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

Pennsylvania Open Mri Of Harrisburg, INC.

Pennsylvania Phlebology Group PC

Pennsylvania Radiology Associates PC

Pennsylvania Radiology Group

Pennsylvania Telerad LLC

Penny Miller, Phd

Pennyrile Radiology, Psc

Penobscot Bay Medical Center

Penobscot Bay Medical Center

Penobscot Bay Medical Center

Penobscot Valley Hospital

Penrad Imaging LLC

Penrad Imaging LLC

Penrose-st. Francis Health Care Foundation

People'S Choice Mri

People'S Memorial Hospital

People'S Memorial Hospital

Per-se Technologies

Perch Yetenikyan, INC.

Pere Marquette Medical Imaging PC

Peregrine Cancer Care P.A.

Perham Hospital District

Perham Hospital District

Peripheral Vascular Institute, INC. A Podiatry CORP

Peripheral Vascular Partners Of Boise

Peripheral Vascular, INC.

Perkins County Hospital District

Perkins County Hospital District

Perkins County Hospital District

Perkins County Hospital District

Permanente Medical Group INC

Permanente Medical Group INC

Permanente Medical Group INC

Permanente Medical Group INC

Permanente Medical Group INC

Permanente Medical Group INC

Permian Basin Radiology, LLC

Permian Premier Health Services INC

Permian Radiation Oncology

Perry Community Hospital, LLC

Perry County Community Hospital

Perry County Community Hospital INC

Perry County Community Hospital INC

Perry County Health System

Perry County Health System

Perry County Memorial Hospital

Perry County Memorial Hospital

Perry County Radiological Associates,LLC