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

Keck Medical Center Of Usc

Keck Medical Center Of Usc

Keefe Memorial Health Service District

Keefe Memorial Hospital

Keith A. Johnstone M.D., P.C.

Keith L Mausner MD Sc

Keith Wills

Kelin Medical PC

Kell West Regional Hospital LLC

Kellam & Associates

Kellam & Associates, P. C.

Kellet Peak Partners, PLLC

Kelly J Krizan

Kelly Mcmurray

Kelly Medical Services Corporation LLC

Kelly Rose Crimi

Kelsey-seybold Medical Group, PLLC

Kemp

Kemper Cah, INC.

Ken-ton Open Mri PC

Kendall Healthcare Group, LTD.

Kendall M. Jones MD PA

Kendall Open Mri, LLC

Kendall Regional Hospital

Kendall Regional Hospital

Kendall Regional Radiology & Imaging Associates, INC

Kenmore Mercy Hospital

Kenmore Mercy Hospital

Kennebec Valley Radiology Professional Association

Kennedy Health System

Kennedy Health Systems

Kennedy Krieger Children'S Hospital, INC.

Kennedy Krieger Children'S Hospital, INC.

Kennedy Krieger Children'S Hospital, INC.

Kennedy Krieger Children'S Hospital, INC.

Kennedy Krieger Children'S Hospital, INC.

Kennedy Krieger Children'S Hospital, INC.

Kennedy Krieger Children'S Hospital, INC.

Kennedy Krieger Children'S Hospital, INC.

Kennedy Krieger Children'S Hospital, INC.

Kennedy Krieger Children'S Hospital, INC.

Kennedy Krieger Children'S Hospital, INC.

Kennedy Krieger Children'S Hospital, INC.

Kennedy Krieger Children'S Hospital, INC.

Kennedy Krieger Children'S Hospital, INC.

Kennedy Medical Group Practice, P.C.

Kennedy Memorial Hospital

Kennedy Memorial Hospital