Dr. Scott Grabill, D.O.
Contact & Location
Elizabeth City, NC 27909
Dr. Scott Grabill is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Elizabeth City, North Carolina. A Medicare provider since 2006, Dr. Grabill has performed 99 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#23 in North Carolina) and 38 hip replacements, for a combined total of 137 procedures.
In North Carolina, Dr. Grabill performs well above average in knee (99 vs 44 avg), near average in hip (38 vs 33 avg).
Dr. Grabill's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (99 cases) and hip replacements (38 cases).
Elizabeth City is home to 2 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Elizabeth City area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Grabill extend back to 2013, covering 9 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 16 to 137 in the most recent data, a 756% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,599 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Grabill's 99 verified procedures is more than 2x the national average of 45.
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. Grabill Compares
Procedure volume compared to the North Carolina state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Grabill's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 9 years, increasing 756% from 16 procedures in 2013 to 137 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. Grabill
How does Dr. Grabill's procedure volume compare to other North Carolina surgeons?
Dr. Grabill has performed 137 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is more than 2x the North Carolina average of 61 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Grabill ranks #38 out of 293 orthopedic surgeons in North Carolina.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Grabill perform?
Dr. Grabill's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (99 cases) and hip replacement (38 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Grabill in Elizabeth City?
Yes. There are 2 orthopedic surgeons in Elizabeth City 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. Grabill 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. Grabill's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 137 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Grabill's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Grabill's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 16 procedures in 2013 to 137 in the most recent data, a 756% increase over 9 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 156 procedures in 2023.
Does Dr. Grabill perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Grabill's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (99 cases), hip replacement (38 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Grabill affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Grabill is affiliated with Sentara Albemarle Medical Center.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Grabill practices?
Sentara Albemarle Medical Center (3 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison). These are hospital-level quality metrics from CMS Hospital Compare and do not reflect individual surgeon outcomes.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Elizabeth City, North Carolina
Dr. Grabill's 137 Medicare procedures are above the Elizabeth City average of 78. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Elizabeth City.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Christian Bentley | 19 | Shoulder |
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