Dr. Samuel Stanley, M.D.
Dr. Samuel Stanley is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Durham, North Carolina. A Medicare provider since 2006, Dr. Stanley has performed 30 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#132 in North Carolina) and 19 hip replacements, for a combined total of 49 procedures.
In North Carolina, Dr. Stanley performs below average in knee (30 vs 44 avg), below average in hip (19 vs 33 avg).
Dr. Stanley's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (30 cases) and hip replacements (19 cases).
Durham is home to 19 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Durham 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 2013, covering 11 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 23 to 49 in the most recent data, a 113% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Dr. Stanley's 30 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
Durham, NC 27704
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Stanley's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 11 years, increasing 113% from 23 procedures in 2013 to 49 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 49 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 #138 out of 294 orthopedic surgeons in North Carolina.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Stanley perform?
Dr. Stanley's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (30 cases) and hip replacement (19 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Stanley in Durham?
Yes. There are 19 orthopedic surgeons in Durham 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 49 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Stanley's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Stanley's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 23 procedures in 2013 to 49 in the most recent data, a 113% increase over 11 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 49 procedures in 2023.
Does Dr. Stanley perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Stanley's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (30 cases), hip replacement (19 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Stanley affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Stanley is affiliated with Duke Regional Hospital, Duke University Hospital.
How does Dr. Stanley compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Durham?
Among the 19 orthopedic surgeons in Durham, Dr. Stanley ranks #10 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Durham has 146 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Stanley practices?
Duke Regional Hospital (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Duke University Hospital (5 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 Durham, North Carolina
Dr. Stanley's 49 Medicare procedures are below the Durham average of 93. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Durham.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Michael Bolognesi | 146 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Samuel Wellman | 124 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Richard Rutherford | 113 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Adam Brekke | 79 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Michael Merz | 74 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Christopher Klifto | 66 | Shoulder |
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