Dr. Jeannie Buckner, M.D.
Contact & Location
843-789-1850
Mt Pleasant, SC 29466
Dr. Buckner performs more knee replacement procedures than 48% of orthopedic surgeons in South Carolina, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #62 of 120 ranked knee surgeons in South Carolina.
About Dr. Buckner
Practice. Dr. Jeannie Buckner is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Mt Pleasant, South Carolina. The latest annual CMS data records 44 knee replacements and 11 hip replacements, 55 procedures in all. That is #62 in South Carolina for knee replacement.
Trend. Dr. Buckner first appears in the Medicare data in 2024. With 1 year on record, the trend is still short.
National context. Among 6,612 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 44 procedures is near the national average of 45.
Local context. Mt Pleasant has 5 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare data. Comparing volume and procedure mix across them is one way to narrow a shortlist.
Verified Case Volume
Verified Medicare data is available for 1 year: 55 procedures in the most recent reporting year. A multi-year trend chart is shown once at least 3 years of data are available.
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, 25% to 33% for hip 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. Buckner Compares
Procedure volume compared to the South Carolina state average.
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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Questions to Ask Your Surgeon Before Joint ReplacementA practical checklist of questions covering experience, technique, hospital choice, and recovery expectations to discuss during your surgical consultation.
Pain Management After Joint ReplacementA comprehensive guide to managing post-surgical pain through medication, physical therapy, cold therapy, and non-pharmacological strategies.
Outpatient Joint Replacement: A Medicare GuideHow outpatient joint replacement works under Medicare, including eligibility criteria, cost differences, and what to expect with same-day discharge.
Knee Replacement Recovery Overview
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Individual recovery varies based on overall health, age, and adherence to physical therapy. View full knee replacement recovery guide and product recommendations
Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Buckner
How does Dr. Buckner's procedure volume compare to other South Carolina surgeons?
Dr. Buckner has performed 55 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. Buckner ranks #75 out of 158 orthopedic surgeons in South Carolina.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Buckner perform?
Dr. Buckner's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (44 cases) and hip replacement (11 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Buckner in Mt Pleasant?
Yes. There are 5 orthopedic surgeons in Mt Pleasant 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. Buckner 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, 25% to 33% for hip replacement, which puts Dr. Buckner's total volume across all insurers at roughly 190 to 240 procedures against the 55 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.
Does Dr. Buckner perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Buckner's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (44 cases), hip replacement (11 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Buckner affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Buckner is affiliated with Mount Pleasant Hospital, Roper Hospital, Bon Secours-St Francis Xavier Hospital, Roper St Francis Hospital-Berkely Inc, Tidelands Health.
How does Dr. Buckner compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Mt Pleasant?
Among the 5 orthopedic surgeons in Mt Pleasant, Dr. Buckner ranks #4 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Mt Pleasant has 451 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Buckner practices?
Mount Pleasant Hospital (5 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Roper Hospital (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Bon Secours-St Francis Xavier Hospital (4 out of 5 CMS stars). These are hospital-level quality metrics from CMS Hospital Compare and do not reflect individual surgeon outcomes.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Mt Pleasant, South Carolina
Dr. Buckner's 55 Medicare procedures are below the Mt Pleasant average of 161. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Mt Pleasant.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. John McCrosson | 451 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Harold Schutte | 185 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Brodie McKoy | 96 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. William Carroll | 20 | Knee |
Patient Resources & Verification
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