Dr. Sophia Traven, M.D.
Contact & Location
Charlotte, NC 28204
Dr. Sophia Traven is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Charlotte, North Carolina. Dr. Traven has performed 21 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#162 in North Carolina) and 15 hip replacements, for a combined total of 36 procedures.
In North Carolina, Dr. Traven performs below average in knee (21 vs 44 avg), below average in hip (15 vs 33 avg).
Dr. Traven's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (21 cases) and hip replacements (15 cases).
Charlotte is home to 32 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Charlotte area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. Traven first appears in the Medicare dataset in 2024. With 1 year of recorded data, the longitudinal trend is still developing.
Dr. Traven's 21 knee replacement procedures is below the national average of 45 among 6,599 surgeons. Medicare data captures roughly a third of all joint replacements, so actual volume is likely higher.
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. Traven Compares
Procedure volume compared to the North Carolina state average.
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. Traven
How does Dr. Traven's procedure volume compare to other North Carolina surgeons?
Dr. Traven has performed 36 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. Traven ranks #172 out of 293 orthopedic surgeons in North Carolina.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Traven perform?
Dr. Traven's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (21 cases) and hip replacement (15 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Traven in Charlotte?
Yes. There are 32 orthopedic surgeons in Charlotte 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. Traven 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. Traven's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 36 procedures shown here.
Does Dr. Traven perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Traven's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (21 cases), hip replacement (15 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Traven affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Traven is affiliated with Carolinas Medical Center/Behav Health.
How does Dr. Traven compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Charlotte?
Among the 32 orthopedic surgeons in Charlotte, Dr. Traven ranks #24 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Charlotte has 293 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Traven practices?
Carolinas Medical Center/Behav Health (3 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 Charlotte, North Carolina
Dr. Traven's 36 Medicare procedures are below the Charlotte average of 184. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Charlotte.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Howard Homesley | 293 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Ronald Singer | 226 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Omar Behery | 212 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Keith Fehring | 193 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Benjamin Wooster | 165 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. John Masonis | 160 | Hip, Knee |
Patient Resources & Verification
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