Dr. Scott Kelley, MD
Dr. Scott Kelley is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Durham, North Carolina. A Medicare provider since 2006, Dr. Kelley has performed 39 Medicare-verified hip replacements (#50 in North Carolina) and 12 knee replacements, for a combined total of 51 procedures.
In North Carolina, Dr. Kelley performs near average in hip (39 vs 33 avg), below average in knee (12 vs 44 avg).
Dr. Kelley's practice is heavily focused on hip replacement surgery, which accounts for 76% of reported Medicare volume.
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.
Dr. Kelley's Medicare data spans 11 years, beginning in 2013. Volume peaked at 199 procedures in 2019 before settling at 51 in the most recent data. Changes in Medicare reporting, payer mix shifts, or practice focus adjustments can all influence year-to-year volume.
Among 4,526 hip replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Kelley's 39 verified procedures is near the national average of 36.
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. Kelley Compares
Procedure volume compared to the North Carolina state average.
Contact & Location
Durham, NC 27707
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Kelley's recorded volume peaked at 199 procedures in 2019 and stood at 51 in the most recent data. Year-to-year variation can reflect changes in payer mix, practice scope, or Medicare billing patterns.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Kelley
How does Dr. Kelley's procedure volume compare to other North Carolina surgeons?
Dr. Kelley has performed 51 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the North Carolina average of 63 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Kelley ranks #132 out of 294 orthopedic surgeons in North Carolina.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Kelley perform?
Dr. Kelley's Medicare data shows procedures in hip replacement (39 cases) and knee replacement (12 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Kelley 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. Kelley 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. Kelley's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 51 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Kelley's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Kelley's Medicare-recorded volume peaked at 199 procedures in 2019 and was 51 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. Kelley perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Kelley's Medicare data shows procedures in hip replacement (39 cases), knee replacement (12 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
How does Dr. Kelley compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Durham?
Among the 19 orthopedic surgeons in Durham, Dr. Kelley ranks #9 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Durham has 146 verified Medicare procedures.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Durham, North Carolina
Dr. Kelley's 51 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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