Dr. Cary Sanders, M.D.
Contact & Location
541-391-8155
Roseburg, OR 97471
Dr. Sanders performs more knee replacement procedures than 77% of orthopedic surgeons in Oregon, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #18 of 80 ranked knee surgeons in Oregon.
About Dr. Sanders
Practice. Dr. Cary Sanders is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Roseburg, Oregon. The latest annual CMS data records 55 knee replacements and 24 hip replacements, 79 procedures in all. That is #18 in Oregon for knee replacement. A Medicare provider since 2006.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2013 to 2024, 12 years. Volume rose from 27 procedures a year to 79, up 193%.
National context. Among 6,612 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 55 procedures is above the national average of 45.
Local context. Roseburg has 3 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 | Hip Replacement | Knee Replacement |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 0 | 27 |
| 2014 | 11 | 22 |
| 2015 | 14 | 15 |
| 2016 | 24 | 32 |
| 2017 | 18 | 40 |
| 2018 | 11 | 38 |
| 2019 | 20 | 47 |
| 2020 | 0 | 40 |
| 2021 | 0 | 44 |
| 2022 | 0 | 40 |
| 2023 | 24 | 48 |
| 2024 | 24 | 55 |
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 23% to 28% for knee replacement, 25% to 33% for hip 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. Sanders Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Oregon state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Sanders's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 12 years, increasing 193% from 27 procedures in 2013 to 79 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 Knee Replacement
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Knee Replacement Recovery Overview
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Sanders
How does Dr. Sanders's procedure volume compare to other Oregon surgeons?
Dr. Sanders has performed 79 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Oregon average of 63 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Sanders ranks #27 out of 101 orthopedic surgeons in Oregon.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Sanders perform?
Dr. Sanders's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (55 cases) and hip replacement (24 cases).
How experienced is Dr. Sanders with knee replacement surgery?
Dr. Sanders ranks #18 in Oregon for knee replacement with 55 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 101 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Sanders in Roseburg?
Yes. There are 3 orthopedic surgeons in Roseburg 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 Oregon surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Sanders 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 23% to 28% for knee replacement, 25% to 33% for hip replacement, which puts Dr. Sanders's total volume across all insurers at roughly 270 to 340 procedures against the 79 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. Sanders's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Sanders's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 27 procedures in 2013 to 79 in the most recent data, a 193% increase over 12 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 79 procedures in 2024.
Does Dr. Sanders perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Sanders's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (55 cases), hip replacement (24 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Sanders affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Sanders is affiliated with Mercy Medical Center.
How does Dr. Sanders compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Roseburg?
Among the 3 orthopedic surgeons in Roseburg, Dr. Sanders ranks #1 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Sanders has the highest verified Medicare volume in the city.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Sanders practices?
Mercy Medical Center (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 Roseburg, Oregon
Dr. Sanders's 79 Medicare procedures are above the Roseburg average of 51. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Roseburg.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Michael Krnacik | 38 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Susan Williams | 36 | Hip, Knee |
Patient Resources & Verification
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