Dr. Trenton Stevens, M.D.
Contact & Location
Wilmington, NC 28403
Dr. Trenton Stevens is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Wilmington, North Carolina. Dr. Stevens has performed 12 Medicare-verified hip replacements, ranking #157 in North Carolina.
In North Carolina, Dr. Stevens performs below average in hip (12 vs 33 avg).
Dr. Stevens's Medicare data shows a focused hip replacement practice with 12 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.
Wilmington is home to 13 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.
Dr. Stevens first appears in the Medicare dataset in 2024. With 1 year of recorded data, the longitudinal trend is still developing.
Dr. Stevens's 12 hip replacement procedures is below the national average of 36 among 4,532 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. Stevens 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.
Patient Resources: Preparing for Hip Replacement
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Outpatient Joint Replacement: A Medicare GuideHow outpatient joint replacement works under Medicare, including eligibility criteria, cost differences, and what to expect with same-day discharge.
Hip Replacement Recovery Overview
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Stevens
How does Dr. Stevens's procedure volume compare to other North Carolina surgeons?
Dr. Stevens has performed 12 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. Stevens ranks #274 out of 293 orthopedic surgeons in North Carolina.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Stevens perform?
Dr. Stevens's reported Medicare volume is focused on hip replacement, with 12 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Stevens in Wilmington?
Yes. There are 13 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. Stevens 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. Stevens's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 12 procedures shown here.
Which hospitals is Dr. Stevens affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Stevens is affiliated with Novant Health New Hanover Regional Medical Center, Novant Health Brunswick Medical Center.
How does Dr. Stevens compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Wilmington?
Among the 13 orthopedic surgeons in Wilmington, Dr. Stevens ranks #11 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Wilmington has 274 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Stevens practices?
Novant Health New Hanover Regional Medical Center (2 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate better than national average); Novant Health Brunswick Medical Center (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 Wilmington, North Carolina
Dr. Stevens's 12 Medicare procedures are below the Wilmington average of 160. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Wilmington.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Shawn Hocker | 274 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Jack Bowling | 224 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Jeremy Hines | 168 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Dustin Hoffman | 152 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Christopher Jarrett | 150 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Scott Hannum | 142 | Hip, Knee |
Patient Resources & Verification
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