Dr. Charles Hope, MD
Contact & Location
Savannah, GA 31405
Dr. Charles Hope is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Savannah, Georgia. A Medicare provider since 2006, Dr. Hope has performed 148 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#6 in Georgia) and 86 hip replacements, for a combined total of 234 procedures.
In Georgia, Dr. Hope performs well above average in knee (148 vs 40 avg), well above average in hip (86 vs 33 avg).
Dr. Hope's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (148 cases) and hip replacements (86 cases).
Savannah is home to 18 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Savannah area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs. Dr. Hope also maintains hospital privileges in GA and SC, indicating a regional practice that extends beyond Georgia.
Dr. Hope's Medicare data spans 12 years, beginning in 2013. Volume peaked at 381 procedures in 2013 before settling at 234 in the most recent data. Changes in Medicare reporting, payer mix shifts, or practice focus adjustments can all influence year-to-year volume.
Among 6,599 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Hope's 148 verified procedures is more than 3x the national average of 45, ranking #183 nationally.
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. Hope Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Georgia state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Hope's recorded volume peaked at 381 procedures in 2013 and stood at 234 in the most recent data. Year-to-year variation can reflect changes in payer mix, practice scope, or Medicare billing patterns.
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. Hope
How does Dr. Hope's procedure volume compare to other Georgia surgeons?
Dr. Hope has performed 234 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is more than 4x the Georgia average of 55 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Hope ranks #5 out of 245 orthopedic surgeons in Georgia.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Hope perform?
Dr. Hope's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (148 cases) and hip replacement (86 cases).
How experienced is Dr. Hope with knee replacement surgery?
Dr. Hope ranks #6 in Georgia for knee replacement with 148 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 245 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Hope in Savannah?
Yes. There are 18 orthopedic surgeons in Savannah 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 Georgia surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Hope 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. Hope's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 234 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Hope's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Hope's Medicare-recorded volume peaked at 381 procedures in 2013 and was 234 in the most recent data. Volume fluctuations can reflect changes in payer mix, practice focus, or Medicare reporting rather than a change in overall surgical activity.
Does Dr. Hope perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Hope's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (148 cases), hip replacement (86 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Hope affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Hope is affiliated with St Joseph'S Hospital - Savannah, Beaufort County Memorial Hospital, Optim Medical Center - Tattnall, Hilton Head Regional Medical Center, Candler Hospital. Dr. Hope maintains hospital privileges across state lines, indicating a practice that serves patients in multiple states.
How does Dr. Hope compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Savannah?
Among the 18 orthopedic surgeons in Savannah, Dr. Hope ranks #1 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Hope has the highest verified Medicare volume in the city.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Hope practices?
St Joseph'S Hospital - Savannah (2 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Beaufort County Memorial Hospital (3 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Optim Medical Center - Tattnall (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 Savannah, Georgia
Dr. Hope's 234 Medicare procedures are above the Savannah average of 122. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Savannah.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Michael Wolverton | 150 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Kent Woo | 139 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Jonathan Christy | 110 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Chetan Deshpande | 78 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Robert Hoffman | 73 | Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Andrew Jackson | 69 | Hip, Knee |
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