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

Calcasieu Cameron Hospital Service District

Caldwell County Hospital, INC

Caldwell Memorial Hospital INC

Caldwell Memorial Hospital INC

Caldwell Memorial Hospital, INC.

Caldwell Memorial Hospital, INC.

Calfa Health It Solution LLC

Calhoun Health Services

Calhoun Health Services

Calhoun Health Services

Calhoun Health Services

Calhoun Health Services

Calhoun Liberty Hospital Association, INC.

California Emergency Physician

California Emergency Physician Medical Group

California Emergency Physicians

California Heart And Surgical Hosptial

California Hospital

California Hospitalist

California Men'S Colony Hospital

California Pacific Medical Center

California Pacific Medical Center

California Pacific Medical Center

California Pacific Medical Center

California Pacific Medical Center

California Pacific Medical Center

California Pacific Medical Center

California Pacific Medical Center

California Pacific Medical Center

California Pacific Medical Center

California Pacific Medical Center

California Pacific Medical Center

California Pacific Medical Center

California Pacific Medical Center

California Pacific Medical Center

California Pacific Medical Center

California Pacific Medical Center

California Pacific Medical Center

California Pacific Medical Center Physicians' Foundation

California Specialty Hospital South

California Specialty Hosptial North

Calix Surgical Neurophysiology LLC

Callaway Hospital District

Callaway Hospital District

Calvary Hospital

Calvary Hospital INC

Calverthealth Medical Center, INC.

Cambridge Health Alliance