Dr. Douglas Schultz, M.D.
Dr. Douglas Schultz is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Columbia, South Carolina. Dr. Schultz has performed 29 Medicare-verified hip replacements (#49 in South Carolina) and 19 knee replacements, for a combined total of 48 procedures.
In South Carolina, Dr. Schultz performs below average in hip (29 vs 47 avg), below average in knee (19 vs 57 avg).
Dr. Schultz's reported Medicare volume is split between hip replacements (29 cases) and knee replacements (19 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. Schultz first appears in the Medicare dataset in 2022. With 2 years of recorded data, the longitudinal trend is still developing.
Among 4,526 hip replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Schultz's 29 verified procedures is near the national average of 36.
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. Schultz Compares
Procedure volume compared to the South Carolina state average.
Contact & Location
Columbia, SC 29201
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Schultz has 2 years of Medicare procedure data beginning in 2022. 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. Schultz
How does Dr. Schultz's procedure volume compare to other South Carolina surgeons?
Dr. Schultz has performed 48 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. Schultz ranks #79 out of 151 orthopedic surgeons in South Carolina.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Schultz perform?
Dr. Schultz's Medicare data shows procedures in hip replacement (29 cases) and knee replacement (19 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Schultz 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. Schultz 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. Schultz's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 48 procedures shown here.
Does Dr. Schultz perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Schultz's Medicare data shows procedures in hip replacement (29 cases), knee replacement (19 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Schultz affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Schultz is affiliated with Musc Health Columbia Medical Center Downtown, Kershaw Medical Center, Mcleod Health Clarendon, Lexington Medical Center, Musc Medical Center.
How does Dr. Schultz compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Columbia?
Among the 11 orthopedic surgeons in Columbia, Dr. Schultz ranks #7 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Columbia has 192 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Schultz practices?
Musc Health Columbia Medical Center Downtown (3 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Kershaw Medical Center (3 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Mcleod Health Clarendon (3 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. Schultz's 48 Medicare procedures are below 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. Bradley Presnal | 172 | 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 |
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