Dr. Lucas Romine, M.D.
Contact & Location
919-934-1094
Smithfield, NC 27577
Dr. Romine performs more shoulder replacement procedures than 64% of orthopedic surgeons in North Carolina, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #29 of 81 ranked shoulder surgeons in North Carolina.
About Dr. Romine
Practice. Dr. Lucas Romine is an orthopedic surgeon practicing in Smithfield, North Carolina. The latest annual CMS data records 25 shoulder replacements and 23 knee replacements, 48 procedures in all. That is #29 in North Carolina for shoulder replacement. A Medicare provider since 2008.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2016 to 2024, 9 years. Volume rose from 17 procedures a year to 48, up 182%.
National context. Among 2,217 shoulder replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 25 procedures is near the national average of 29.
Local context. Smithfield 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 | Hip Replacement | Knee Replacement | Shoulder Replacement |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2014 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2015 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2016 | 0 | 17 | 0 |
| 2017 | 11 | 22 | 14 |
| 2018 | 21 | 28 | 0 |
| 2019 | 16 | 28 | 23 |
| 2020 | 16 | 17 | 21 |
| 2021 | 0 | 20 | 20 |
| 2022 | 0 | 27 | 17 |
| 2023 | 0 | 21 | 15 |
| 2024 | 0 | 23 | 25 |
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, 23% to 28% for knee 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. Romine Compares
Procedure volume compared to the North Carolina state average.
See the Top 25 shoulder replacement surgeons in North Carolina
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Romine's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 9 years, increasing 182% from 17 procedures in 2016 to 48 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.
Patient Resources: Preparing for Shoulder Replacement
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Shoulder Replacement Recovery Overview
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Romine
How does Dr. Romine's procedure volume compare to other North Carolina surgeons?
Dr. Romine has performed 48 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. Romine ranks #132 out of 293 orthopedic surgeons in North Carolina.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Romine perform?
Dr. Romine's Medicare data shows procedures in shoulder replacement (25 cases) and knee replacement (23 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Romine in Smithfield?
Yes. There are 2 orthopedic surgeons in Smithfield 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. Romine 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, 23% to 28% for knee replacement, which puts Dr. Romine's total volume across all insurers at roughly 150 to 190 procedures against the 48 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. Romine's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Romine's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 17 procedures in 2016 to 48 in the most recent data, a 182% increase over 9 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 67 procedures in 2019.
Does Dr. Romine perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Romine's Medicare data shows procedures in shoulder replacement (25 cases), knee replacement (23 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Romine affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Romine is affiliated with Johnston Health, North Carolina Specialty Hospital.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Romine practices?
Johnston Health (3 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). These are hospital-level quality metrics from CMS Hospital Compare and do not reflect individual surgeon outcomes.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Smithfield, North Carolina
Dr. Romine's 48 Medicare procedures are below the Smithfield average of 57. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Smithfield.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Deren Bagsby | 65 | Hip, Knee |
Patient Resources & Verification
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