Knee
Dr. Stephen Lucey, MD
Dr. Stephen Lucey is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Greensboro, North Carolina. A Medicare provider since 2006, Dr. Lucey has performed 41 Medicare-verified knee replacements, ranking #97 in North Carolina.
In North Carolina, Dr. Lucey performs near average in knee (41 vs 44 avg).
Dr. Lucey's Medicare data shows a focused knee replacement practice with 41 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.
Greensboro is home to 16 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Greensboro area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Lucey extend back to 2013, covering 11 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 28 to 41 in the most recent data, a 46% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,720 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Lucey's 41 verified procedures is near the national average of 45.
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. Lucey Compares
Procedure volume compared to the North Carolina state average.
Contact & Location
Greensboro, NC 27401
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Lucey's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 11 years, increasing 46% from 28 procedures in 2013 to 41 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. Lucey
How does Dr. Lucey's procedure volume compare to other North Carolina surgeons?
Dr. Lucey has performed 41 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The North Carolina average is 63 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Lucey ranks #169 out of 294 orthopedic surgeons in North Carolina.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Lucey perform?
Dr. Lucey's reported Medicare volume is focused on knee replacement, with 41 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Lucey in Greensboro?
Yes. There are 16 orthopedic surgeons in Greensboro 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. Lucey 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. Lucey's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 41 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Lucey's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Lucey's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 28 procedures in 2013 to 41 in the most recent data, a 46% increase over 11 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 50 procedures in 2019.
Which hospitals is Dr. Lucey affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Lucey is affiliated with Cone Health.
How does Dr. Lucey compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Greensboro?
Among the 16 orthopedic surgeons in Greensboro, Dr. Lucey ranks #7 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Greensboro has 175 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Lucey practices?
Cone Health (4 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 Greensboro, North Carolina
Dr. Lucey's 41 Medicare procedures are below the Greensboro average of 75. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Greensboro.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Frank Aluisio | 175 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Matthew Olin | 91 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Brian Swinteck | 66 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Christopher Blackman | 64 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Kevin Supple | 44 | Shoulder |
| Dr. Peter Dalldorf | 42 | Hip, Knee |
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