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. Luke'S University Health Network

St. Luke'S University Health Network

St. Luke'S University Hospital

St. Luke'S Warren Hospital, INC.

St. Lukes

St. Lukes Episcopal Hospital

St. Lukes Episcopal-presbyterian Hospital

St. Lukes Health System

St. Lukes Hospital

St. Lukes Hospital INC.

St. Lukes Roosevelt Hospital Center

St. Margaret'S Health - Spring Valley

St. Margaret'S Health-peru

St. Margaret'S Health-peru

St. Martin Hospital, INC.

St. Mary Medical Center

St. Mary Mercy Hospital

St. Mary-rogers Memorial Hospital

St. Mary'S Community Hospital

St. Mary'S Good Samaritan Hospital, INC.

St. Mary'S Health Center

St. Mary'S Health, INC.

St. Mary'S Healthcare

St. Mary'S Hospital

St. Mary'S Hospital

St. Mary'S Hospital

St. Mary'S Hospital

St. Mary'S Hospital

St. Mary'S Hospital

St. Mary'S Hospital & Clinics, INC.

St. Mary'S Hospital And Medical Center, INC.

St. Mary'S Hospital For Children

St. Mary'S Hospital Of St. Mary'S County, INC

St. Mary'S Hospital Of Superior

St. Mary'S Hospital Of Superior

St. Mary'S Hospital Streator Hospital Sisters Of The 3rd Order St Fran

St. Mary'S Hospital, INC.

St. Mary'S Hospital, INC.

St. Mary'S Medical Center

St. Mary'S Medical Center

St. Mary'S Medical Center INC

St. Mary'S Medical Center Of Campbell County, INC.

St. Mary'S Medical Center, INC

St. Mary'S Of Michigan

St. Mary'S Regional Medical Center

St. Mary'S Regional Medical Center

St. Mary'S Sacred Heart Hospital, INC.

St. Mary'S Warrick Hospital, INC