Dr. Douglas Powell, MD
Dr. Douglas Powell is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Greenwood, South Carolina. Dr. Powell has performed 20 Medicare-verified hip replacements (#58 in South Carolina) and 17 knee replacements, for a combined total of 37 procedures.
In South Carolina, Dr. Powell performs below average in hip (20 vs 47 avg), below average in knee (17 vs 57 avg).
Dr. Powell's reported Medicare volume is split between hip replacements (20 cases) and knee replacements (17 cases).
Greenwood is home to 5 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Greenwood area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Powell extend back to 2014, covering 8 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 13 to 37 in the most recent data, a 185% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Dr. Powell's 20 hip replacement procedures is below the national average of 36 among 4,526 surgeons. Medicare data captures roughly a third of all joint replacements, so actual volume is likely higher.
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. Powell Compares
Procedure volume compared to the South Carolina state average.
Contact & Location
Greenwood, SC 29646
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Powell's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 8 years, increasing 185% from 13 procedures in 2014 to 37 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. Powell
How does Dr. Powell's procedure volume compare to other South Carolina surgeons?
Dr. Powell has performed 37 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The South Carolina average is 78 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Powell ranks #91 out of 151 orthopedic surgeons in South Carolina.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Powell perform?
Dr. Powell's Medicare data shows procedures in hip replacement (20 cases) and knee replacement (17 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Powell in Greenwood?
Yes. There are 5 orthopedic surgeons in Greenwood 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. Powell 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. Powell's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 37 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Powell's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Powell's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 13 procedures in 2014 to 37 in the most recent data, a 185% increase over 8 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 37 procedures in 2023.
Does Dr. Powell perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Powell's Medicare data shows procedures in hip replacement (20 cases), knee replacement (17 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Powell affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Powell is affiliated with Self Regional Healthcare.
How does Dr. Powell compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Greenwood?
Among the 5 orthopedic surgeons in Greenwood, Dr. Powell ranks #3 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Powell is among the highest-volume surgeons in Greenwood.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Powell practices?
Self Regional Healthcare (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.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Greenwood, South Carolina
Dr. Powell's 37 Medicare procedures are below the Greenwood average of 43. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Greenwood.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Richard Christian | 85 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Anthony Timms | 47 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. John Cathcart | 24 | Shoulder |
| Dr. Lee Patterson | 22 | Knee |
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