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

William G Wagner, MD, Sc

William K Mask, M.D.

William L. Cooper, M.D., PLLC

William M Zurich Jr MD Imrt LLC

William M. Zurich, Jr., M.D.

William Newton Memorial Hospital

William R Kelley MD Prof CORP

William S. Witt PLLC

William S. Witt, PLLC

William Schwartau LLC

Williams Radiology Associates

Williamsburg Radiation Oncology PC

Williamson Hma Physician Management LLC

Williamson Imaging, LLC

Willow Pain And Wellness, LLC

Wilson Family Chiropractic

Wilson Imaging Center, LLC

Wilson Interventional Clinic PA

Wilson Radiation Oncology Associates, PA

Winchester Open Mri

Winchester Radiologists PC

Winchester Radiology, Psc

Windber Hospital, INC.

Windham Community Memorial Hospital, INC.

Windham Radiology Associates

Windham Radiology Associates INC

Windriver Medical Associates, LLC

Winthrop Radiology Associates PC

Wiregrass Radiation Oncology PC

Wiregrass Radiological Consultants

Wisconsin Phlebology Medical Group Sc

Wisconsin Upper Peninsula Oncology Management Services, INC.

Wise Imaging INC

Wisteria Imaging Institute, LLC

Wjh Physician Services

Wk Radiation Oncology Services

Wlb Interventional, LLC

Wmro LLC

Wolf Vascular Institute PLLC

Wolfeboro Medical Imaging, P.C.

Woman'S Imaging Group, LLC

Women'S Imaging Specialists - Decatur, LLC

Women'S Imaging Specialists, LLC

Womens Center Of Northwest Arkansas LLC

Womens Diagnostic Clinic INC

Womens Diagnostic Group PLLC

Womens Diagnostic Imaging, LLC

Womens Health Care Group Of Pennsylvania LLC