Dr. Carl Painter, MD
Contact & Location
Bartlesville, OK 74006
Dr. Carl Painter is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Bartlesville, Oklahoma. Dr. Painter has performed 25 Medicare-verified shoulder replacements, ranking #12 in Oklahoma.
In Oklahoma, Dr. Painter performs near average in shoulder (25 vs 25 avg).
Dr. Painter's Medicare data shows a focused shoulder replacement practice with 25 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.
Bartlesville is home to 2 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Bartlesville area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs. Dr. Painter also maintains hospital privileges in KS and MO, indicating a regional practice that extends beyond Oklahoma.
Dr. Painter's Medicare data spans 11 years, beginning in 2013. Volume peaked at 64 procedures in 2018 before settling at 25 in the most recent data. Changes in Medicare reporting, payer mix shifts, or practice focus adjustments can all influence year-to-year volume.
Among 2,213 shoulder replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Painter's 25 verified procedures is near the national average of 29.
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. Painter Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Oklahoma state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Painter's recorded volume peaked at 64 procedures in 2018 and stood at 25 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.
Patient Resources: Preparing for Shoulder Replacement
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Shoulder Replacement Recovery Overview
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Painter
How does Dr. Painter's procedure volume compare to other Oklahoma surgeons?
Dr. Painter has performed 25 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The Oklahoma average is 65 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Painter ranks #81 out of 119 orthopedic surgeons in Oklahoma.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Painter perform?
Dr. Painter's reported Medicare volume is focused on shoulder replacement, with 25 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
How experienced is Dr. Painter with shoulder replacement surgery?
Dr. Painter ranks #12 in Oklahoma for shoulder replacement with 25 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 119 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Painter in Bartlesville?
Yes. There are 2 orthopedic surgeons in Bartlesville 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 Oklahoma surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Painter 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. Painter's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 25 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Painter's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Painter's Medicare-recorded volume peaked at 64 procedures in 2018 and was 25 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.
Which hospitals is Dr. Painter affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Painter is affiliated with Mercy Specialty Hospital Southeast Kansas, Mercy Hospital Joplin, Mercy Hospital Carthage, Mercy Hospital Columbus. Dr. Painter maintains hospital privileges across state lines, indicating a practice that serves patients in multiple states.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Painter practices?
Mercy Specialty Hospital Southeast Kansas (hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Mercy Hospital Joplin (1 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Mercy Hospital Carthage (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 Bartlesville, Oklahoma
Dr. Painter's 25 Medicare procedures are above the Bartlesville average of 19. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Bartlesville.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Scott Cochran | 12 | Knee |
Patient Resources & Verification
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