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

Yale University

Yale University

Yale University

Yale University

Yale University School Of Medicine

Yale University School Of Medicine

Yale-new Haven Hospital

Yale-new Haven Hospital

Yale-new Haven Hospital

Yale-new Haven Hospital

Yale-new Haven Hospital

Yale-new Haven Hospital

Yalobusha General Hospital

Yalobusha General Hospital

Yalobusha General Hospital

Yalobusha General Hospital

Yalobusha General Hospital

Yameika Surgical Group, P.C.

Yampa Valley Medical Center

Yampa Valley Medical Center

Yampa Valley Medical Center

Yampa Valley Medical Center

Yancey Community Medical Services, INC.

Yankton Medical Clinic PC

Yankton Radiology Prof LLC

Yarbro LTD

Yauco Healthcare Corporation

Yauco Healthcare Corporation

Yavapai Community Hospital Association

Yavapai Community Hospital Association

Ybl PLLC

Yc Medical Services, LLC

Yd Saito MD LLC

Yefim Levy MD PC

Yellowstone Radiology PC

Yla Imaging, LLC

Ynhh

Yoel A Hernandez MD PA

Yonkers Imaging PC

Yoon Imaging, PLLC

York County Wound Healing & Hyperbaric Medicine Center

York General Hospital

York Hospital

York Hospital

York Hospital

York Hospital

York Hospital

York Hospital