Dr. Stephen Struble, MD
Dr. Stephen Struble is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Cary, North Carolina. A Medicare provider since 2005, Dr. Struble has performed 39 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#105 in North Carolina) and 16 hip replacements, for a combined total of 55 procedures.
In North Carolina, Dr. Struble performs near average in knee (39 vs 44 avg), below average in hip (16 vs 33 avg).
Dr. Struble's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (39 cases) and hip replacements (16 cases).
Cary is home to 7 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Cary area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. Struble's Medicare data spans 11 years, beginning in 2013. Volume peaked at 97 procedures in 2017 before settling at 55 in the most recent data. Changes in Medicare reporting, payer mix shifts, or practice focus adjustments can all influence year-to-year volume.
Among 6,720 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Struble's 39 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. Struble Compares
Procedure volume compared to the North Carolina state average.
Contact & Location
Cary, NC 27518
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Struble's recorded volume peaked at 97 procedures in 2017 and stood at 55 in the most recent data. Year-to-year variation can reflect changes in payer mix, practice scope, or Medicare billing patterns.
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. Struble
How does Dr. Struble's procedure volume compare to other North Carolina surgeons?
Dr. Struble has performed 55 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the North Carolina average of 63 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Struble ranks #126 out of 294 orthopedic surgeons in North Carolina.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Struble perform?
Dr. Struble's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (39 cases) and hip replacement (16 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Struble in Cary?
Yes. There are 7 orthopedic surgeons in Cary 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. Struble 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. Struble's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 55 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Struble's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Struble's Medicare-recorded volume peaked at 97 procedures in 2017 and was 55 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. Struble perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Struble's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (39 cases), hip replacement (16 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Struble affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Struble is affiliated with Wakemed, Rex Hospital, Wakemed.
How does Dr. Struble compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Cary?
Among the 7 orthopedic surgeons in Cary, Dr. Struble ranks #2 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Struble is among the highest-volume surgeons in Cary.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Struble practices?
Wakemed (5 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Rex Hospital (5 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Wakemed (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 Cary, North Carolina
Dr. Struble's 55 Medicare procedures are above the Cary average of 40. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Cary.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Demetri Economedes | 56 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. William Andersen | 53 | Knee |
| Dr. Adam Almaguer | 43 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Arvind Narayanan | 37 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Raymond Carroll | 27 | Shoulder |
| Dr. Edouard Armour | 12 | Knee |
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