Dr. Drew Ratner, M.D.
Dr. Drew Ratner is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Easley, South Carolina. Dr. Ratner has performed 12 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#120 in South Carolina) and 12 hip replacements, for a combined total of 24 procedures.
In South Carolina, Dr. Ratner performs below average in knee (12 vs 57 avg), below average in hip (12 vs 47 avg).
Dr. Ratner's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (12 cases) and hip replacements (12 cases).
Easley is home to 2 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Easley area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. Ratner first appears in the Medicare dataset in 2022. With 2 years of recorded data, the longitudinal trend is still developing.
Dr. Ratner's 12 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. Ratner Compares
Procedure volume compared to the South Carolina state average.
Contact & Location
Easley, SC 29640
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Ratner 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. Ratner
How does Dr. Ratner's procedure volume compare to other South Carolina surgeons?
Dr. Ratner has performed 24 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. Ratner ranks #115 out of 151 orthopedic surgeons in South Carolina.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Ratner perform?
Dr. Ratner's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (12 cases) and hip replacement (12 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Ratner in Easley?
Yes. There are 2 orthopedic surgeons in Easley 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. Ratner 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. Ratner's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 24 procedures shown here.
Does Dr. Ratner perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Ratner's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (12 cases), hip replacement (12 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Ratner affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Ratner is affiliated with Prisma Health Baptist Easley Hospital, Pelham Medical Center, Prisma Health Greenville Memorial Hospital.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Ratner practices?
Prisma Health Baptist Easley Hospital (2 out of 5 CMS stars); Pelham Medical Center (5 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Prisma Health Greenville Memorial Hospital (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 Easley, South Carolina
Dr. Ratner's 24 Medicare procedures are above the Easley average of 18. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Easley.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Patrick Jones | 12 | Shoulder |
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