Dr. Corey Hamilton, MD
Contact & Location
Columbia, SC 29203
Dr. Corey Hamilton is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Columbia, South Carolina. Dr. Hamilton has performed 45 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#60 in South Carolina) and 38 hip replacements, for a combined total of 83 procedures.
In South Carolina, Dr. Hamilton performs below average in knee (45 vs 58 avg), near average in hip (38 vs 45 avg).
Dr. Hamilton's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (45 cases) and hip replacements (38 cases).
Columbia is home to 14 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. Hamilton first appears in the Medicare dataset in 2024. With 1 year of recorded data, the longitudinal trend is still developing.
Among 6,599 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Hamilton's 45 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. Hamilton 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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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Hamilton
How does Dr. Hamilton's procedure volume compare to other South Carolina surgeons?
Dr. Hamilton has performed 83 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the South Carolina average of 76 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Hamilton ranks #54 out of 158 orthopedic surgeons in South Carolina.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Hamilton perform?
Dr. Hamilton's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (45 cases) and hip replacement (38 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Hamilton in Columbia?
Yes. There are 14 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. Hamilton 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. Hamilton's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 83 procedures shown here.
Does Dr. Hamilton perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Hamilton's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (45 cases), hip replacement (38 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Hamilton affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Hamilton is affiliated with Prisma Health Baptist, Prisma Health Richland Hospital, Prisma Health Midlands, Prisma Health Baptist Parkridge.
How does Dr. Hamilton compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Columbia?
Among the 14 orthopedic surgeons in Columbia, Dr. Hamilton ranks #6 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Columbia has 205 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Hamilton 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 Midlands (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 Columbia, South Carolina
Dr. Hamilton's 83 Medicare procedures are below the Columbia average of 120. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Columbia.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Jeffrey Hopkins | 205 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Bradley Presnal | 175 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Slif Ulrich | 117 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Coleman Fowble | 100 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. James O'leary | 97 | Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Douglas Schultz | 66 | Hip, Knee |
Patient Resources & Verification
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