Dr. Scott Burbank, M.D.
Contact & Location
704-323-3300
Pineville, NC 28134
Dr. Burbank performs more knee replacement procedures than 80% of orthopedic surgeons in North Carolina, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #44 of 228 ranked knee surgeons in North Carolina.
About Dr. Burbank
Practice. Dr. Scott Burbank is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Pineville, North Carolina. The latest annual CMS data records 64 knee replacements and 16 shoulder replacements, 80 procedures in all. That is #44 in North Carolina for knee replacement. A Medicare provider since 2007.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2013 to 2024, 12 years. Volume rose from 45 procedures a year to 80, up 78%.
National context. Among 6,612 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 64 procedures is above the national average of 45.
Local context. Pineville has 2 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare data. Comparing volume and procedure mix across them is one way to narrow a shortlist. Dr. Burbank also holds hospital privileges in NC and SC, a practice that extends beyond North Carolina.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
| Year | Knee Replacement | Shoulder Replacement |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 32 | 13 |
| 2014 | 30 | 0 |
| 2015 | 43 | 0 |
| 2016 | 51 | 11 |
| 2017 | 44 | 13 |
| 2018 | 63 | 18 |
| 2019 | 52 | 12 |
| 2020 | 32 | 15 |
| 2021 | 51 | 13 |
| 2022 | 58 | 16 |
| 2023 | 78 | 15 |
| 2024 | 64 | 16 |
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 23% to 28% for knee replacement, 29% to 37% for shoulder 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. Burbank Compares
Procedure volume compared to the North Carolina state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Burbank's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 12 years, increasing 78% from 45 procedures in 2013 to 80 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 Knee Replacement
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Outpatient Joint Replacement: A Medicare GuideHow outpatient joint replacement works under Medicare, including eligibility criteria, cost differences, and what to expect with same-day discharge.
Knee Replacement Recovery Overview
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Burbank
How does Dr. Burbank's procedure volume compare to other North Carolina surgeons?
Dr. Burbank has performed 80 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the North Carolina average of 61 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Burbank ranks #66 out of 293 orthopedic surgeons in North Carolina.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Burbank perform?
Dr. Burbank's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (64 cases) and shoulder replacement (16 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Burbank in Pineville?
Yes. There are 2 orthopedic surgeons in Pineville 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. Burbank 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 23% to 28% for knee replacement, 29% to 37% for shoulder replacement, which puts Dr. Burbank's total volume across all insurers at roughly 270 to 330 procedures against the 80 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. Burbank's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Burbank's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 45 procedures in 2013 to 80 in the most recent data, a 78% increase over 12 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 93 procedures in 2023.
Does Dr. Burbank perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Burbank's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (64 cases), shoulder replacement (16 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Burbank affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Burbank is affiliated with Atrium Health Pineville, Novant Health Matthews Medical Center, Piedmont Medical Center, Carolinas Medical Center/Behav Health. Dr. Burbank maintains hospital privileges across state lines, indicating a practice that serves patients in multiple states.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Burbank practices?
Atrium Health Pineville (3 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Novant Health Matthews Medical Center (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Piedmont Medical Center (2 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 Pineville, North Carolina
Dr. Burbank's 80 Medicare procedures are above the Pineville average of 68. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Pineville.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Briggs Ahearn | 56 | Hip, Knee |
Patient Resources & Verification
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