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

Norton County Hospital

Norton County Hospital

Norton County Hospital

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Norton Hma

Norton Hma INC

Norton Hma INC

Norton Hospitals INC

Norton Hospitals INC

Norton Hospitals INC

Norton Hospitals INC

Norton Hospitals INC

Norton Hospitals, INC

Norton Hospitals, INC

Norton Hospitals, INC

Norton Hospitals, INC

Norton Hospitals, INC

Norton King'S Daughters' Health INC

Norton Scott Hospital, LLC

Norton Sound Health CORP

Norton Sound Health CORP

Norton Sound Health CORP

Norton Sound Health CORP Physical Teraphy

Norton Sound Health Corporation

Norton Sound Health Corporation

Norton-hma INC

Norwalk Hospital

Norwalk Hospital

Norwalk Hospital Association

Norwalk Hospital Association

Norwalk Hospital Association

Norwalk Hospital Association

Norwalk Radiology & Mammography Center

Norwalk Radiology Consultants PC

Norweigan American Hospital

Norwell Health At Southside Hospital

Norwestern Memorial Hospital

Norwich Diagnostic Imaging Associates P.C

Norwich Orthopedic Group, P.C.

Norwich Orthopedic Group, PC

Norwich Radiology Group, P.C.

Norwood Clinic, INC

Not For Profit Hospital Corporation

Not-for-profit Hospital Corporation

Not-for-profit Hospital Corporation

Notami Hospitals Of Florida INC

Notus Imaging And Research Laboratories