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

Richmond University Medical Center

Richmond University Medical Center

Richmond Univesity

Richmond Vamc

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Richwood Area Community Hospital

Riddle Imaging Assoc

Riddle Memorial Hospital

Ridge Partners,LLC

Ridgeview Medical Center

Ridgeview Medical Center

Ridgeview Medical Center

Ridgewood Diagnostic Imaging

Riley Children'S Hospital

Riley Hospital For Children

Rina Health Medical Practice P.C.

Rinehouse Radiology PC

Ringgold County Hospital

Ringgold County Hospital

Ringgold County Hospital

Rio Advanced Diagnostics LLC

Rio Grande Diagnostic Imaging, PA

Riordan Clinic, INC

Ripon Medical Center

Ripon Medical Center INC

Rise Community Hospital, LLC

Rist Outpatient Services, PLLC

Rite Aid Pharmacy

Rite Of Passage INC

Rittenhouse Imaging Center, LLC

Rittenhouse Oncology Specialists PC

Ritz Hospitality, LLC

River City Imaging Associates PA

River Hill Mri Specialists PC

River Hills Radiology PLLC

River Hospital, INC.

River Medical Imaging, LLC

River Oaks Hospital LLC

River Oaks Hospital LLC

River Oaks Hospital, LLC

River Oaks Imaging And Diagnostic Lp

River Oaks Imaging And Diagnostic, Lp

River Oaks Imaging And Diagnostic, Lp

River Parishes Hospital LLC

River Park Hospital LLC

River Radiologists, PC

River Radiology PLLC

River Radiology, LLC