Dr. Curtis Hanson is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Raleigh, North Carolina. Dr. Hanson has performed 50 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#71 in North Carolina) and 12 hip replacements, for a combined total of 62 procedures.
Dr. Hanson's 62 Medicare procedures are near the North Carolina median of 46. The state has 294 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Medicare fee-for-service data captures roughly 33–37% of all joint replacements, so total surgical volume is likely higher.
Dr. Hanson's practice is heavily focused on knee replacement surgery, which accounts for 81% of reported Medicare volume.
Raleigh is home to 25 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.
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.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
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 63 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Hanson ranks #109 out of 294 orthopedic surgeons in North Carolina.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Hanson perform?
Dr. Hanson's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (50 cases) and hip replacement (12 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Hanson in Raleigh?
Yes. There are 25 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.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Raleigh, North Carolina
Compare Dr. Hanson's volume with other surgeons practicing in Raleigh.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Bradley Vaughn | 245 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. John Chiavetta | 193 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Tyler Watters | 144 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Rhett Hallows | 134 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. David McNabb | 116 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Robert Wyker | 111 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
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