Dr. Scott Dart, MD
Contact & Location
910-332-3800
Wilmington, NC 28403
Dr. Dart performs more shoulder replacement procedures than 3% of orthopedic surgeons in North Carolina, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #78 of 81 ranked shoulder surgeons in North Carolina.
About Dr. Dart
Dr. Scott Dart is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Wilmington, North Carolina. A Medicare provider since 2015, Dr. Dart performed 11 Medicare-verified shoulder replacements in the latest annual CMS data, ranking #78 in North Carolina.
In North Carolina, Dr. Dart performs below the state average in shoulder (11 vs 26).
Dr. Dart's Medicare data shows a focused shoulder replacement practice with 11 verified procedures. Surgeons who concentrate on a single procedure type often develop deep procedural expertise, though total practice volume may include additional procedures not captured in Medicare fee-for-service data.
Wilmington is home to 13 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Wilmington area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. Dart's Medicare record spans 3 years from 2022 through 2024. Procedure volume has remained consistent during that period, ranging from 11 to 12 procedures per year, reflecting a steady joint replacement practice.
Dr. Dart's 11 shoulder replacement procedures is below the national average of 29 among 2,217 surgeons. Medicare data captures roughly a third of all joint replacements, so actual volume is likely higher.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
| Year | Shoulder Replacement |
|---|---|
| 2013 | 0 |
| 2014 | 0 |
| 2015 | 0 |
| 2016 | 0 |
| 2017 | 0 |
| 2018 | 0 |
| 2019 | 0 |
| 2020 | 0 |
| 2021 | 0 |
| 2022 | 11 |
| 2023 | 12 |
| 2024 | 11 |
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. 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. Dart Compares
Procedure volume compared to the North Carolina state average.
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Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Dart's procedure volume has been consistent across 3 years of Medicare data, ranging from 11 to 12 procedures per year. This stability suggests a well-established joint replacement practice.
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. Dart
How does Dr. Dart's procedure volume compare to other North Carolina surgeons?
Dr. Dart has performed 11 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. Dart ranks #291 out of 293 orthopedic surgeons in North Carolina.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Dart perform?
Dr. Dart's reported Medicare volume is focused on shoulder replacement, with 11 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Dart in Wilmington?
Yes. There are 13 orthopedic surgeons in Wilmington 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. Dart 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, which puts Dr. Dart's total volume across all insurers at roughly 30 to 40 procedures against the 11 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. Dart's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Dart's procedure volume has been relatively stable over 3 years of Medicare data, ranging from 11 to 12 procedures per year between 2022 and 2024. Consistent volume over multiple years reflects a steady joint replacement practice.
Which hospitals is Dr. Dart affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Dart is affiliated with Novant Health New Hanover Regional Medical Center, Pender Memorial Hospital.
How does Dr. Dart compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Wilmington?
Among the 13 orthopedic surgeons in Wilmington, Dr. Dart ranks #13 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Wilmington has 274 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Dart practices?
Novant Health New Hanover Regional Medical Center (2 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate better than national average). These are hospital-level quality metrics from CMS Hospital Compare and do not reflect individual surgeon outcomes.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Wilmington, North Carolina
Dr. Dart's 11 Medicare procedures are below the Wilmington average of 160. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Wilmington.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Shawn Hocker | 274 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Jack Bowling | 224 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Jeremy Hines | 168 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Dustin Hoffman | 152 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Christopher Jarrett | 150 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Scott Hannum | 142 | Hip, Knee |
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