Dr. Bradley Presnal, M.D.
Dr. Bradley Presnal is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Columbia, South Carolina. Dr. Presnal has performed 123 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#12 in South Carolina) and 49 hip replacements, for a combined total of 172 procedures.
In South Carolina, Dr. Presnal performs well above average in knee (123 vs 57 avg), near average in hip (49 vs 47 avg).
Dr. Presnal's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (123 cases) and hip replacements (49 cases).
Columbia is home to 11 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Columbia area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. Presnal's Medicare data spans 11 years, beginning in 2013. Volume peaked at 230 procedures in 2013 before settling at 172 in the most recent data. Changes in Medicare reporting, payer mix shifts, or practice focus adjustments can all influence year-to-year volume.
Among 6,720 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Presnal's 123 verified procedures is more than 2x the national average of 45.
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. Presnal Compares
Procedure volume compared to the South Carolina state average.
Contact & Location
Columbia, SC 29203
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Presnal's recorded volume peaked at 230 procedures in 2013 and stood at 172 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.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Presnal
How does Dr. Presnal's procedure volume compare to other South Carolina surgeons?
Dr. Presnal has performed 172 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is more than 2x the South Carolina average of 78 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Presnal ranks #17 out of 151 orthopedic surgeons in South Carolina.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Presnal perform?
Dr. Presnal's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (123 cases) and hip replacement (49 cases).
How experienced is Dr. Presnal with knee replacement surgery?
Dr. Presnal ranks #12 in South Carolina for knee replacement with 123 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 151 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Presnal in Columbia?
Yes. There are 11 orthopedic surgeons in 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. Presnal 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. Presnal's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 172 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Presnal's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Presnal's Medicare-recorded volume peaked at 230 procedures in 2013 and was 172 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.
Does Dr. Presnal perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Presnal's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (123 cases), hip replacement (49 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Presnal affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Presnal is affiliated with Prisma Health Baptist, Prisma Health Richland Hospital, Prisma Health Baptist Parkridge.
How does Dr. Presnal compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Columbia?
Among the 11 orthopedic surgeons in Columbia, Dr. Presnal ranks #2 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Presnal is among the highest-volume surgeons in Columbia.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Presnal practices?
Prisma Health Baptist (5 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Prisma Health Richland Hospital (3 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Prisma Health Baptist Parkridge (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 Columbia, South Carolina
Dr. Presnal's 172 Medicare procedures are above the Columbia average of 116. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Columbia.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Jeffrey Hopkins | 192 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Coleman Fowble | 119 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Slif Ulrich | 112 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. James O'leary | 101 | Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. David Koon | 70 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Douglas Schultz | 48 | Hip, Knee |
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