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

Upmc Horizon

Upmc Horizon

Upmc Horizon

Upmc Jameson

Upmc Kane

Upmc Kane

Upmc Lititz

Upmc Lock Haven

Upmc Magee-womens Hospital

Upmc Magee-womens Hospital

Upmc Magee-womens Hospital

Upmc Mckeesport

Upmc Mckeesport

Upmc Memorial

Upmc Memorial

Upmc Mercy

Upmc Muncy

Upmc Muncy

Upmc Northwest

Upmc Passavant

Upmc Pinnacle Hospitals

Upmc Pinnacle Hospitals

Upmc Pinnacle Hospitals

Upmc Pinnacle Hospitals

Upmc Pinnacle Hospitals

Upmc Pinnacle Hospitals

Upmc Pinnacle Lancaster

Upmc Presbyterian Shadyside

Upmc Presbyterian Shadyside

Upmc Somerset

Upmc Somerset

Upmc South Side

Upmc St Margaret

Upmc St Margaret

Upmc Susquehanna Sunbury

Upmc Washington

Upmc Wellsboro

Upmc Wellsboro

Upmc Western Maryland Corporation

Upmc Williamsport

Upmc Williamsport

Upmc/Conemaugh Cancer Center

Upmc/Conemaugh Cancer Center

Upmc/Hvhs Cancer Center

Upmc/Hvhs Cancer Center

Upmc/Jameson Cancer Center

Upmc/St Clair Hospital Cancer Center

Upper Bucks Radiology Assoc