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

Santa Fe Indian Hospital

Santa Fe Indian Hospital

Santa Fe Indian Hospital

Santa Fe Indian Hospital

Santiam Memorial Hospital

Santiam Memorial Hospital

Santo Domingo Health Clinic

Sara Richard

Sarah Bush Lincoln Health Center

Sarah Bush Lincoln Health Center

Sarah Bush Lincoln Health Center

Sarah Zinati

Sarasota Anesthesia

Sarasota County Public Hospital District

Sarasota County Public Hospital District

Sarasota County Public Hospital District

Sarasota County Public Hospital District

Sarasota Doctors Hospital INC

Sarasota Memorial Hospital

Sarasota Surgical Assistants INC.

Saratoga Hospital

Saratoga Hospital

Saratoga Hospital

Saratoga Hospital

Sartori Memorial Hospital INC

Satanta District Hospital And Long-term Care

Satanta District Hospital And Long-term Care

Satanta District Hospital And Long-term Care

Satomi Fujii MD LLC

Sauk Prairie Healthcare INC

Sauk Prairie Healthcare INC

Saunders Medical Center

Savannah Health Services, LLC

Savoy Medical Center

Savoy Medical Management Group, INC.

Sbmc

Sc Healthcare Investments, LLC

Sc Regional Health System LLC

Sc2013, L.L.C.

Scci Hospital - El Paso, LLC

Scci Hospital Easton, INC

Scci Hospital Mansfield INC

Scci Hospital Mansfield, INC

Scci Hospital Ventures, INC.

Scci Hospitals Of America INC

Scci Hospitals Of America INC

Scci Hospitals Of America INC.

Scci Hospitals Of America INC.