Dr. Stephen Compton, M.D.
Contact & Location
270-761-5756
Murray, KY 42071
Dr. Compton performs more knee replacement procedures than 9% of orthopedic surgeons in Kentucky, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #93 of 103 ranked knee surgeons in Kentucky.
About Dr. Compton
Practice. Dr. Stephen Compton is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Murray, Kentucky. The latest annual CMS data records 13 knee replacements. That is #93 in Kentucky for knee replacement. A Medicare provider since 2008.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2019 to 2024, 5 years. Volume has held between 13 and 21 procedures a year.
National context. Among 6,612 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 13 procedures is below the national average of 45. Medicare covers part of all joint replacements, so true volume is likely higher.
Local context. Murray has 3 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 | Knee Replacement |
|---|---|
| 2013 | 0 |
| 2014 | 0 |
| 2015 | 0 |
| 2016 | 0 |
| 2017 | 0 |
| 2018 | 0 |
| 2019 | 15 |
| 2020 | 0 |
| 2021 | 18 |
| 2022 | 21 |
| 2023 | 14 |
| 2024 | 13 |
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. 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. Compton Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Kentucky state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Compton's procedure volume has been consistent across 5 years of Medicare data, ranging from 13 to 21 procedures per year. This stability suggests a well-established joint replacement practice.
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. Compton
How does Dr. Compton's procedure volume compare to other Kentucky surgeons?
Dr. Compton has performed 13 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. Compton ranks #119 out of 128 orthopedic surgeons in Kentucky.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Compton perform?
Dr. Compton's reported Medicare volume is focused on knee replacement, with 13 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Compton in Murray?
Yes. There are 3 orthopedic surgeons in Murray 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 Kentucky surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Compton 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, which puts Dr. Compton's total volume across all insurers at roughly 50 to 60 procedures against the 13 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. Compton's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Compton's procedure volume has been relatively stable over 5 years of Medicare data, ranging from 13 to 21 procedures per year between 2019 and 2024. Consistent volume over multiple years reflects a steady joint replacement practice.
Which hospitals is Dr. Compton affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Compton is affiliated with Baptist Health Paducah, Murray-Calloway County Hospital.
How does Dr. Compton compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Murray?
Among the 3 orthopedic surgeons in Murray, Dr. Compton ranks #3 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Compton is among the highest-volume surgeons in Murray.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Compton practices?
Baptist Health Paducah (5 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Murray-Calloway County Hospital (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 Murray, Kentucky
Dr. Compton's 13 Medicare procedures are below the Murray average of 30. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Murray.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Derek Morgan | 59 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Richard Blalock | 17 | Knee |
Patient Resources & Verification
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