Dr. Richard Stanley, D.O.
Contact & Location
Corvallis, OR 97330
Dr. Richard Stanley is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Corvallis, Oregon. A Medicare provider since 2007, Dr. Stanley has completed 42 knee replacements (#28 in Oregon), 22 shoulder replacements, and 20 hip replacements, totaling 84 Medicare-verified procedures.
In Oregon, Dr. Stanley performs near average in knee (42 vs 42 avg), below average in shoulder (22 vs 31 avg), below average in hip (20 vs 37 avg).
Dr. Stanley performs all three major joint replacement procedures — hip, knee, and shoulder — indicating a broad scope of orthopedic practice. The largest share is knee replacements (42 cases), followed by shoulder replacements (22) and hip replacements (20).
Corvallis is home to 4 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Corvallis area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Stanley extend back to 2015, covering 10 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 20 to 84 in the most recent data, a 320% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,599 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Stanley's 42 verified procedures is near the national average of 45.
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. Stanley Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Oregon state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Stanley's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 10 years, increasing 320% from 20 procedures in 2015 to 84 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.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Stanley
How does Dr. Stanley's procedure volume compare to other Oregon surgeons?
Dr. Stanley has performed 84 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Oregon average of 63 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Stanley ranks #24 out of 101 orthopedic surgeons in Oregon.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Stanley perform?
Dr. Stanley performs all three major joint replacement procedures: knee replacement (42 cases), shoulder replacement (22 cases), hip replacement (20 cases). This breadth indicates a comprehensive orthopedic joint replacement practice.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Stanley in Corvallis?
Yes. There are 4 orthopedic surgeons in Corvallis 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. Stanley 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. Stanley's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 84 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Stanley's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Stanley's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 20 procedures in 2015 to 84 in the most recent data, a 320% increase over 10 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 84 procedures in 2024.
Does Dr. Stanley perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Stanley's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (42 cases), shoulder replacement (22 cases), hip replacement (20 cases). Performing all three major joint replacements places Dr. Stanley among the 5% of orthopedic surgeons nationally who cover hip, knee, and shoulder arthroplasty.
Which hospitals is Dr. Stanley affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Stanley is affiliated with Good Samaritan Regional Medical Center, Samaritan Pacific Community Hospital, Samaritan Lebanon Community Hospital, Samaritan Albany General Hospital.
How does Dr. Stanley compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Corvallis?
Among the 4 orthopedic surgeons in Corvallis, Dr. Stanley ranks #1 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Stanley has the highest verified Medicare volume in the city.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Stanley practices?
Good Samaritan Regional Medical Center (3 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Samaritan Pacific Community Hospital (2 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Samaritan Lebanon Community Hospital (1 out of 5 CMS stars). These are hospital-level quality metrics from CMS Hospital Compare and do not reflect individual surgeon outcomes.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Corvallis, Oregon
Dr. Stanley's 84 Medicare procedures are above the Corvallis average of 39. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Corvallis.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Nicholas Tedesco | 33 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Cay Mierisch | 23 | Shoulder |
| Dr. Jonathan Evans | 17 | Knee |
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