Dr. Ron Schechter, M.D.
Contact & Location
479-553-3360
Bentonville, AR 72712
Dr. Schechter performs more shoulder replacement procedures than 87% of orthopedic surgeons in Arkansas, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #4 of 33 ranked shoulder surgeons in Arkansas.
About Dr. Schechter
Practice. Dr. Ron Schechter is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Bentonville, Arkansas. The latest annual CMS data records 45 shoulder replacements, 31 knee replacements, and 28 hip replacements, 104 procedures in all. That is #4 in Arkansas for shoulder replacement.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2013 to 2024, 12 years. Volume rose from 36 procedures a year to 104, up 189%.
National context. Among 2,217 shoulder replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 45 procedures is above the national average of 29.
Local context. Bentonville has 2 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare data. Comparing volume and procedure mix across them is one way to narrow a shortlist.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
| Year | Hip Replacement | Knee Replacement | Shoulder Replacement |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 0 | 36 | 0 |
| 2014 | 17 | 28 | 0 |
| 2015 | 14 | 43 | 23 |
| 2016 | 14 | 36 | 34 |
| 2017 | 22 | 43 | 39 |
| 2018 | 25 | 39 | 59 |
| 2019 | 28 | 47 | 39 |
| 2020 | 23 | 40 | 28 |
| 2021 | 31 | 23 | 37 |
| 2022 | 23 | 32 | 45 |
| 2023 | 31 | 35 | 36 |
| 2024 | 28 | 31 | 45 |
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 29% to 37% for shoulder replacement, 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. Schechter Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Arkansas state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Schechter's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 12 years, increasing 189% from 36 procedures in 2013 to 104 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.
Patient Resources: Preparing for Shoulder Replacement
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Shoulder Replacement Recovery Overview
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Schechter
How does Dr. Schechter's procedure volume compare to other Arkansas surgeons?
Dr. Schechter has performed 104 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is significantly above the Arkansas average of 66 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Schechter ranks #18 out of 89 orthopedic surgeons in Arkansas.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Schechter perform?
Dr. Schechter performs all three major joint replacement procedures: shoulder replacement (45 cases), knee replacement (31 cases), hip replacement (28 cases). This breadth indicates a comprehensive orthopedic joint replacement practice.
How experienced is Dr. Schechter with shoulder replacement surgery?
Dr. Schechter ranks #4 in Arkansas for shoulder replacement with 45 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 89 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Schechter in Bentonville?
Yes. There are 2 orthopedic surgeons in Bentonville 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. Schechter 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 29% to 37% for shoulder replacement, 23% to 28% for knee replacement, 25% to 33% for hip replacement, which puts Dr. Schechter's total volume across all insurers at roughly 320 to 400 procedures against the 104 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. Schechter's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Schechter's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 36 procedures in 2013 to 104 in the most recent data, a 189% increase over 12 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 123 procedures in 2018.
Does Dr. Schechter perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Schechter's Medicare data shows procedures in shoulder replacement (45 cases), knee replacement (31 cases), hip replacement (28 cases). Performing all three major joint replacements places Dr. Schechter among the 5% of orthopedic surgeons nationally who cover hip, knee, and shoulder arthroplasty.
Which hospitals is Dr. Schechter affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Schechter is affiliated with Northwest Medical Center, Nea Baptist Memorial Hospital.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Schechter practices?
Northwest Medical Center (2 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Nea Baptist Memorial Hospital (2 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison). These are hospital-level quality metrics from CMS Hospital Compare and do not reflect individual surgeon outcomes.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Bentonville, Arkansas
Dr. Schechter's 104 Medicare procedures are below the Bentonville average of 156. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Bentonville.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Jon Banwart | 208 | Hip, Knee |
Patient Resources & Verification
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