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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South Central Kansas Regional Medical Center

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South East Alaska Regional Health Consortium

South East Alaska Regional Health Consortium

South Florida Baptist Hospital INC

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South Georgia Medical Center

South Georgia Medical Center

South Georgia Medical Center INC

South Georgia Medical Center INC

South Georgia Medical Center INC

South Haven Community Health System

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South Jersey Specialty Hospital, INC.

South L Yon Health Center, INC.

South Lake Hospital, INC.

South Limestone Hospital District

South Limestone Hospital District

South Lincoln Hospital District

South Lincoln Hospital District

South Lyon Health Center, INC.

South Lyon Health Center, INC.

South Lyon Health Center, INC.

South Lyon Health Center, INC.

South Lyon Health Center, INC.

South Lyon Medical Center

South Miami Hospital INC

South Peninsula Hospital, INC

South Peninsula Hospital, INC.

South Pike Hospital Association, INC.

South Shore Hospital Corporation

South Shore Hospital Corporation

South Shore Hospital INC.

South Sunflower County Hospital

South Sunflower County Hospital

Southcentral Foundation

Southcentral Foundation

Southcentral Foundation

Southcentral Foundation Opt

Southcentral Foundation Pdn

Southcoast Health System, INC.