Dr. Allen Barnes, MD
Contact & Location
West Columbia, SC 29169
Dr. Allen Barnes is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in West Columbia, South Carolina. Dr. Barnes has performed 11 Medicare-verified knee replacements, ranking #120 in South Carolina.
In South Carolina, Dr. Barnes performs below average in knee (11 vs 58 avg).
Dr. Barnes's Medicare data shows a focused knee replacement practice with 11 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.
West Columbia is home to 8 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the West Columbia area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. Barnes first appears in the Medicare dataset in 2024. With 1 year of recorded data, the longitudinal trend is still developing.
Dr. Barnes's 11 knee replacement procedures is below the national average of 45 among 6,599 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. Barnes Compares
Procedure volume compared to the South 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 Knee Replacement
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Knee Replacement Recovery Overview
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Barnes
How does Dr. Barnes's procedure volume compare to other South Carolina surgeons?
Dr. Barnes has performed 11 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The South Carolina average is 76 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Barnes ranks #158 out of 158 orthopedic surgeons in South Carolina.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Barnes perform?
Dr. Barnes's reported Medicare volume is focused on knee replacement, with 11 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Barnes in West Columbia?
Yes. There are 8 orthopedic surgeons in West Columbia 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 South Carolina surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Barnes 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. Barnes's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 11 procedures shown here.
Which hospitals is Dr. Barnes affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Barnes is affiliated with Lexington Medical Center.
How does Dr. Barnes compare to other orthopedic surgeons in West Columbia?
Among the 8 orthopedic surgeons in West Columbia, Dr. Barnes ranks #8 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in West Columbia has 186 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Barnes practices?
Lexington 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 West Columbia, South Carolina
Dr. Barnes's 11 Medicare procedures are below the West Columbia average of 86. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in West Columbia.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. David Lee | 186 | Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Hoyt Beard | 130 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Andrew Piasecki | 97 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Gautham Gondi | 81 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. David Kingery | 50 | Knee |
| Dr. Justin Knight | 44 | Shoulder |
Patient Resources & Verification
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