Dr. Charles Hanby, MD
Contact & Location
479-521-2752
Fayetteville, AR 72703
Dr. Hanby performs more knee replacement procedures than 97% of orthopedic surgeons in Arkansas, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #2 of 76 ranked knee surgeons in Arkansas.
About Dr. Hanby
Dr. Charles Hanby is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Fayetteville, Arkansas. A Medicare provider since 2006, Dr. Hanby performed 250 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#2 in Arkansas) and 101 hip replacements in the latest annual CMS data, for a combined total of 351 procedures.
In Arkansas, Dr. Hanby performs well above the state average in knee (250 vs 47), well above the state average in hip (101 vs 35).
Dr. Hanby's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (250 cases) and hip replacements (101 cases).
Fayetteville is home to 9 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Fayetteville area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Hanby extend back to 2013, covering 12 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 244 to 351 in the most recent data, a 44% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,612 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Hanby's 250 verified procedures is more than 5x the national average of 45, ranking #26 nationally.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
| Year | Hip Replacement | Knee Replacement |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 91 | 153 |
| 2014 | 81 | 147 |
| 2015 | 104 | 170 |
| 2016 | 96 | 168 |
| 2017 | 111 | 196 |
| 2018 | 104 | 222 |
| 2019 | 118 | 197 |
| 2020 | 95 | 142 |
| 2021 | 108 | 173 |
| 2022 | 97 | 192 |
| 2023 | 96 | 253 |
| 2024 | 101 | 250 |
Verified Medicare Cases
How is this estimated?
Medicare Part B fee-for-service claims are one payer stream among several, and the share they represent differs by procedure. In 2024 it was 23% to 28% for knee replacement, 25% to 33% for hip replacement. Each verified count above is divided by its own procedure's range, and the results are added, to estimate total practice volume across all payers. The verified Medicare count is the definitive, audited figure; this is a range derived from published national volume projections, not a measurement, and an individual practice can sit well outside it: how these ranges are derived, and their sources.
How Dr. Hanby Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Arkansas state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Hanby's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 12 years, increasing 44% from 244 procedures in 2013 to 351 in the most recent data.
Hospital Affiliations & Quality
Quality ratings and complication rates are hospital-level metrics from CMS Hospital Compare and do not reflect individual surgeon performance. Star ratings updated quarterly. Complication data covers a rolling 3-year period.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Hanby
How does Dr. Hanby's procedure volume compare to other Arkansas surgeons?
Dr. Hanby has performed 351 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is more than 5x the Arkansas average of 66 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Hanby ranks #1 out of 89 orthopedic surgeons in Arkansas.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Hanby perform?
Dr. Hanby's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (250 cases) and hip replacement (101 cases).
How experienced is Dr. Hanby with knee replacement surgery?
Dr. Hanby ranks #2 in Arkansas for knee replacement with 250 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 89 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Hanby in Fayetteville?
Yes. There are 9 orthopedic surgeons in Fayetteville in the current Medicare dataset. Patients can compare procedure volumes and specializations to choose the surgeon who best fits their needs. Use the state page to view all Arkansas surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Hanby represent?
The procedure counts shown are based on 2024 Medicare Part B fee-for-service claims data, published by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). Medicare fee-for-service is only one payer stream, and the share of national volume it represents differs by procedure. In 2024 the share was 23% to 28% for knee replacement, 25% to 33% for hip replacement, which puts Dr. Hanby's total volume across all insurers at roughly 1,200 to 1,490 procedures against the 351 verified here. Those shares are derived from published national volume projections rather than quoted from a single publication, and they are estimates with real uncertainty. The OrthoProcedures methodology page shows the full derivation, the sources, and the limits at orthoprocedures.com/data-methodology.html.
Has Dr. Hanby's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Hanby's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 244 procedures in 2013 to 351 in the most recent data, a 44% increase over 12 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 351 procedures in 2024.
Does Dr. Hanby perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Hanby's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (250 cases), hip replacement (101 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Hanby affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Hanby is affiliated with Washington Regional Medical Center, Mercy Hospital Northwest Arkansas, Mercy Hospital Fort Smith, Northwest Medical Center.
How does Dr. Hanby compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Fayetteville?
Among the 9 orthopedic surgeons in Fayetteville, Dr. Hanby ranks #1 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Hanby has the highest verified Medicare volume in the city.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Hanby practices?
Washington Regional Medical Center (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Mercy Hospital Northwest Arkansas (4 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Mercy Hospital Fort Smith (3 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average). These are hospital-level quality metrics from CMS Hospital Compare and do not reflect individual surgeon outcomes.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Fayetteville, Arkansas
Dr. Hanby's 351 Medicare procedures are above the Fayetteville average of 124. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Fayetteville.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Jonathan Creech | 164 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Christopher Arnold | 128 | Knee |
| Dr. William Grammer | 100 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. David Yakin | 59 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Wesley Cox | 37 | Shoulder |
| Dr. Andrew Heinzelmann | 29 | Shoulder |
Patient Resources & Verification
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