Dr. Stacy Busby, M.D.
Contact & Location
Little Rock, AR 72205
Dr. Stacy Busby is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Little Rock, Arkansas. Dr. Busby has performed 12 Medicare-verified knee replacements, ranking #69 in Arkansas.
In Arkansas, Dr. Busby performs below average in knee (12 vs 47 avg).
Dr. Busby's Medicare data shows a focused knee replacement practice with 12 verified procedures. Surgeons who concentrate on a single procedure type often develop deep procedural expertise, though total practice volume may include additional procedures not captured in Medicare fee-for-service data.
Little Rock is home to 26 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Little Rock area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. Busby first appears in the Medicare dataset in 2024. With 1 year of recorded data, the longitudinal trend is still developing.
Dr. Busby's 12 knee replacement procedures is below the national average of 45 among 6,599 surgeons. Medicare data captures roughly a third of all joint replacements, so actual volume is likely higher.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Verified Medicare Cases
How is this estimated?
Medicare Part B fee-for-service claims represent approximately 33–37% of all joint replacements performed nationally (source: CMS data, AJRR). This range estimates the surgeon's total practice volume across all payers. The verified Medicare count above is the definitive, audited figure.
How Dr. Busby Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Arkansas state average.
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 Knee Replacement
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Knee Replacement Recovery Overview
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Busby
How does Dr. Busby's procedure volume compare to other Arkansas surgeons?
Dr. Busby has performed 12 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The Arkansas average is 66 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Busby ranks #85 out of 89 orthopedic surgeons in Arkansas.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Busby perform?
Dr. Busby's reported Medicare volume is focused on knee replacement, with 12 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Busby in Little Rock?
Yes. There are 26 orthopedic surgeons in Little Rock 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. Busby represent?
The procedure counts shown are based on the most recent Medicare Part B fee-for-service claims data, published by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). This captures approximately 33–37% of all joint replacements performed nationally. Dr. Busby's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 12 procedures shown here.
Which hospitals is Dr. Busby affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Busby is affiliated with Forrest City Medical Center, Crossridge Community Hospital.
How does Dr. Busby compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Little Rock?
Among the 26 orthopedic surgeons in Little Rock, Dr. Busby ranks #26 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Little Rock has 255 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Busby practices?
Forrest City Medical Center (insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Crossridge Community Hospital (3 out of 5 CMS stars). These are hospital-level quality metrics from CMS Hospital Compare and do not reflect individual surgeon outcomes.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Little Rock, Arkansas
Dr. Busby's 12 Medicare procedures are below the Little Rock average of 137. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Little Rock.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Kenneth Martin | 255 | Knee |
| Dr. Samuel Baxter | 166 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Charles Barnes | 164 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. David Newbern | 135 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Paul Edwards | 131 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Adam Smith | 94 | Hip, Knee |
Patient Resources & Verification
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