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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Roper Hospital, INC.

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Roper Saint Francis Physicians Network

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Roper St. Francis Hospital

Roper St. Francis Hospital - Berkeley INC

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Rosa J. Rios

Rosa Of Denton LLP

Rosa Of North Dallas LLC

Rosalind Franklin University At Chicagomedical School

Rose City Hma LLC

Rose Devera-hipol MD & Manuel A Hipol MD PC

Rose Imaging Specialists PA

Rose Imaging Specialists PA

Rose Imaging Specialists, P.A.

Rose Imaging Specialists, PA

Rose Imaging Specialists, PA

Rose Imaging Specialists, PA

Rose Imaging Specialists, PA

Rosebud Community Hospital INC

Rosebud Community Hospital, INC

Rosebud Comprehensive Health Care Facility

Rosebud Ihs Hospita;L

Rosebud Ihs Hospital

Rosebud Indian Health Service

Rosebud Indian Health Service

Rosebud Indian Health Service Hospital

Roseburg Oncology PC

Roseburg Radiologists PC

Roseburg Va Healthcare System

Roseburg Vamc

Roseland Community Hospital Association

Rosemary Mccoy MD PA

Rosenbaum & Rosenfeld Radiology, LLP

Rosewood Cancer Care INC