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

St John Providence Health

St John Providence Health System

St John Sapulpa

St John Sapulpa, INC

St John Sapulpa, INC.

St John'S Hospital Lebanon

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St John'S Regional Medical Center

St Johns Hospital Of The Hospital Sisters Of The Third Order Of St F

St Johns Hospital Of The Hospital Sisters Of The Third Order Of St F

St Johns Hospital Of The Hospital Sisters Of The Third Order Of St F

St Johns Hospital Of The Hospital Sisters Of The Third Order Of St F

St Johns Hospital Of The Hospital Sisters Of The Third Order Of St F

St Johns Hospital Of The Hospital Sisters Of The Third Order Of St F

St Johns Hospital Of The Hospital Sisters Of The Third Order Of St F

St Johns Mercy Medical Center

St Johns Regional Medical Center

St Joseph Hospital

St Joseph Hospital

St Joseph Hospital

St Joseph Hospital

St Joseph Hospital Of Nashua Nh

St Joseph Medical Center

St Joseph Medical Center

St Joseph Medical Center

St Joseph Memorial Hospital

St Joseph Mercy

St Joseph Mercy Chelsea INC

St Joseph Mercy Hospital

St Joseph Mercy Hospital

St Joseph Mercy Hospital

St Joseph Mercy Hospital

St Joseph Mercy Hospital-smhc

St Joseph Mercy Oakland

St Joseph Mercy Oakland

St Joseph Mercy Oakland

St Joseph Mercy Of Oakland

St Joseph Regional Health Network

St Joseph Regional Medical Center

St Joseph Regional Medical Center

St Joseph'S Children Hospital

St Joseph'S Hospital

St Joseph'S Hospital And Health Center

St Joseph'S Hospital And Medical Center

St Joseph'S Hospital Health Center

St Joseph'S Hospital Of Huntingburg In

St Joseph'S Hospital Of Marshfield, INC

St Joseph'S Regional Medical Center