Dr. Scott Stephens, M.D.
Contact & Location
614-839-2150
Westerville, OH 43081
Dr. Stephens performs more shoulder replacement procedures than 83% of orthopedic surgeons in Ohio, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #17 of 100 ranked shoulder surgeons in Ohio.
About Dr. Stephens
Practice. Dr. Scott Stephens is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Westerville, Ohio. The latest annual CMS data records 46 shoulder replacements. That is #17 in Ohio for shoulder replacement. A Medicare provider since 2008.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2017 to 2024, 7 years. Volume rose from 12 procedures a year to 46, up 283%.
National context. Among 2,217 shoulder replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 46 procedures is above the national average of 29.
Local context. Westerville has 9 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare data. Comparing volume and procedure mix across them is one way to narrow a shortlist.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
| Year | Shoulder Replacement |
|---|---|
| 2013 | 0 |
| 2014 | 0 |
| 2015 | 0 |
| 2016 | 0 |
| 2017 | 12 |
| 2018 | 0 |
| 2019 | 20 |
| 2020 | 27 |
| 2021 | 40 |
| 2022 | 43 |
| 2023 | 64 |
| 2024 | 46 |
Verified Medicare Cases
How is this estimated?
Medicare Part B fee-for-service claims are one payer stream among several, and the share they represent differs by procedure. In 2024 it was 29% to 37% for shoulder replacement. Each verified count above is divided by its own procedure's range, and the results are added, to estimate total practice volume across all payers. The verified Medicare count is the definitive, audited figure; this is a range derived from published national volume projections, not a measurement, and an individual practice can sit well outside it: how these ranges are derived, and their sources.
How Dr. Stephens Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Ohio state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Stephens's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 7 years, increasing 283% from 12 procedures in 2017 to 46 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.
Patient Resources: Preparing for Shoulder Replacement
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Medicare Coverage for Joint ReplacementWhat Medicare Part A and Part B cover for joint replacement surgery, including hospital stays, surgeon fees, anesthesia, and physical therapy.
Shoulder Replacement Recovery Overview
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Stephens
How does Dr. Stephens's procedure volume compare to other Ohio surgeons?
Dr. Stephens has performed 46 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The Ohio average is 59 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Stephens ranks #184 out of 370 orthopedic surgeons in Ohio.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Stephens perform?
Dr. Stephens's reported Medicare volume is focused on shoulder replacement, with 46 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
How experienced is Dr. Stephens with shoulder replacement surgery?
Dr. Stephens ranks #17 in Ohio for shoulder replacement with 46 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 370 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Stephens in Westerville?
Yes. There are 9 orthopedic surgeons in Westerville 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 Ohio surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Stephens represent?
The procedure counts shown are based on 2024 Medicare Part B fee-for-service claims data, published by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). Medicare fee-for-service is only one payer stream, and the share of national volume it represents differs by procedure. In 2024 the share was 29% to 37% for shoulder replacement, which puts Dr. Stephens's total volume across all insurers at roughly 120 to 160 procedures against the 46 verified here. Those shares are derived from published national volume projections rather than quoted from a single publication, and they are estimates with real uncertainty. The OrthoProcedures methodology page shows the full derivation, the sources, and the limits at orthoprocedures.com/data-methodology.html.
Has Dr. Stephens's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Stephens's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 12 procedures in 2017 to 46 in the most recent data, a 283% increase over 7 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 64 procedures in 2023.
Which hospitals is Dr. Stephens affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Stephens is affiliated with Mount Carmel New Albany Surgical Hospital, Grant Medical Center, Genesis Hospital, Knox Community Hospital, Fairfield Medical Center.
How does Dr. Stephens compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Westerville?
Among the 9 orthopedic surgeons in Westerville, Dr. Stephens ranks #6 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Westerville has 134 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Stephens practices?
Mount Carmel New Albany Surgical Hospital (hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Grant Medical Center (3 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Genesis Hospital (4 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison). These are hospital-level quality metrics from CMS Hospital Compare and do not reflect individual surgeon outcomes.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Westerville, Ohio
Dr. Stephens's 46 Medicare procedures are below the Westerville average of 85. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Westerville.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Bryan Chambers | 134 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Graham Pallante | 130 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Ryan Palmer | 98 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Mark Gittins | 82 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Mark Kolich | 79 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Benjamin Szerlip | 28 | Shoulder |
Patient Resources & Verification
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