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

West River Health Services

West Suburban Hospital Medical Center

West Suburban Medical Center

West Tennessee Healthcare Henry County

West Valley Hospital Pharmacy

West Valley Medical Center

West Valley Medical Center INC

West Valley Medical Center, INC.

West Valley Medical Center, INC.

West Valley Medical Center, INC.

West Valley Therapy Services, LLC

West Virginia Health Care Cooperative INC

West Virginia University Hospitals, INC

West Virginia University Hospitals, INC.

Westborough State Hospital

Westchester General Hospital, INC.

Westchester General Hospital, INC.

Westchester Medical Center

Westerly Hospital Cardiology Department

Westerly Hospital Dietary Department

Western Maryland Health System

Western Maryland Hospital Center

Western Massachusetts Hospital

Western Massachusetts Hospital

Western Missouri Medical Center

Western Mountain Surgical Care, P.A.

Western Pennsylvania Health System

Western Pennsylvania Hospital System

Western Regional Medical Center, INC.

Western Reserve Care System

Western Reserve Care System

Western Reserve Care System

Western Reserve Hospital, LLC

Western Slope Surgical Assisting

Westfield Medical Center, L.P.

Westfields Hospital, INC.

Westlake Community Hospital

Westmoreland Hospital Association

Westmoreland Regional Hospital

Weston County Hospital District

Westside Community Hospital INC.

Wetzel County Hospital Association

Wetzel County Hospital, INC.

Wexner Medical Center At Ohio State University

Whatley Health Services, INC

Wheatland Memorial Healthcare

Wheaton Alert-milwaukee

Wheaton Franciscan Healthcare