Dr. Shawn Hocker is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Wilmington, North Carolina. Dr. Hocker has completed 181 knee replacements (#2 in North Carolina), 55 hip replacements, and 48 shoulder replacements — totaling 284 Medicare-verified procedures.
With 284 total procedures, Dr. Hocker ranks in the top 0% of orthopedic surgeons in North Carolina, where the average surgeon performs 63 Medicare-verified procedures per year. That is more than 4x the statewide average.
Dr. Hocker performs all three major joint replacement procedures — hip, knee, and shoulder — indicating a broad scope of orthopedic practice. The largest share is knee replacements (181 cases), followed by hip replacements (55) and shoulder replacements (48).
Wilmington is home to 11 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.
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.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Hocker
How does Dr. Hocker's procedure volume compare to other North Carolina surgeons?
Dr. Hocker has performed 284 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is more than 4x the North Carolina average of 63 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Hocker ranks #2 out of 294 orthopedic surgeons in North Carolina.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Hocker perform?
Dr. Hocker performs all three major joint replacement procedures: knee replacement (181 cases), hip replacement (55 cases), shoulder replacement (48 cases). This breadth indicates a comprehensive orthopedic joint replacement practice.
How experienced is Dr. Hocker with knee replacement surgery?
Dr. Hocker ranks #2 in North Carolina for knee replacement with 181 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 294 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Hocker in Wilmington?
Yes. There are 11 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. Hocker 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. Hocker's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 284 procedures shown here.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Wilmington, North Carolina
Compare Dr. Hocker's volume with other surgeons practicing in Wilmington.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Jack Bowling | 231 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Jeremy Hines | 147 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Scott Hannum | 132 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Christopher Jarrett | 132 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Dustin Hoffman | 118 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. John O'malley | 86 | Knee, Shoulder |
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