Dr. Eugene Powell, M.D.
Contact & Location
803-329-3130
Rock Hill, SC 29732
Lancaster, SC 29720
Charlotte, NC 28210
Fort Mill, SC 29708
Dr. Powell performs more knee replacement procedures than 14% of orthopedic surgeons in South Carolina, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #103 of 120 ranked knee surgeons in South Carolina.
About Dr. Powell
Practice. Dr. Eugene Powell is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Rock Hill, South Carolina. The latest annual CMS data records 19 knee replacements. That is #103 in South Carolina for knee replacement. A Medicare provider since 2005.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2014 to 2024, 10 years. Volume rose from 14 procedures a year to 19, up 36%.
National context. Among 6,612 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 19 procedures is below the national average of 45. Medicare covers part of all joint replacements, so true volume is likely higher.
Local context. Rock Hill has 5 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare data. Comparing volume and procedure mix across them is one way to narrow a shortlist. Dr. Powell also holds hospital privileges in SC and NC, a practice that extends beyond South Carolina.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
| Year | Knee Replacement |
|---|---|
| 2013 | 0 |
| 2014 | 14 |
| 2015 | 0 |
| 2016 | 22 |
| 2017 | 20 |
| 2018 | 22 |
| 2019 | 19 |
| 2020 | 21 |
| 2021 | 16 |
| 2022 | 18 |
| 2023 | 13 |
| 2024 | 19 |
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 23% to 28% for knee 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. Powell Compares
Procedure volume compared to the South Carolina state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Powell's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 10 years, increasing 36% from 14 procedures in 2014 to 19 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.
Patient Resources: Preparing for Knee Replacement
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Knee Replacement Recovery Overview
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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 19 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The South Carolina average is 76 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Powell ranks #128 out of 158 orthopedic surgeons in South Carolina.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Powell perform?
Dr. Powell's reported Medicare volume is focused on knee replacement, with 19 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Powell in Rock Hill?
Yes. There are 5 orthopedic surgeons in Rock Hill 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 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 23% to 28% for knee replacement, which puts Dr. Powell's total volume across all insurers at roughly 70 to 80 procedures against the 19 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. Powell's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Powell's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 14 procedures in 2014 to 19 in the most recent data, a 36% increase over 10 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 22 procedures in 2016.
Which hospitals is Dr. Powell affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Powell is affiliated with Piedmont Medical Center, Atrium Health Pineville, Carolinas Medical Center/Behav Health. Dr. Powell maintains hospital privileges across state lines, indicating a practice that serves patients in multiple states.
How does Dr. Powell compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Rock Hill?
Among the 5 orthopedic surgeons in Rock Hill, Dr. Powell ranks #4 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Rock Hill has 104 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Powell practices?
Piedmont Medical Center (2 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Atrium Health Pineville (3 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Carolinas Medical Center/Behav Health (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 Rock Hill, South Carolina
Dr. Powell's 19 Medicare procedures are below the Rock Hill average of 53. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Rock Hill.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Kevin Weiss | 104 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Matthew Duffin | 90 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Matthew Schwartz | 35 | Shoulder |
| Dr. James Rentz | 16 | Knee |
Patient Resources & Verification
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