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

Colorado Fayette Medical Center

Colorado Surgical Hospital, LLC

Colorado West Healthcare System

Colorado West Healthcare System

Colquitt Regional Medical Center

Columbia Capital Medical Center

Columbia Center, INC.

Columbia County Hospital District

Columbia County Hospital District

Columbia Hospital At Medical City Dallas Subsidiary Lp

Columbia Hospital At Medical City Dallas Subsidiary Lp

Columbia Hospital Corporation Of South Broward

Columbia Hospital Palm Beaches Limited Partnership

Columbia Lutheran Charities

Columbia Lutheran Charities

Columbia Lutheran Charities

Columbia Lutheran Charities

Columbia Lutheran Charities

Columbia Lutheran Charities

Columbia Medical Center

Columbia Medical Center Of Arlington Subsidiary Lp

Columbia Medical Center Of Denton Subsidiary, L.P.

Columbia Medical Center Of Las Colinas INC

Columbia Medical Center Of Lewisville Subsidiary Lp

Columbia Medical Center Of Mckinney Subsidiary Lp

Columbia Medical Center Of Plano Subsidiary Lp

Columbia Memorial Hospital

Columbia Memorial Hospital

Columbia Memorial Hospital

Columbia Mhc

Columbia New York Presbyterian

Columbia Ogden Medical Center, INC.

Columbia Ogden Medical Center, INC.

Columbia Ogden Medical Center, INC.

Columbia Plaza Medical Center Of Fort Worth Subsidiary Lp

Columbia Polk General Hospital, INC.

Columbia Polk General Hospital, INC.

Columbia Presbyterian Hospital

Columbia Presbyterian Hospital

Columbia Presbyterian Hospital

Columbia Presbyterian Medical Center

Columbia Radiology At Lawrence

Columbia Rio Grande Healthcare, L.P.

Columbia School Of Nursing

Columbia St Mary'S Hospital Ozaukee, INC.

Columbia St. Mary'S Hospital Milwaukee, INC.

Columbia University

Columbia University