Dr. Ardalan Sayan
Contact & Location
843-487-1588
Dillon, SC 29536
About Dr. Sayan
Dr. Ardalan Sayan is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Dillon, South Carolina. A Medicare provider since 2015, Dr. Sayan performed 81 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#28 in South Carolina) and 42 hip replacements in the latest annual CMS data, for a combined total of 123 procedures.
In South Carolina, Dr. Sayan performs above the state average in knee (81 vs 58), near the state average in hip (42 vs 45).
Dr. Sayan's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (81 cases) and hip replacements (42 cases).
Beyond general orthopedic surgery, Dr. Sayan holds additional credentials in Adult Reconstructive Orthopaedic Surgery, reflecting subspecialty training that may benefit patients with complex joint conditions.
Dr. Sayan is the only orthopedic surgeon in Dillon represented in the current Medicare dataset, serving as the primary local option for patients considering joint replacement surgery in the area.
Medicare records for Dr. Sayan extend back to 2020, covering 5 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 28 to 123 in the most recent data, a 339% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,599 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Sayan's 81 verified procedures is above the national average of 45.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
| Year | Hip Replacement | Knee Replacement |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 0 | 0 |
| 2014 | 0 | 0 |
| 2015 | 0 | 0 |
| 2016 | 0 | 0 |
| 2017 | 0 | 0 |
| 2018 | 0 | 0 |
| 2019 | 0 | 0 |
| 2020 | 11 | 17 |
| 2021 | 33 | 24 |
| 2022 | 22 | 52 |
| 2023 | 26 | 81 |
| 2024 | 42 | 81 |
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. Sayan Compares
Procedure volume compared to the South Carolina state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Sayan's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 5 years, increasing 339% from 28 procedures in 2020 to 123 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. Sayan
How does Dr. Sayan's procedure volume compare to other South Carolina surgeons?
Dr. Sayan has performed 123 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is significantly above the South Carolina average of 76 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Sayan ranks #30 out of 158 orthopedic surgeons in South Carolina.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Sayan perform?
Dr. Sayan's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (81 cases) and hip replacement (42 cases).
Where is Dr. Sayan's practice located?
Dr. Sayan practices in Dillon, South Carolina. The office is located at 705 N 8th Ave Ste 1b, Dillon, SC 29536. Patients in the surrounding area can consult Dr. Sayan for joint replacement evaluation.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Sayan 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. Sayan's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 123 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Sayan's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Sayan's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 28 procedures in 2020 to 123 in the most recent data, a 339% increase over 5 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 123 procedures in 2024.
Does Dr. Sayan perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Sayan's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (81 cases), hip replacement (42 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Sayan affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Sayan is affiliated with Mcleod Medical Center - Dillon, Mcleod Regional Medical Center-Pee Dee.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Sayan practices?
Mcleod Medical Center - Dillon (3 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Mcleod Regional Medical Center-Pee Dee (3 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.
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