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

Stanly Regional Medical Center

Stanly Regional Medical Center

Stanly Regional Medical Center

Stanly Regional Medical Center

Stanly Regional Medical Center

Stanly Regional Medical Center

Stanly Regional Medical Center

Stanston D. Spence, M.D., P.C.

Stanton County Hospital

Stanton County Hospital

Stanton County Hospital

Star Pediatric Care

Stark County Emergency Physicians

Starke Hma, LLC

Starkey Hospital, LLC

State Hospital Of Illinois

State Of California - Department Of Developmental Services

State Of California - Department Of Developmental Services

State Of California - Department Of Developmental Services

State Of Connecticut

State Of Connecticut

State Of Hawaii Department Of Health

State Of Hawaii Department Of Health

State Of Hawaii Department Of Health

State Of Hawaii Department Of Health

State Of Michigan

State Of Mississippi - University Of Mississippi Medical Center

State Of Mississippi - University Of Mississippi Medical Center

State Of Mississippi - University Of Mississippi Medical Center

State Of Mississippi - University Of Mississippi Medical Center

State Of Mississippi- University Of Mississippi Medical Center

State Of Mississippi-university Of Mississippi Medical Center

State Of Mississippi-university Of Mississippi Medical Center

State Of Mississippi-university Of Mississippi Medical Center

State Of New Hampshire

State Of New Mexico

State Of Oklahoma

State Of Rhode Island

State Of Rhode Island

State Of Rhode Island

State Of West Virginia Welch Community Hospital

State Of Wisconsin

State University Of Iowa

State University Of Iowa

Statesville Hma LLC

Stc Opco LLC

Ste Genevieve County Memorial Hospital

Steadman Clinic