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.

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Apex Diagnostic Services, INC.

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Apex Medical Care, P.C.

Apex Medical Specialists PLLC

Apex Osn Sc LLC

Apex Radiology INC

Apex Radiology LLC

Apex Radiology PA

Apex Radiology, Incorporated

Apex Radiology, PLLC

Apexx Interventional Radiology Of South Florida, LLC

Apexx Radiology Of South Florida, LLP

Apg Health Solutions LLC

Aphmfp

Apogee Medical Group

Apollo Diagnostic Group INC

Apollo Medical Diagnostic Services PLLC

Apollo Radiology PC

Apollo Rcm LLC

Appalachian Diagnostic Imaging, P.C.

Appalachian Mountains Medical, LLC

Appalachian Radiation Oncology Associates, P. C.

Appalachian Regional Healthcare

Appalachian Regional Healthcare, INC

Appalachian Regional Healthcare, INC

Appalachian Regional Healthcare, INC

Appalachian Regional Healthcare, INC.

Appalachian Regional Healthcare, INC.

Appalachian Regional Healthcare, INC.

Appalachian Regional Healthcare, INC.

Appalachian Regional Healthcare, INC.

Appalachian Regional Healthcare, INC.

Appalachian Regional Healthcare, INC.

Appalachian Regional Healthcare, INC.

Appalachian Regional Healthcare, INC.

Appalachian Regional Healthcare, INC.

Appalachian Regional Healthcare, INC.

Appalachian Regional Healthcare, INC.

Appalachian Regional Healthcare, INC.

Appalachian Regional Healthcare, INC.

Appalachian Regional Medical Associates INC

Appalachian Regional Medical Associates, INC.

Appalachian Surgical Associates, LLC

Appleton Area Health

Appletree Family Limited Partnership