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

Naples Hma LLC

Naples Hma LLC

Naples Radiation Oncology, P.A.

Naples Radiologists, P.A.

Narra Radiology INC.

Narrows Mri And Diagnostic Radiology, PC

Narrows Mri And Diagnostic Radiology, PC

Nartnucha U Unhanand MD PC

Nash Hospitals INC

Nash Hospitals, INC.

Nash Orhopedic Service Company

Nashoba Valley Medical Center, A Steward Family Hospital, INC

Nashoba Valley Medical Center, A Steward Family Hospital, INC

Nashville General Hospital

Nashville General Radiological Services

Nashville Rehab LLC

Nashville Vamc

Nashville Vamc

Nason Hospital

Nason Hospital

Nason Medical Center LLC

Nasr Spine & Pain Management P.C.

Nassau

Nassau Health Care Corporation

Nassau Health Care Corporation

Nassau Health Care Corporation

Nassau Health Care Corporation

Nassau Health Care Corporation

Nassau Health Care Corporation

Nassau Health Care Corporation

Nassau Health Care Corporation

Nassau Health Care Corporation

Nassau Health Care Corporation

Nassau Health Care Corporation

Nassau Health Care Corporation

Nassau Health Care Corporation

Nassau Health Care Corporation

Nassau Health Care Corporation

Nassau Health Care Foundation INC

Nassau Medical Imaging, PA

Nassau Open Mri PC

Nassau University Health Corporation

Nassau University Medical Center

Nassau University Medical Center

Nassau University Medical Center

Nassau University Medical Center

Nassau University Medical Center

Nassau University Medical Center