Knee
Dr. Kevin Stanley, MD
Dr. Kevin Stanley is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Mooresville, North Carolina. A Medicare provider since 2006, Dr. Stanley has performed 28 Medicare-verified knee replacements, ranking #140 in North Carolina.
In North Carolina, Dr. Stanley performs below average in knee (28 vs 44 avg).
Dr. Stanley's Medicare data shows a focused knee replacement practice with 28 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.
Mooresville is home to 4 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Mooresville area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Stanley extend back to 2015, covering 8 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 21 to 28 in the most recent data, a 33% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Dr. Stanley's 28 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. Stanley Compares
Procedure volume compared to the North Carolina state average.
Contact & Location
Mooresville, NC 28117
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Stanley's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 8 years, increasing 33% from 21 procedures in 2015 to 28 in the most recent data.
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. Stanley
How does Dr. Stanley's procedure volume compare to other North Carolina surgeons?
Dr. Stanley has performed 28 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. Stanley ranks #216 out of 294 orthopedic surgeons in North Carolina.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Stanley perform?
Dr. Stanley's reported Medicare volume is focused on knee replacement, with 28 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Stanley in Mooresville?
Yes. There are 4 orthopedic surgeons in Mooresville 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. Stanley 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. Stanley's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 28 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Stanley's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Stanley's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 21 procedures in 2015 to 28 in the most recent data, a 33% increase over 8 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 42 procedures in 2022.
Which hospitals is Dr. Stanley affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Stanley is affiliated with Duke Health Lake Norman Hospital, Novant Health Huntersville Medical Center.
How does Dr. Stanley compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Mooresville?
Among the 4 orthopedic surgeons in Mooresville, Dr. Stanley ranks #2 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Stanley is among the highest-volume surgeons in Mooresville.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Stanley practices?
Duke Health Lake Norman Hospital (2 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Novant Health Huntersville Medical Center (4 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 Mooresville, North Carolina
Dr. Stanley's 28 Medicare procedures are above the Mooresville average of 25. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Mooresville.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Charles Sikes | 43 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. James McDonald | 16 | Knee |
| Dr. Rodney Stanley | 12 | Shoulder |
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