Dr. Joseph Statz, MD
Dr. Joseph Statz is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Charlotte, North Carolina. A Medicare provider since 2014, Dr. Statz has performed 28 Medicare-verified hip replacements (#78 in North Carolina) and 19 knee replacements, for a combined total of 47 procedures.
In North Carolina, Dr. Statz performs near average in hip (28 vs 33 avg), below average in knee (19 vs 44 avg).
Dr. Statz's reported Medicare volume is split between hip replacements (28 cases) and knee replacements (19 cases).
Charlotte is home to 34 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Charlotte area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs. Dr. Statz also maintains hospital privileges in IN and MI, indicating a regional practice that extends beyond North Carolina.
Dr. Statz's Medicare data spans 5 years, beginning in 2019. Volume peaked at 86 procedures in 2020 before settling at 47 in the most recent data. Changes in Medicare reporting, payer mix shifts, or practice focus adjustments can all influence year-to-year volume.
Dr. Statz's 28 hip replacement procedures is below the national average of 36 among 4,526 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. Statz Compares
Procedure volume compared to the North Carolina state average.
Contact & Location
Charlotte, NC 28207
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Statz's recorded volume peaked at 86 procedures in 2020 and stood at 47 in the most recent data. Year-to-year variation can reflect changes in payer mix, practice scope, or Medicare billing patterns.
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. Statz
How does Dr. Statz's procedure volume compare to other North Carolina surgeons?
Dr. Statz has performed 47 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. Statz ranks #140 out of 294 orthopedic surgeons in North Carolina.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Statz perform?
Dr. Statz's Medicare data shows procedures in hip replacement (28 cases) and knee replacement (19 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Statz in Charlotte?
Yes. There are 34 orthopedic surgeons in Charlotte 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. Statz 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. Statz's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 47 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Statz's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Statz's Medicare-recorded volume peaked at 86 procedures in 2020 and was 47 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.
Does Dr. Statz perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Statz's Medicare data shows procedures in hip replacement (28 cases), knee replacement (19 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Statz affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Statz is affiliated with Saint Joseph Regional Medical Center, Corewell Health Lakeland Hospitals St Joseph Hospi. Dr. Statz maintains hospital privileges across state lines, indicating a practice that serves patients in multiple states.
How does Dr. Statz compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Charlotte?
Among the 34 orthopedic surgeons in Charlotte, Dr. Statz ranks #26 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Charlotte has 274 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Statz practices?
Saint Joseph Regional Medical Center (2 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Corewell Health Lakeland Hospitals St Joseph Hospi (4 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison). These are hospital-level quality metrics from CMS Hospital Compare and do not reflect individual surgeon outcomes.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Charlotte, North Carolina
Dr. Statz's 47 Medicare procedures are below the Charlotte average of 168. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Charlotte.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Howard Homesley | 274 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Ronald Singer | 238 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. John Mason | 180 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Omar Behery | 159 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Eric Lee | 150 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. John Masonis | 131 | Hip, Knee |
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