Dr. Lucas Romine, MD
Dr. Lucas Romine is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Smithfield, North Carolina. A Medicare provider since 2008, Dr. Romine has performed 21 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#180 in North Carolina) and 15 shoulder replacements, for a combined total of 36 procedures.
In North Carolina, Dr. Romine performs below average in knee (21 vs 44 avg), below average in shoulder (15 vs 26 avg).
Dr. Romine's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (21 cases) and shoulder replacements (15 cases).
Smithfield is home to 2 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Smithfield area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. Romine's Medicare data spans 8 years, beginning in 2016. Volume peaked at 67 procedures in 2019 before settling at 36 in the most recent data. Changes in Medicare reporting, payer mix shifts, or practice focus adjustments can all influence year-to-year volume.
Dr. Romine's 21 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. Romine Compares
Procedure volume compared to the North Carolina state average.
Contact & Location
Smithfield, NC 27577
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Romine's recorded volume peaked at 67 procedures in 2019 and stood at 36 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. Romine
How does Dr. Romine's procedure volume compare to other North Carolina surgeons?
Dr. Romine has performed 36 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. Romine ranks #186 out of 294 orthopedic surgeons in North Carolina.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Romine perform?
Dr. Romine's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (21 cases) and shoulder replacement (15 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 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. Romine's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 36 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Romine's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Romine's Medicare-recorded volume peaked at 67 procedures in 2019 and was 36 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. Romine perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Romine's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (21 cases), shoulder replacement (15 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 36 Medicare procedures are above the Smithfield average of 31. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Smithfield.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Deren Bagsby | 26 | Knee |
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