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

Saint Luke'S Hospital Of Allen County, INC

Saint Luke'S Hospital Of Trenton

Saint Luke'S Hospital Of Trenton

Saint Luke'S Hospital Of Trenton

Saint Luke'S Hospital Of Trenton

Saint Luke'S North Hospital

Saint Luke'S Roosevelt Hospital

Saint Lukes Cancer Institute LLC

Saint Lukes Cushing Hospital INC

Saint Lukes East Hospital

Saint Lukes East Hospital

Saint Lukes Hospital Of Chillicothe

Saint Lukes Hospital Of Chillicothe

Saint Lukes Hospital Of Garnett INC

Saint Lukes Memorial Hospital INC

Saint Lukes South Hospital, INC.

Saint Mary And Elizabeth Hospital

Saint Mary Of Nazareth Hospital - Chicago LLC

Saint Mary Of Nazareth Hospital Pharmacy

Saint Mary'S Health Center

Saint Mary'S Health Services

Saint Mary'S Healthcenter

Saint Mary'S Hospital

Saint Mary'S Hospital

Saint Mary'S Hospital

Saint Mary'S Hospital

Saint Mary'S Hospital, INC.

Saint Mary'S Passaic LLC

Saint Michael'S Medical Center

Saint Michael'S Medical Center, INC.

Saint Peter'S University Hospital

Saint Peters University Hospital

Saint Peters University Hosptial

Saint Raphael Hospital

Saint Raphael Hospital

Saint Thomas Dekalb Hospital, LLC

Saint Thomas Heart

Saint Thomas Hickman Hospital

Saint Thomas Highlands Hospital, LLC

Saint Thomas River Park Hospital, LLC

Saint Thomas Rutherford Hospital

Saint Thomas Stones River Hospital, LLC

Saint Thomas West Hospital

Saint Thomas West Hospital

Saint Vincent Catholic Medical Center

Saint Vincent Catholic Medical Center

Saint Vincent Catholic Medical Center

Saint Vincent Charity Medical Center