Dr. Orrin Scott Swayze, M.D.
Contact & Location
770-427-5717
Marietta, GA 30060
Dr. Swayze performs more knee replacement procedures than 86% of orthopedic surgeons in Georgia, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #27 of 203 ranked knee surgeons in Georgia.
About Dr. Swayze
Practice. Dr. Orrin Scott Swayze is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Marietta, Georgia. The latest annual CMS data records 67 knee replacements, 36 hip replacements, and 18 shoulder replacements, 121 procedures in all. That is #27 in Georgia for knee replacement.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2013 to 2024, 12 years. Volume peaked at 234 in 2017 and stands at 121 now. Reporting changes and payer mix can both move that number.
National context. Among 6,612 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 67 procedures is above the national average of 45.
Local context. Marietta has 7 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 | 26 | 60 | 15 |
| 2014 | 27 | 75 | 13 |
| 2015 | 37 | 85 | 0 |
| 2016 | 41 | 140 | 0 |
| 2017 | 45 | 176 | 13 |
| 2018 | 48 | 128 | 15 |
| 2019 | 60 | 141 | 0 |
| 2020 | 49 | 88 | 14 |
| 2021 | 52 | 63 | 12 |
| 2022 | 40 | 86 | 0 |
| 2023 | 30 | 92 | 11 |
| 2024 | 36 | 67 | 18 |
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, 29% to 37% for shoulder 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. Swayze Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Georgia state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Swayze's recorded volume peaked at 234 procedures in 2017 and stood at 121 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. Swayze
How does Dr. Swayze's procedure volume compare to other Georgia surgeons?
Dr. Swayze has performed 121 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is more than 2x the Georgia average of 55 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Swayze ranks #24 out of 245 orthopedic surgeons in Georgia.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Swayze perform?
Dr. Swayze performs all three major joint replacement procedures: knee replacement (67 cases), hip replacement (36 cases), shoulder replacement (18 cases). This breadth indicates a comprehensive orthopedic joint replacement practice.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Swayze in Marietta?
Yes. There are 7 orthopedic surgeons in Marietta 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. Swayze 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, 29% to 37% for shoulder replacement, which puts Dr. Swayze's total volume across all insurers at roughly 400 to 500 procedures against the 121 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. Swayze's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Swayze's Medicare-recorded volume peaked at 234 procedures in 2017 and was 121 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. Swayze perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Swayze's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (67 cases), hip replacement (36 cases), shoulder replacement (18 cases). Performing all three major joint replacements places Dr. Swayze among the 5% of orthopedic surgeons nationally who cover hip, knee, and shoulder arthroplasty.
Which hospitals is Dr. Swayze affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Swayze is affiliated with Wellstar Kennestone Regional Medical Center, Wellstar Paulding Medical Center, Wellstar Cobb Medical Center, Northside Hospital Cherokee, Wellstar North Fulton Medical Center.
How does Dr. Swayze compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Marietta?
Among the 7 orthopedic surgeons in Marietta, Dr. Swayze ranks #3 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Swayze is among the highest-volume surgeons in Marietta.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Swayze practices?
Wellstar Kennestone Regional Medical Center (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Wellstar Paulding Medical Center (4 out of 5 CMS stars); Wellstar Cobb Medical Center (2 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 Marietta, Georgia
Dr. Swayze's 121 Medicare procedures are above the Marietta average of 76. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Marietta.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Stephen Kim | 190 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. John Day | 123 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. John Pinski | 44 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Thomas McQuail | 25 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Nicolas Bonnaig | 15 | Shoulder |
| Dr. Richard Burris | 13 | Shoulder |
Patient Resources & Verification
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