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

Riverside Medical Center

Riverside Medical Center

Riverside Medical Center

Riverside Medical Center

Riverside Medical Center

Riverside Medical Education

Riverside Methodist Hospital

Riverside Methodist Hospital

Riverside Methodist Hospital

Riverside Methodist Hospital

Riverside Middle Peninsula Hospital INC

Riverside Regional Medical Center

Riverside Regional Medical Center

Riverside Regional Medical Center

Riverside Regional Medical Center

Riverton Memorial Hospital LLC

Riverview Health

Riverview Health Institute

Riverview Healthcare Association

Riverview Hospital

Riverview Hospital

Riverview Medical Center Family Health Center

Riverview Medical Center LLC

Riverview Medical Center LLC

Riverview Regional Medical Center , LLC

Riverview Regional Medical Center LLC

Rmc-barnwell Healthcare, INC.

Rml Health Providers Limited Partnership

Rml Health Providers Limited Partnership

Roane County Medical Center

Roane County Medical Center

Roane Medical Center

Roanoke Healthcare Authority

Roanoke Healthcare Authority

Roanoke Healthcare Authority

Robert Aiken MD

Robert J Cole

Robert J Dole Medical Center And Regional Office

Robert J Dole Vamc

Robert J. Dole Va

Robert M Yeh MD PC

Robert M. Lancaster, Arnp-bc P.A.

Robert P. Fosnaugh Psychiatric & Rehabilitation Center

Robert Packer Hospital

Robert Packer Hospital

Robert Packer Hospital

Robert Wong, MD, L.L.C.

Robert Wood Johnson