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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St Marys Imaging Center II

St Marys Imaging Center II

St Marys Medical Center

St Marys Medical Center

St Marys Of Michigan Specialists

St Michael'S Hospital, INC.

St Michael'S Medical Center

St Michaels Hospital & Healthcare Group LLC

St Patricks Hospital And Health Sciences Center

St Peter'S Health

St Peter'S Health Partners Medical Associates, PC

St Peters Community Hospital

St Peters Health Partners Medical Associates, P.C.

St Peters Health Partners Medical Associates, PC

St Thomas Radiology Associates LLC

St Thomas Specialty Services LLC

St Vincent Charity Hospital

St Vincent Charity Medical Center

St Vincent Charity Medical Center

St Vincent Charity Medical Center

St Vincent Fishers Hospital INC

St Vincent Frankfort Hospital INC

St Vincent Healthcare

St Vincent Hospital

St Vincent Hospital

St Vincent Hospital

St Vincent Hospital In Manhattan

St Vincent Hospital-hospital Sisters-third Order Of St Francis

St Vincent Hospital-hospital Sisters-third Order Of St Francis

St Vincent Infirmary Medical Center

St Vincent Infirmary Medical Center

St Vincent Jennings Hospital INC

St Vincent Northwest Radiology LLC

St Vincent Salem Hospital INC

St Vincent'S Medical Center

St Vincents Blount

St Vincents Chilton LLC

St Vincents East

St Vincents Health System INC

St Vincents Medical Center INC