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

The Cleveland Clinic Foundation

The Cleveland Clinic Foundation

The Cleveland Clinic Foundation

The Cobb Foundation, INC.

The Colorado Health Foundation

The Commonwealth Of Massachusetts

The Commonwealth Of Massachusetts

The Commonwealth Of Massachusetts

The Commonwealth Of Massachusetts

The Commonwealth Of Massachusetts

The Commonwealth Of Massachusetts

The Community Hospital Of Springfield And Clark County

The Cooper Health System

The Davidson Hospital

The Dch Healthcare Authority

The Devereux Foundation

The East Alabama Health Care Authority

The East Alabama Health Care Authority

The East Alabama Health Care Authority

The East Alabama Healthcare Authority

The Emory Clinic, INC

The Eye Foundation INC

The Fauquier Hospital INC

The Fauquier Hospital INC

The Finley Hospital

The Fort Defiance Indian Hospital Board, Incorporation

The Fort Hamilton Hospital

The General Hospital Corporation

The George Washington University Medical Center

The Good Samaritan Hospital Of Cincinnati, Ohio

The Good Samaritan Hospital Of Cincinnati, Ohio

The Good Samaritan Hospital Of Cincinnati, Ohio

The Good Samaritan Hospital Of Cincinnati, Ohio

The Good Samaritan Hospital Of Cincinnati, Ohio

The Good Samaritan Hospital Of Cincinnati, Ohio

The Good Samaritan Hospital Of Maryland, INC

The Griffin Hospital

The Health And Hospital Corporation Of Marion County

The Health And Hospital Corporation Of Marion County

The Health And Hospital Corporation Of Marion County

The Health Care Authority For Baptist Health An Affiliate Of Uabhs

The Health Care Authority Of Elba Alabama

The Health Care Authority Of Lauderdale County And The City Of Florenc

The Health Care Authority Of Lauderdale County And The City Of Florenc

The Health Care Authority Of The City Of Anniston

The Health Care Authority Of The City Of Anniston

The Health Care Authority Of The City Of Anniston

The Health Care Authority Of The City Of Eufaula