Dr. Hoyt Beard, MD

Orthopedic Surgery

Dr. Hoyt Beard is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in West Columbia, South Carolina. In 2023, Dr. Beard performed 91 Medicare-verified hip replacements (#6 in South Carolina) and 55 knee replacements (#47 in South Carolina), for a combined total of 146 procedures. This volume reflects significant experience in joint replacement surgery in South Carolina.

Verified Medicare Cases (2023)

Hip Replacement
91 verified cases
#6 in South Carolina
Knee Replacement
55 verified cases
#47 in South Carolina

Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-2024)

Questions to Ask Dr. Beard

This surgeon has high Medicare volume (146 verified cases). This indicates significant experience.

Recommended Script:

"Dr. Beard, since you handle such high volume, what is your specific infection rate compared to the national average? Do you have a dedicated team for post-op recovery?"

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Contact & Location

📞 Phone: 803-936-7230
146 E Hospital Dr Ste 140&350
West Columbia, SC 29169
NPI: 1366762585
Credentials: MD
✅ Active Medicare provider (NPI verified)
📅 16 years of practice experience
🎓 Licensed MD
🏥 Licensed surgical specialist
🦴 Board-certified orthopedic surgeon
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Important: Rankings are based solely on Medicare procedure volume and do not reflect quality of care, patient outcomes, or procedures covered by private insurance. This data represents approximately 33-37% of all joint replacement procedures nationwide (63% of Medicare fee-for-service). Always consult with healthcare providers to make informed decisions about your care.