee Valley Radiology LLC

Teomar Imaging

Terrance Allen Finstad

Terrance Lee MD PC

Tesla Imagenes, Csp

Tesla Imaging And Medical

Tesla Radiology LLC

Teton Radiology Caldwell

Teton Radiology Diagnostic A Series Of Teton Group Enterprise

Teton Radiology Diagnostic, LLC

Teton Radiology Madison LLC

Teton Vascular Institute Of Pocatello A Series Of Teton Group

Texarkana Mri, Lp

Texas Imaging Services Of El Paso

Texas Imaging Services Of El Paso

Texas Imaging Services Of El Paso

Texas Imaging Services Of El Paso

Texas Ir, PLLC

Texas Oncology, PA

Texas Radiology Associates LLP

The Association Of Chrmc And University Physicians

The Association Of University Physicians

The Board Of Trustees Of The University Of Illinois

The Board Of Trustees Of The University Of Illinois

The Brookdale Hospital Medical Center

The Cancer Center Of Southern Alabama, PA