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

Rochester General Hospital

Rochester General Hospital

Rochester Radiology Associates PC

Rochester Radiology Associates, P.C.

Rochester Radiology PC

Rock County Hospital

Rock County Hospital

Rock County Hospital Respite

Rock Hill Radiology Associates

Rock Regional Hospital, LLC

Rock Valley Radiology, Sc

Rockaway Imaging, P.C.

Rockcastle County Hospital, INC.

Rockcastle Hospital And Respiratory Care Center, INC.

Rockcastle Regional Hospital

Rockdale Diagnostics, LLC

Rockdale Hospital LLC

Rockdale Medical Center INC.

Rockford Gastroenterology Associates, LTD.

Rockford Health Physician

Rockford Radiation Oncology LTD

Rockford Radiology Assoc

Rockingham Imaging PA

Rockingham Memorial

Rockingham Radiologists

Rockland Psychiatric Center

Rockledge Hma, LLC

Rockville General Hospital, INC

Rockville Pet Imaging PC

Rockwall Diagnostic Imaging, LTD

Rockwood Clinic Ps

Rocky Hill Imaging Center, LLC

Rocky Mountain Cancer Centers LLP

Rocky Mountain Cancer Centers LLP

Rocky Mountain Cancer Centers LLP

Rocky Mountain Cancer Centers LLP

Rocky Mountain Cancer Centers LLP

Rocky Mountain Cancer Centers, LLP

Rocky Mountain Cancer Centers, LLP

Rocky Mountain Cancer Centers, LLP

Rocky Mountain Cancer Centers, LLP

Rocky Mountain Cancer Centers, LLP

Rocky Mountain Cancer Centers, LLP

Rocky Mountain Cancer Centers, LLP

Rocky Mountain Cancer Centers, LLP

Rocky Mountain Cancer Centers, LLP

Rocky Mountain Cancer Centers, LLP

Rocky Mountain Cancer Centers, LLP