Dr. Curtis Hanson, MD
Contact & Location
Raleigh, NC 27610
Dr. Curtis Hanson is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Raleigh, North Carolina. A Medicare provider since 2006, Dr. Hanson has performed 47 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#70 in North Carolina) and 15 hip replacements, for a combined total of 62 procedures.
In North Carolina, Dr. Hanson performs near average in knee (47 vs 44 avg), below average in hip (15 vs 33 avg).
Dr. Hanson's practice is heavily focused on knee replacement surgery, which accounts for 76% of reported Medicare volume.
Raleigh is home to 30 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Raleigh area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Hanson extend back to 2013, covering 12 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 25 to 62 in the most recent data, a 148% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,599 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Hanson's 47 verified procedures is near the national average of 45.
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. Hanson Compares
Procedure volume compared to the North Carolina state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Hanson's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 12 years, increasing 148% from 25 procedures in 2013 to 62 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. Hanson
How does Dr. Hanson's procedure volume compare to other North Carolina surgeons?
Dr. Hanson has performed 62 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the North Carolina average of 61 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Hanson ranks #98 out of 293 orthopedic surgeons in North Carolina.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Hanson perform?
Dr. Hanson's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (47 cases) and hip replacement (15 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Hanson in Raleigh?
Yes. There are 30 orthopedic surgeons in Raleigh 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. Hanson 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. Hanson's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 62 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Hanson's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Hanson's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 25 procedures in 2013 to 62 in the most recent data, a 148% increase over 12 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 63 procedures in 2021.
Does Dr. Hanson perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Hanson's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (47 cases), hip replacement (15 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Hanson affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Hanson is affiliated with Wakemed.
How does Dr. Hanson compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Raleigh?
Among the 30 orthopedic surgeons in Raleigh, Dr. Hanson ranks #9 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Raleigh has 233 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Hanson practices?
Wakemed (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.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Raleigh, North Carolina
Dr. Hanson's 62 Medicare procedures are below the Raleigh average of 139. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Raleigh.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Bradley Vaughn | 233 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. John Chiavetta | 231 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Tyler Watters | 145 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. David McNabb | 119 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Robert Wyker | 109 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Scott Eskildsen | 77 | Hip, Knee |
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