Dr. Donovan Johnson, MD
Contact & Location
Conway, SC 29526
Dr. Donovan Johnson is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Conway, South Carolina. A Medicare provider since 2015, Dr. Johnson has performed 34 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#76 in South Carolina) and 12 shoulder replacements, for a combined total of 46 procedures.
In South Carolina, Dr. Johnson performs below average in knee (34 vs 58 avg), below average in shoulder (12 vs 29 avg).
Dr. Johnson's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (34 cases) and shoulder replacements (12 cases).
Conway is home to 4 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Conway area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. Johnson first appears in the Medicare dataset in 2023. With 2 years of recorded data, the longitudinal trend is still developing.
Dr. Johnson's 34 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. Johnson Compares
Procedure volume compared to the South Carolina state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Johnson has 2 years of Medicare procedure data beginning in 2023. Additional years of data will provide a clearer picture of volume trends.
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. Johnson
How does Dr. Johnson's procedure volume compare to other South Carolina surgeons?
Dr. Johnson has performed 46 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. Johnson ranks #85 out of 158 orthopedic surgeons in South Carolina.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Johnson perform?
Dr. Johnson's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (34 cases) and shoulder replacement (12 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Johnson in Conway?
Yes. There are 4 orthopedic surgeons in Conway 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. Johnson 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. Johnson's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 46 procedures shown here.
Does Dr. Johnson perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Johnson's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (34 cases), shoulder replacement (12 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Johnson affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Johnson is affiliated with Conway Medical Center, Mcleod Loris Hospital.
How does Dr. Johnson compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Conway?
Among the 4 orthopedic surgeons in Conway, Dr. Johnson ranks #4 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Conway has 257 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Johnson practices?
Conway Medical Center (2 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Mcleod Loris Hospital (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 Conway, South Carolina
Dr. Johnson's 46 Medicare procedures are below the Conway average of 131. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Conway.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Peter Ramsey | 257 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Tyler Noble | 145 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Todd Tupis | 75 | Knee, Shoulder |
Patient Resources & Verification
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