Dr. Daniel Carpenter, M.D.
Contact & Location
252-243-9629
Wilson, NC 27893
Saint Louis, MO 63110
Dr. Carpenter performs more shoulder replacement procedures than 33% of orthopedic surgeons in North Carolina, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #54 of 81 ranked shoulder surgeons in North Carolina.
About Dr. Carpenter
Practice. Dr. Daniel Carpenter is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Wilson, North Carolina. The latest annual CMS data records 18 shoulder replacements. That is #54 in North Carolina for shoulder replacement. A Medicare provider since 2014.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2020 to 2024, 4 years. Volume has held between 13 and 18 procedures a year.
National context. Among 2,217 shoulder replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 18 procedures is below the national average of 29. Medicare covers part of all joint replacements, so true volume is likely higher.
Local context. Wilson has 2 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 | Shoulder Replacement |
|---|---|
| 2013 | 0 |
| 2014 | 0 |
| 2015 | 0 |
| 2016 | 0 |
| 2017 | 0 |
| 2018 | 0 |
| 2019 | 0 |
| 2020 | 16 |
| 2021 | 13 |
| 2022 | 14 |
| 2023 | 0 |
| 2024 | 18 |
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 29% to 37% for shoulder 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. Carpenter Compares
Procedure volume compared to the North Carolina state average.
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Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Carpenter's procedure volume has been consistent across 4 years of Medicare data, ranging from 13 to 18 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.
Patient Resources: Preparing for Shoulder Replacement
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Shoulder Replacement Recovery Overview
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Carpenter
How does Dr. Carpenter's procedure volume compare to other North Carolina surgeons?
Dr. Carpenter has performed 18 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The North Carolina average is 61 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Carpenter ranks #237 out of 293 orthopedic surgeons in North Carolina.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Carpenter perform?
Dr. Carpenter's reported Medicare volume is focused on shoulder replacement, with 18 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Carpenter in Wilson?
Yes. There are 2 orthopedic surgeons in Wilson 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. Carpenter 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 29% to 37% for shoulder replacement, which puts Dr. Carpenter's total volume across all insurers at roughly 50 to 60 procedures against the 18 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. Carpenter's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Carpenter's procedure volume has been relatively stable over 4 years of Medicare data, ranging from 13 to 18 procedures per year between 2020 and 2024. Consistent volume over multiple years reflects a steady joint replacement practice.
Which hospitals is Dr. Carpenter affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Carpenter is affiliated with Wakemed, North Carolina Specialty Hospital, Wilson Medical Center.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Carpenter practices?
Wakemed (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); North Carolina Specialty Hospital (hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Wilson Medical Center (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 Wilson, North Carolina
Dr. Carpenter's 18 Medicare procedures are below the Wilson average of 39. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Wilson.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. John Taliaferro | 59 | Hip, Knee |
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