Knee
Dr. Deanna Boyette, MD
Dr. Deanna Boyette is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Greenville, North Carolina. A Medicare provider since 2005, Dr. Boyette has performed 20 Medicare-verified knee replacements, ranking #186 in North Carolina.
In North Carolina, Dr. Boyette performs below average in knee (20 vs 44 avg).
Dr. Boyette's Medicare data shows a focused knee replacement practice with 20 verified procedures. Surgeons who concentrate on a single procedure type often develop deep procedural expertise, though total practice volume may include additional procedures not captured in Medicare fee-for-service data.
Greenville is home to 10 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Greenville area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. Boyette's Medicare data spans 11 years, beginning in 2013. Volume peaked at 37 procedures in 2013 before settling at 20 in the most recent data. Changes in Medicare reporting, payer mix shifts, or practice focus adjustments can all influence year-to-year volume.
Dr. Boyette's 20 knee replacement procedures is below the national average of 45 among 6,720 surgeons. Medicare data captures roughly a third of all joint replacements, so actual volume is likely higher.
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. Boyette Compares
Procedure volume compared to the North Carolina state average.
Contact & Location
Greenville, NC 27834
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Boyette's recorded volume peaked at 37 procedures in 2013 and stood at 20 in the most recent data. Year-to-year variation can reflect changes in payer mix, practice scope, or Medicare billing patterns.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Boyette
How does Dr. Boyette's procedure volume compare to other North Carolina surgeons?
Dr. Boyette has performed 20 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The North Carolina average is 63 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Boyette ranks #235 out of 294 orthopedic surgeons in North Carolina.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Boyette perform?
Dr. Boyette's reported Medicare volume is focused on knee replacement, with 20 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Boyette in Greenville?
Yes. There are 10 orthopedic surgeons in Greenville 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. Boyette 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. Boyette's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 20 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Boyette's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Boyette's Medicare-recorded volume peaked at 37 procedures in 2013 and was 20 in the most recent data. Volume fluctuations can reflect changes in payer mix, practice focus, or Medicare reporting rather than a change in overall surgical activity.
How does Dr. Boyette compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Greenville?
Among the 10 orthopedic surgeons in Greenville, Dr. Boyette ranks #7 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Greenville has 122 verified Medicare procedures.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Greenville, North Carolina
Dr. Boyette's 20 Medicare procedures are below the Greenville average of 54. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Greenville.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Christopher Hasty | 122 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Anthony Skalak | 78 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Philip Perdue | 64 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Josiah Duke | 33 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Michael McGraw | 33 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Jeffrey Garrett | 30 | Hip, Knee |
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