Dr. Douglas Scott, M.D.
Contact & Location
843-525-0045
Beaufort, SC 29902
Hardeeville, SC 29927
Dr. Scott performs more shoulder replacement procedures than 98% of orthopedic surgeons in South Carolina, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #1 of 53 ranked shoulder surgeons in South Carolina.
About Dr. Scott
Practice. Dr. Douglas Scott is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Beaufort, South Carolina. The latest annual CMS data records 107 shoulder replacements. That is #1 in South Carolina for shoulder replacement. A Medicare provider since 2009.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2014 to 2024, 11 years. Volume rose from 16 procedures a year to 107, up 569%.
National context. Among 2,217 shoulder replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 107 procedures is more than 3x the national average of 29. That is #28 nationally.
Local context. Beaufort has 6 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare data. Comparing volume and procedure mix across them is one way to narrow a shortlist. Dr. Scott also holds hospital privileges in SC and GA, a practice that extends beyond South Carolina.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
| Year | Shoulder Replacement |
|---|---|
| 2013 | 0 |
| 2014 | 16 |
| 2015 | 16 |
| 2016 | 28 |
| 2017 | 39 |
| 2018 | 40 |
| 2019 | 46 |
| 2020 | 64 |
| 2021 | 40 |
| 2022 | 53 |
| 2023 | 75 |
| 2024 | 107 |
Verified Medicare Cases
How is this estimated?
Medicare Part B fee-for-service claims are one payer stream among several, and the share they represent differs by procedure. In 2024 it was 29% to 37% for shoulder replacement. Each verified count above is divided by its own procedure's range, and the results are added, to estimate total practice volume across all payers. The verified Medicare count is the definitive, audited figure; this is a range derived from published national volume projections, not a measurement, and an individual practice can sit well outside it: how these ranges are derived, and their sources.
How Dr. Scott Compares
Procedure volume compared to the South Carolina state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Scott's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 11 years, increasing 569% from 16 procedures in 2014 to 107 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. Scott
How does Dr. Scott's procedure volume compare to other South Carolina surgeons?
Dr. Scott has performed 107 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the South Carolina average of 76 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Scott ranks #36 out of 158 orthopedic surgeons in South Carolina.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Scott perform?
Dr. Scott's reported Medicare volume is focused on shoulder replacement, with 107 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
How experienced is Dr. Scott with shoulder replacement surgery?
Dr. Scott ranks #1 in South Carolina for shoulder replacement with 107 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 158 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Scott in Beaufort?
Yes. There are 6 orthopedic surgeons in Beaufort 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. Scott represent?
The procedure counts shown are based on 2024 Medicare Part B fee-for-service claims data, published by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). Medicare fee-for-service is only one payer stream, and the share of national volume it represents differs by procedure. In 2024 the share was 29% to 37% for shoulder replacement, which puts Dr. Scott's total volume across all insurers at roughly 290 to 370 procedures against the 107 verified here. Those shares are derived from published national volume projections rather than quoted from a single publication, and they are estimates with real uncertainty. The OrthoProcedures methodology page shows the full derivation, the sources, and the limits at orthoprocedures.com/data-methodology.html.
Has Dr. Scott's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Scott's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 16 procedures in 2014 to 107 in the most recent data, a 569% increase over 11 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 107 procedures in 2024.
Which hospitals is Dr. Scott affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Scott is affiliated with Beaufort County Memorial Hospital, Hilton Head Regional Medical Center, South Carolina Coastal Medical Center Llc, Candler Hospital. Dr. Scott maintains hospital privileges across state lines, indicating a practice that serves patients in multiple states.
How does Dr. Scott compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Beaufort?
Among the 6 orthopedic surgeons in Beaufort, Dr. Scott ranks #3 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Scott is among the highest-volume surgeons in Beaufort.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Scott practices?
Beaufort County Memorial Hospital (3 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Hilton Head Regional Medical Center (3 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); South Carolina Coastal Medical Center Llc (4 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 Beaufort, South Carolina
Dr. Scott's 107 Medicare procedures are above the Beaufort average of 94. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Beaufort.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Daniel Delgaizo | 176 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Mark Dean | 129 | Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Howell Jones | 74 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Edward Blocker | 59 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Patrick Pallitto | 20 | Knee |
Patient Resources & Verification
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