Dr. Charles Crouse, MD
Contact & Location
Morehead, KY 40351
Dr. Charles Crouse is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Morehead, Kentucky. A Medicare provider since 2008, Dr. Crouse has performed 23 Medicare-verified knee replacements, ranking #63 in Kentucky.
In Kentucky, Dr. Crouse performs below average in knee (23 vs 42 avg).
Dr. Crouse's Medicare data shows a focused knee replacement practice with 23 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.
Beyond general orthopedic surgery, Dr. Crouse holds additional credentials in Sports Medicine, reflecting subspecialty training that may benefit patients with complex joint conditions.
Dr. Crouse is the only orthopedic surgeon in Morehead represented in the current Medicare dataset, serving as the primary local option for patients considering joint replacement surgery in the area.
Medicare records for Dr. Crouse extend back to 2015, covering 10 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 15 to 23 in the most recent data, a 53% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Dr. Crouse's 23 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. Crouse Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Kentucky state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Crouse's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 10 years, increasing 53% from 15 procedures in 2015 to 23 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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Pain Management After Joint ReplacementA comprehensive guide to managing post-surgical pain through medication, physical therapy, cold therapy, and non-pharmacological strategies.
Medicare Coverage for Joint ReplacementWhat Medicare Part A and Part B cover for joint replacement surgery, including hospital stays, surgeon fees, anesthesia, and physical therapy.
Knee Replacement Recovery Overview
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Crouse
How does Dr. Crouse's procedure volume compare to other Kentucky surgeons?
Dr. Crouse has performed 23 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The Kentucky average is 61 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Crouse ranks #92 out of 128 orthopedic surgeons in Kentucky.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Crouse perform?
Dr. Crouse's reported Medicare volume is focused on knee replacement, with 23 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
Where is Dr. Crouse's practice located?
Dr. Crouse practices in Morehead, Kentucky. The office is located at 1350 Flemingsburg Rd, Morehead, KY 40351. Patients in the surrounding area can consult Dr. Crouse for joint replacement evaluation.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Crouse 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. Crouse's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 23 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Crouse's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Crouse's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 15 procedures in 2015 to 23 in the most recent data, a 53% increase over 10 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 31 procedures in 2023.
Which hospitals is Dr. Crouse affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Crouse is affiliated with St Claire Regional Medical Center.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Crouse practices?
St Claire Regional Medical Center (4 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.
Patient Resources & Verification
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