Dr. Benjamin Wooster, MD
Dr. Benjamin Wooster is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Charlotte, North Carolina. A Medicare provider since 2014, Dr. Wooster has performed 53 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#65 in North Carolina) and 43 hip replacements, for a combined total of 96 procedures.
In North Carolina, Dr. Wooster performs above average in knee (53 vs 44 avg), above average in hip (43 vs 33 avg).
Dr. Wooster's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (53 cases) and hip replacements (43 cases).
Charlotte is home to 34 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Charlotte area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Wooster extend back to 2021, covering 3 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 64 to 96 in the most recent data, a 50% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,720 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Wooster's 53 verified procedures is near the national average of 45.
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. Wooster Compares
Procedure volume compared to the North Carolina state average.
Contact & Location
Charlotte, NC 28207
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Wooster's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 3 years, increasing 50% from 64 procedures in 2021 to 96 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. Wooster
How does Dr. Wooster's procedure volume compare to other North Carolina surgeons?
Dr. Wooster has performed 96 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is significantly above the North Carolina average of 63 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Wooster ranks #53 out of 294 orthopedic surgeons in North Carolina.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Wooster perform?
Dr. Wooster's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (53 cases) and hip replacement (43 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Wooster in Charlotte?
Yes. There are 34 orthopedic surgeons in Charlotte 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 North Carolina surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Wooster 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. Wooster's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 96 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Wooster's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Wooster's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 64 procedures in 2021 to 96 in the most recent data, a 50% increase over 3 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 96 procedures in 2023.
Does Dr. Wooster perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Wooster's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (53 cases), hip replacement (43 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Wooster affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Wooster is affiliated with Carolinas Medical Center/Behav Health, Novant Health Presbyterian Medical Center.
How does Dr. Wooster compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Charlotte?
Among the 34 orthopedic surgeons in Charlotte, Dr. Wooster ranks #12 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Charlotte has 274 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Wooster practices?
Carolinas Medical Center/Behav Health (3 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Novant Health Presbyterian Medical Center (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate better than national average). These are hospital-level quality metrics from CMS Hospital Compare and do not reflect individual surgeon outcomes.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Charlotte, North Carolina
Dr. Wooster's 96 Medicare procedures are below the Charlotte average of 175. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Charlotte.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Howard Homesley | 274 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Ronald Singer | 238 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. John Mason | 180 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Omar Behery | 159 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Eric Lee | 150 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. John Masonis | 131 | Hip, Knee |
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