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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Dayna Gardner

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Dayton Children'S Hospital

Dayton Children'S Hospital

Dayton Osteopathic Hospital

Dayton Va Medical Center

Dayton Va Medical Center

Dayton Vamc

Dayton Veteran Affairs Medical Center

Dbmd Spring, PLLC

Dca Capitol Hill Ltac LLC

Dca Hadley Ltach, LLC

Dcl Surgery, PA

De Craig Ranch LLC

De Craig Ranch, LLC

De Craig Ranch, LLC

De Craig Ranch, LLC

De Craig Ranch, LLC

De Queen Medical Center INC

De Queen Medical Center INC

Deaconess Health System LLC

Deaconess Hospital INC

Deaconess Hospital Of Cincinnati Oh

Deaconess Hospital, INC.

Deaconess Illinois Crossroads INC

Deaconess Illinois Red Bud Regional Hospital INC

Deaconess Illinois Red Bud Regional Hospital INC

Deaconess Illinois Union County Hospital INC

Deaconess Illinois Union County Hospital INC

Deaconess Memorial Medical Center, INC.

Deaconess Regional Healthcare Services Illinois INC

Deaconess Union County Hospital, INC

Deaconess Women'S Hospital Of Southern Indiana, LLC

Deaf Smith County Hospital District

Deana Leonard

Deanco Healthcare LLC

Deanco Healthcare, LLC

Dearborn County Hospital

Dearborn County Hospital

Dearborn County Hospital

Dearborn County Hospital Woundcare