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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Public Health Trust Of Miami Dade County Florida

Public Health Trust Of Miami Dade County Florida

Public Health Trust Of Miami Dade County Florida

Public Health Trust Of Miami Dade County Florida

Public Health Trust Of Miami Dade County Florida

Public Hospital Dist No 1 Skagit

Public Hospital Dist No 1 Skagit

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Public Hospital District 1 Of King County

Public Hospital District 1 Of Snohomish County

Public Hospital District 1 Of Snohomish County

Public Hospital District 3 Of Pacific County

Public Hospital District No 1 Of Mason County

Public Hospital District No 1 Of Mason County

Public Hospital District No 2 Skagit County Washington

Public Hospital District No 2 Skagit County Washington

Public Hospital District No 2 Skagit County Washington

Public Hospital District No 2 Skagit County Washington

Public Hospital District No 2, Klickitat County Washington

Public Hospital District No 2, Klickitat County, Washington

Public Hospital District No 3 Of Whitman County

Public Hospital District No 4 King County Washington

Public Hospital District No. 2

Public Hospital District No. 2, Klickitat County, Washington

Public Hospital District Of Beaverhead County Db

Puerto Rico Advanced Urology Center, LLC

Puerto Rico Children'S Hospital,INC.

Puerto Rico Women And Children S Hospital LLC

Puget Sound Health Care System

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Pulaski Community Hospital INC

Pulaski Community Hospital INC

Pulaski Memorial Hospital

Pulaski Memorial Hospital

Pulaski Memorial Hospital

Pulaski Technical College

Pullman Regional Hospital

Pulmiserv Psc

Pulmonary Critical Care And Sleep Medicine

Pulmonology Associates Of York Hospital

Pungo District Hospital Corporation

Pungo District Hospital Corporation