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

St. Joseph Health Services Of Ri,

St. Joseph Health System, LLC

St. Joseph Hospital

St. Joseph Hospital

St. Joseph Hospital & Health Center, INC.

St. Joseph Hospital LLC

St. Joseph Medical Center

St. Joseph Medical Center PC

St. Joseph Mercy Hospital

St. Joseph Mercy Hospital

St. Joseph Mercy Oakland

St. Joseph Mercy Oakland

St. Joseph Mercy Oakland Pontiac

St. Joseph Mercy Port Hurton

St. Joseph Primary Care LLC

St. Joseph Regional Health Network

St. Joseph Regional Health Network

St. Joseph Regional Health Network

St. Joseph Regional Medical Center

St. Joseph Regional Medical Center

St. Joseph Regional Medical Center

St. Joseph Regional Medical Center

St. Joseph Regional Medical Center

St. Joseph'S Area Health Services

St. Joseph'S Diagnostic Center, LLC.

St. Joseph'S Health Services, INC

St. Joseph'S Health Services, INC.

St. Joseph'S Health Services, INC.

St. Joseph'S Healthcare System Limited Partnership

St. Joseph'S Hospital

St. Joseph'S Hospital

St. Joseph'S Hospital, INC.

St. Joseph'S Hospital, INC.

St. Joseph'S Medical Center

St. Joseph'S Medical Imaging, P.C.

St. Joseph'S Mercy Oakland

St. Joseph'S Regional Medical Center

St. Joseph'S Regional Medical Center

St. Joseph'S Regional Medical Center

St. Joseph'S Wayne Hospital

St. Joseph'S Wayne Hospital

St. Josephs Community Hospital Of West Bend INC.

St. Josephs Hospital

St. Josephs Hospital And Medical Center

St. Josephs Hospital Of The Hospital Sisters Of The Third Order Of St

St. Josephs Imaging Associates PLLC

St. Josephs Regional Medcial Center

St. Landry Extended Care Hospital, LLC