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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Winneshiek Medical Center

Winneshiek Medical Center

Winneshiek Medical Center

Winona Health Services

Winona Health Services

Winslow Campus Of Care

Winslow Indian Health Care Center, INC

Winslow Memorial Hospital INC

Winston County Medical Foundation

Winston County Medical Foundation

Winston County Medical Foundation

Winston County Medical Foundation

Winter Haven Hospital

Winter Haven Hospital

Winter Haven Hospital INC

Winthrop Radiology Associates PC

Wiregrass Radiation Oncology PC

Wiregrass Radiological Consultants

Wisconsin Phlebology Medical Group Sc

Wisconsin Upper Peninsula Oncology Management Services, INC.

Wise Imaging INC

Wishard Hospital

Wishek Hospital-clinic Association

Wishek Hospital-clinic Association

Wisteria Imaging Institute, LLC

Witham Memorial Hospital

Witham Memorial Hospital

Wj Barge Memorial Hospital

Wjb Dorn Va Hospital

Wjb Dorn Veteran Administration Medical Center

Wjb Dorn Veterns Medical Center

Wjbd Va Medical Facility

Wjbdorn Va Medical

Wjh Physician Services

Wk Radiation Oncology Services

Wlb Interventional, LLC

Wlr Er LLC

Wmc Emergency Services LLC

Wmro LLC

Wolf Vascular Institute PLLC

Wolfeboro Medical Imaging, P.C.

Womack Army Medical Center

Woman'S Hospital Foundation

Woman'S Imaging Group, LLC

Women & Childrens Hospital LLC

Women & Infants Hospital Of Rhode Island

Women And Infants Hospital

Women'S Center For Pelvic Health