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 Presbyterian Hospital

The Presbyterian Hospital

The Public Building Authority Of The City Of Pocahontas Arkansas

The Purple Leaf Foundation, INC.

The Queen'S Medical Center

The Queen'S Medical Center

The Queen'S Medical Center

The Queen'S Medical Center

The Queens Medical Center

The Queens Medical Center

The Regional Health System Of Acadiana, LLC

The Regional Health System Of Acadiana, LLC

The Regional Medical Center At Memphis

The Regional Medical Center Of Orangeburg And Calhoun Counties

The Rehabilitation Hospital At Raritan Bay Medical Center, LLC

The San Jorge Hospital INC

The Sheltering Arms Hospital Foundation, INC

The Shriners' Hospital For Children

The Shriners' Hospital For Children

The Specialty Hospital, LLC

The Square Knot

The Steadman Clinic

The Surgical Hospital Of Jonesboro

The Surgical Hospital Of Jonesboro

The Sylacauga Health Care Authority

The Sylacauga Health Care Authority

The Tattnall Bank

The Tattnall Bank

The Toledo Hospital

The Toledo Hospital

The Toledo Hospital

The Union Hospital Association

The Union Memorial Hospital

The Union Memorial Hospital

The Unity Hospital Of Rochester

The Univeristy Of Arizona

The University Of Arizona

The University Of Arizona

The University Of Arizona

The University Of Chicago Hospitals

The University Of Chicago Hospitals

The University Of Chicago Medical Center

The University Of Chicago Medical Center

The University Of Chicago Medical Center

The University Of Chicago Medical Center

The University Of Chicago Medical Centers

The University Of Chicago Medical Centers

The University Of Chicago Medical Centers