Dr. Dustin Hambright, MD
Dr. Dustin Hambright is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in N Charleston, South Carolina. Dr. Hambright has performed 75 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#32 in South Carolina) and 51 hip replacements, for a combined total of 126 procedures.
In South Carolina, Dr. Hambright performs above average in knee (75 vs 57 avg), near average in hip (51 vs 47 avg).
Dr. Hambright's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (75 cases) and hip replacements (51 cases).
N Charleston is home to 4 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the N Charleston area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Hambright extend back to 2016, covering 8 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 26 to 126 in the most recent data, a 385% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,720 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Hambright's 75 verified procedures is above the national average of 45.
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. Hambright Compares
Procedure volume compared to the South Carolina state average.
Contact & Location
N Charleston, SC 29406
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Hambright's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 8 years, increasing 385% from 26 procedures in 2016 to 126 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. Hambright
How does Dr. Hambright's procedure volume compare to other South Carolina surgeons?
Dr. Hambright has performed 126 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is significantly above the South Carolina average of 78 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Hambright ranks #29 out of 151 orthopedic surgeons in South Carolina.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Hambright perform?
Dr. Hambright's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (75 cases) and hip replacement (51 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Hambright in N Charleston?
Yes. There are 4 orthopedic surgeons in N Charleston 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. Hambright 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. Hambright's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 126 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Hambright's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Hambright's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 26 procedures in 2016 to 126 in the most recent data, a 385% increase over 8 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 126 procedures in 2023.
Does Dr. Hambright perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Hambright's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (75 cases), hip replacement (51 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Hambright affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Hambright is affiliated with East Cooper Medical Center, Tidelands Health, Trident Medical Center.
How does Dr. Hambright compare to other orthopedic surgeons in N Charleston?
Among the 4 orthopedic surgeons in N Charleston, Dr. Hambright ranks #2 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Hambright is among the highest-volume surgeons in N Charleston.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Hambright practices?
East Cooper Medical Center (5 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Tidelands Health (2 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Trident Medical Center (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 N Charleston, South Carolina
Dr. Hambright's 126 Medicare procedures are above the N Charleston average of 88. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in N Charleston.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Gary Windler | 130 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. James Dalton | 66 | Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Seth Kupferman | 30 | Knee |
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