Dr. Brodie McKoy, M.D.
Contact & Location
Mt Pleasant, SC 29464
Dr. Brodie McKoy is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Mt Pleasant, South Carolina. A Medicare provider since 2006, Dr. McKoy has completed 42 knee replacements (#66 in South Carolina), 41 hip replacements, and 13 shoulder replacements, totaling 96 Medicare-verified procedures.
In South Carolina, Dr. McKoy performs below average in knee (42 vs 58 avg), near average in hip (41 vs 45 avg), below average in shoulder (13 vs 29 avg).
Dr. McKoy 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 hip replacements (41) and shoulder replacements (13).
Mt Pleasant is home to 5 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Mt Pleasant area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. McKoy extend back to 2014, covering 11 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 14 to 96 in the most recent data, a 586% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,599 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. McKoy'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. McKoy Compares
Procedure volume compared to the South Carolina state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. McKoy's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 11 years, increasing 586% from 14 procedures in 2014 to 96 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. McKoy
How does Dr. McKoy's procedure volume compare to other South Carolina surgeons?
Dr. McKoy has performed 96 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the South Carolina average of 76 procedures per surgeon. Dr. McKoy ranks #47 out of 158 orthopedic surgeons in South Carolina.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. McKoy perform?
Dr. McKoy performs all three major joint replacement procedures: knee replacement (42 cases), hip replacement (41 cases), shoulder replacement (13 cases). This breadth indicates a comprehensive orthopedic joint replacement practice.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. McKoy in Mt Pleasant?
Yes. There are 5 orthopedic surgeons in Mt Pleasant 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. McKoy 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. McKoy's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 96 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. McKoy's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. McKoy's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 14 procedures in 2014 to 96 in the most recent data, a 586% increase over 11 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 104 procedures in 2023.
Does Dr. McKoy perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. McKoy's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (42 cases), hip replacement (41 cases), shoulder replacement (13 cases). Performing all three major joint replacements places Dr. McKoy among the 5% of orthopedic surgeons nationally who cover hip, knee, and shoulder arthroplasty.
Which hospitals is Dr. McKoy affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. McKoy is affiliated with East Cooper Medical Center, Tidelands Health.
How does Dr. McKoy compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Mt Pleasant?
Among the 5 orthopedic surgeons in Mt Pleasant, Dr. McKoy ranks #3 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. McKoy is among the highest-volume surgeons in Mt Pleasant.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. McKoy practices?
East Cooper Medical Center (5 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Tidelands Health (2 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 Mt Pleasant, South Carolina
Dr. McKoy's 96 Medicare procedures are below the Mt Pleasant average of 161. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Mt Pleasant.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. John McCrosson | 451 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Harold Schutte | 185 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Jeannie Buckner | 55 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. William Carroll | 20 | Knee |
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