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

Westerly Hospital Dietary Department

Westerly Radiology Associates, INC.

Western Arizona Radiology

Western Arizona Radiology PC

Western Caribbean Imaging, P.S.C.

Western Colorado Radiologic Associates, PC

Western Hills Medical Imaging

Western Hills Medical Imaging, INC.

Western Hills Open Mri, LLC

Western Kentucky Technical Imaging, INC

Western Maine Radiology, PA

Western Maryland Health System

Western Maryland Hospital Center

Western Massachusetts Hospital

Western Massachusetts Hospital

Western Missouri Medical Center

Western Missouri Radiological Group INC

Western Mountain Surgical Care, P.A.

Western Neurological Associates INC

Western Oklahoma Radiology PLLC

Western Pennsylvania Health System

Western Pennsylvania Hospital System

Western Piedmont Oncology, PA

Western Radiation Oncology INC

Western Radiology Associates

Western Radiology Imaging LLC

Western Regional Medical Center, INC.

Western Reserve Care System

Western Reserve Care System

Western Reserve Care System

Western Reserve Hospital, LLC

Western Slope Surgical Assisting

Western Washington Medical Group Department Of Dexa Scan

Westfield Medical Center, L.P.

Westfields Hospital, INC.

Westlake Community Hospital

Westlake Hospital

Westlake Primary Care Of Russell County Medical Group

Westlake Regional Hospital Medical Group

Westmoreland Hospital Association

Westmoreland Regional Hospital

Weston County Hospital District

Westside Community Hospital INC.

Westside Open Mri Diagnostic Center LLC

Westside Radiology Associates, PC

Westview Medical Center LLC

Westwood Radiology Associates, LLC

Wetzel County Hospital Association