Dr. Richard Leighton, DO
Contact & Location
Supply, NC 28462
Dr. Richard Leighton is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Supply, North Carolina. A Medicare provider since 2005, Dr. Leighton has performed 28 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#128 in North Carolina) and 14 hip replacements, for a combined total of 42 procedures.
In North Carolina, Dr. Leighton performs below average in knee (28 vs 44 avg), below average in hip (14 vs 33 avg).
Dr. Leighton's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (28 cases) and hip replacements (14 cases).
Supply is home to 3 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Supply area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. Leighton's Medicare data spans 12 years, beginning in 2013. Volume peaked at 56 procedures in 2014 before settling at 42 in the most recent data. Changes in Medicare reporting, payer mix shifts, or practice focus adjustments can all influence year-to-year volume.
Dr. Leighton's 28 knee replacement procedures is below the national average of 45 among 6,599 surgeons. Medicare data captures roughly a third of all joint replacements, so actual volume is likely higher.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
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. Leighton Compares
Procedure volume compared to the North Carolina state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Leighton's recorded volume peaked at 56 procedures in 2014 and stood at 42 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. Leighton
How does Dr. Leighton's procedure volume compare to other North Carolina surgeons?
Dr. Leighton has performed 42 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. Leighton ranks #149 out of 293 orthopedic surgeons in North Carolina.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Leighton perform?
Dr. Leighton's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (28 cases) and hip replacement (14 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Leighton in Supply?
Yes. There are 3 orthopedic surgeons in Supply 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. Leighton 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. Leighton's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 42 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Leighton's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Leighton's Medicare-recorded volume peaked at 56 procedures in 2014 and was 42 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. Leighton perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Leighton's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (28 cases), hip replacement (14 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Leighton affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Leighton is affiliated with Novant Health Brunswick Medical Center.
How does Dr. Leighton compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Supply?
Among the 3 orthopedic surgeons in Supply, Dr. Leighton ranks #1 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Leighton has the highest verified Medicare volume in the city.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Leighton practices?
Novant Health Brunswick 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 Supply, North Carolina
Dr. Leighton's 42 Medicare procedures are above the Supply average of 22. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Supply.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Ryan Harrell | 12 | Knee |
| Dr. Benjamin Browning | 12 | Shoulder |
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