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.

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Catholic Health Initiatives Colorado

Catholic Health Initiatives Colorado

Catholic Health Initiatives Colorado

Catholic Health Initiatives Colorado

Catholic Health Initiatives Colorado

Catholic Health Initiatives Colorado

Catholic Health Initiatives Colorado

Catholic Health Initiatives Colorado

Catholic Health Initiatives Colorado

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Catholic Medical Center

Catholic Medical Center

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Catholic Medical Center Of Brooklyn And Queens

Catholic Medical Center Of Brooklyn And Queens

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Cavalier County Memorial Hospital Association

Cavalier County Memorial Hospital Association

Caverna Memorial Hospital INC

Caverna Memorial Hospital INC.

Cavhs

Cayuga Medical Associates

Cayuga Medical Center

Cayuga Medical Center

Cayuga Medical Center At Ithaca

Cayuga Medical Center At Ithaca

Cb Medical Center INC

Cbch LLC

Cca Health LLC

Cccma

Ccm Health

Ccmh Corporation

Ccmh Corporation

Ccmh Corporation

Cdt

Cdt Eulalia Kuilan Reveron

Cdt Hormigueros Preventive Medicine,INC

Cdt Trujillo Alto

Cedar County Memorial Hospital

Cedar County Memorial Hospital

Cedar Crest Hospital

Cedar Internal Medicine PA

Cedar Park Health System LLC