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

Latimer County Hospital Authority

Latoyia Roman

Latrobe Area Hospital, INC.

Lauderdale Community Hospital LLC

Laughlin Memorial Hospital

Laughlin Memorial Hospital, INC.

Laura Jacimore, PA

Laurel Cancer Care, LLC

Laurel Diagnostic Imaging, Drs. Branda & Greyson, PA

Laurel Grove Acute Hospital

Laurel Medical Imaging Assoc

Lauren M Branciforte

Laurence Nordin

Laurens County Health Care System

Laurens County Health Care System

Laurens County Health Care System

Laurie E. Blach MD PA

Laurinburg Radiology Associates PA

Lausc Medical Center

Lavaca Hospital District

Lawnwood Medical Center INC

Lawrence And Memorial Hospital, INC.

Lawrence And Memorial Hospital, INC.

Lawrence County Memorial Hospital

Lawrence County Memorial Hospital

Lawrence County Memorial Hospital

Lawrence County Memorial Hospital

Lawrence County Memorial Hospital

Lawrence County Memorial Hospital

Lawrence County Memorial Hospital

Lawrence County Mri & Diagnostic Imaging Center, LLC

Lawrence F. Chenier, MD, A Professional Medical Corporation

Lawrence G Seltzer MD PA

Lawrence General Hospital

Lawrence H Resnick MD A Prof CORP

Lawrence M Cadkin MD PLLC

Lawrence M Cibula MD PC

Lawrence Memorial Health Foundation INC.

Lawrence Memorial Health Foundation INC.

Lawrence Memorial Hospital

Lawrence Memorial Hospital

Lawrence Memorial Hospital

Lawrence Memorial Hospital

Lawrence Memorial Hospital

Lawrence Memorial Hospital

Lawrence P Menache MD Apmc

Lawrence R Dardick MD Prof CORP

Lawrence W Chan M D INC A Professional Corporation