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

Quentin N Burdick Comprehensive Health Care Facility

Quentin N Burdick Comprehensive Health Care Facility

Quentin N Burdick Comprehensive Health Care Facility

Quentin N. Burdick Memorial Health Care Facility

Quincy Medical Center

Quincy Medical Center

Quincy Medical Center, A Steward Family Hospital INC

Quincy Medical Center, A Steward Family Hospital, INC.

Quinten Burdick Memorial Hospital Care Facility

Quitman Community Hospital

Quitman Community Hospital

Quitman Community Hospital

Quitman County Hospital, LLC

Quitman County Hospital, LLC

Quitman County Hospital, LLC

Quitman Hospital LLC

Quitman Physician Group

R.E.A.C.H Of Asheville

Rachel Akin

Rachel M Peragallo

Radiology Physicians INC.

Rady Chilren'S Hospital San Diego

Rainbow Babies & Children'S Hospital

Rainbow Babies And Childrens Hospital

Rajiv Budden MD PC

Raleigh General Hospital

Raleigh General Hospital LLC

Ralph H. Johnson Department Of Veterans Affairs Medical Center

Ralph H. Johnson Va Medical Center

Ramzan Akbar INC.

Randolph Health Care Authority

Randolph Health Systems, LLC

Randolph Hospital INC

Randolph Hospital INC.

Range Regional Health Services

Rangely Hospital District

Ranken-jordan Home For Convalescent Crippled Children

Rankin Medical Center

Ransom Memorial Hospital

Ransom Memorial Hospital

Rapid City Ihs Hospital

Rapid City Indian Health Service Hospital

Rapid City Regional Hospital

Rapides Healthcare System, L.L.C.

Rapides Healthcare System, L.L.C.

Rapides Regional Medical Center

Rapture Unlimited LLC

Raritan Bay Medical Center