Dr. John Spellman is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Morehead City, North Carolina. In 2023, Dr. Spellman performed 17 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#206 in North Carolina) and 14 shoulder replacements, for a combined total of 31 procedures.
Dr. Spellman recorded 31 Medicare fee-for-service procedures in 2023. Medicare data represents approximately one-third of all joint replacements nationwide, so these counts reflect only a portion of a surgeon's full practice. North Carolina has 294 orthopedic surgeons in the current dataset.
Dr. Spellman's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (17 cases) and shoulder replacements (14 cases).
Morehead City is home to 4 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Morehead City area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Verified Medicare Cases (2023)
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.
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Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-2023)
Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Spellman
How does Dr. Spellman's procedure volume compare to other North Carolina surgeons?
In 2023, Dr. Spellman performed 31 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. Spellman ranks #206 out of 294 orthopedic surgeons in North Carolina.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Spellman perform?
Dr. Spellman's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (17 cases) and shoulder replacement (14 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Spellman in Morehead City?
Yes. There are 4 orthopedic surgeons in Morehead City 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. Spellman represent?
The procedure counts shown are based on Medicare Part B fee-for-service claims data for 2023, published by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). This captures approximately 33–37% of all joint replacements performed nationally. Dr. Spellman's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 31 procedures shown here.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Morehead City, North Carolina
Compare Dr. Spellman's volume with other surgeons practicing in Morehead City.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Thomas Bates | 115 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Robert Coles | 62 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Jeffrey Moore | 59 | Hip, Knee |
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