Dr. Stephen Murphy, M.D.
Contact & Location
Roxbury Crossing, MA 02120
Dr. Stephen Murphy is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Roxbury Crossing, Massachusetts. A Medicare provider since 2006, Dr. Murphy has performed 74 Medicare-verified hip replacements (#19 in Massachusetts) and 60 knee replacements, for a combined total of 134 procedures.
In Massachusetts, Dr. Murphy performs above average in hip (74 vs 44 avg), above average in knee (60 vs 50 avg).
Dr. Murphy's reported Medicare volume is split between hip replacements (74 cases) and knee replacements (60 cases).
Dr. Murphy is the only orthopedic surgeon in Roxbury Crossing 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. Murphy extend back to 2013, covering 12 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 82 to 134 in the most recent data, a 63% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 4,532 hip replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Murphy's 74 verified procedures is more than 2x the national average of 36.
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. Murphy Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Massachusetts state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Murphy's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 12 years, increasing 63% from 82 procedures in 2013 to 134 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.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Murphy
How does Dr. Murphy's procedure volume compare to other Massachusetts surgeons?
Dr. Murphy has performed 134 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is significantly above the Massachusetts average of 74 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Murphy ranks #33 out of 203 orthopedic surgeons in Massachusetts.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Murphy perform?
Dr. Murphy's Medicare data shows procedures in hip replacement (74 cases) and knee replacement (60 cases).
How experienced is Dr. Murphy with hip replacement surgery?
Dr. Murphy ranks #19 in Massachusetts for hip replacement with 74 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 203 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Where is Dr. Murphy's practice located?
Dr. Murphy practices in Roxbury Crossing, Massachusetts. The office is located at 125 Parker Hill Ave, Roxbury Crossing, MA 02120. Patients in the surrounding area can consult Dr. Murphy for joint replacement evaluation.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Murphy 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. Murphy's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 134 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Murphy's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Murphy's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 82 procedures in 2013 to 134 in the most recent data, a 63% increase over 12 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 134 procedures in 2024.
Does Dr. Murphy perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Murphy's Medicare data shows procedures in hip replacement (74 cases), knee replacement (60 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Murphy affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Murphy is affiliated with New England Baptist Hospital, Cooley Dickinson Hospital Inc,The, North Shore Medical Center -, Winchester Hospital.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Murphy practices?
New England Baptist Hospital (5 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Cooley Dickinson Hospital Inc,The (3 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); North Shore Medical Center - (4 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.
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