Dr. Scott Stanat, M.D
Contact & Location
860-889-7345
North Franklin, CT 06254
Dr. Stanat performs more knee replacement procedures than 82% of orthopedic surgeons in Connecticut, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #12 of 67 ranked knee surgeons in Connecticut.
About Dr. Stanat
Dr. Scott Stanat is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in North Franklin, Connecticut. A Medicare provider since 2008, Dr. Stanat performed 55 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#12 in Connecticut) and 40 hip replacements in the latest annual CMS data, for a combined total of 95 procedures.
In Connecticut, Dr. Stanat performs above the state average in knee (55 vs 33), above the state average in hip (40 vs 32).
Dr. Stanat's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (55 cases) and hip replacements (40 cases).
North Franklin is home to 4 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the North Franklin area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Stanat extend back to 2013, covering 12 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 31 to 95 in the most recent data, a 206% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,612 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Stanat's 55 verified procedures is above the national average of 45.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
| Year | Hip Replacement | Knee Replacement |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 31 | 0 |
| 2014 | 35 | 25 |
| 2015 | 37 | 43 |
| 2016 | 54 | 34 |
| 2017 | 66 | 63 |
| 2018 | 57 | 55 |
| 2019 | 65 | 56 |
| 2020 | 32 | 45 |
| 2021 | 37 | 49 |
| 2022 | 42 | 56 |
| 2023 | 49 | 48 |
| 2024 | 40 | 55 |
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. Stanat Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Connecticut state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Stanat's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 12 years, increasing 206% from 31 procedures in 2013 to 95 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 Knee Replacement
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Stanat
How does Dr. Stanat's procedure volume compare to other Connecticut surgeons?
Dr. Stanat has performed 95 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is significantly above the Connecticut average of 49 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Stanat ranks #12 out of 94 orthopedic surgeons in Connecticut.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Stanat perform?
Dr. Stanat's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (55 cases) and hip replacement (40 cases).
How experienced is Dr. Stanat with knee replacement surgery?
Dr. Stanat ranks #12 in Connecticut for knee replacement with 55 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 94 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Stanat in North Franklin?
Yes. There are 4 orthopedic surgeons in North Franklin 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 Connecticut surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Stanat 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. Stanat's total volume across all insurers at roughly 320 to 400 procedures against the 95 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. Stanat's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Stanat's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 31 procedures in 2013 to 95 in the most recent data, a 206% increase over 12 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 129 procedures in 2017.
Does Dr. Stanat perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Stanat's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (55 cases), hip replacement (40 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Stanat affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Stanat is affiliated with William W Backus Hospital, Lawrence & Memorial Hospital, Windham Comm Mem Hosp & Hatch Hosp.
How does Dr. Stanat compare to other orthopedic surgeons in North Franklin?
Among the 4 orthopedic surgeons in North Franklin, Dr. Stanat ranks #1 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Stanat has the highest verified Medicare volume in the city.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Stanat practices?
William W Backus Hospital (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Lawrence & Memorial Hospital (3 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Windham Comm Mem Hosp & Hatch Hosp (3 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 North Franklin, Connecticut
Dr. Stanat's 95 Medicare procedures are above the North Franklin average of 67. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in North Franklin.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Adam Green | 68 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Ammar Anbari | 56 | Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Nimit Patel | 47 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
Patient Resources & Verification
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