Dr. John McCrosson, M.D.
Contact & Location
843-789-1850
Mt Pleasant, SC 29466
Dr. McCrosson performs more knee replacement procedures than 99% of orthopedic surgeons in South Carolina, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #1 of 120 ranked knee surgeons in South Carolina.
About Dr. McCrosson
Practice. Dr. John McCrosson is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Mt Pleasant, South Carolina. The latest annual CMS data records 298 knee replacements and 153 hip replacements, 451 procedures in all. That is #1 in South Carolina for knee replacement.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2013 to 2024, 12 years. Volume rose from 278 procedures a year to 451, up 62%.
National context. Among 6,612 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 298 procedures is more than 6x the national average of 45. That is #11 nationally.
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 Trends (2013-Current)
| Year | Hip Replacement | Knee Replacement |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 82 | 196 |
| 2014 | 83 | 184 |
| 2015 | 106 | 214 |
| 2016 | 126 | 233 |
| 2017 | 116 | 240 |
| 2018 | 184 | 224 |
| 2019 | 127 | 231 |
| 2020 | 123 | 208 |
| 2021 | 154 | 223 |
| 2022 | 168 | 256 |
| 2023 | 174 | 297 |
| 2024 | 153 | 298 |
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. McCrosson Compares
Procedure volume compared to the South Carolina state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. McCrosson's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 12 years, increasing 62% from 278 procedures in 2013 to 451 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. McCrosson
How does Dr. McCrosson's procedure volume compare to other South Carolina surgeons?
Dr. McCrosson has performed 451 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is more than 5x the South Carolina average of 76 procedures per surgeon. Dr. McCrosson ranks #1 out of 158 orthopedic surgeons in South Carolina.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. McCrosson perform?
Dr. McCrosson's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (298 cases) and hip replacement (153 cases).
How experienced is Dr. McCrosson with knee replacement surgery?
Dr. McCrosson ranks #1 in South Carolina for knee replacement with 298 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 158 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. McCrosson 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. McCrosson 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. McCrosson's total volume across all insurers at roughly 1,530 to 1,910 procedures against the 451 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. McCrosson's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. McCrosson's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 278 procedures in 2013 to 451 in the most recent data, a 62% increase over 12 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 471 procedures in 2023.
Does Dr. McCrosson perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. McCrosson's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (298 cases), hip replacement (153 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. McCrosson affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. McCrosson is affiliated with Mount Pleasant Hospital, Roper Hospital, Musc Medical Center, Bon Secours-St Francis Xavier Hospital, Roper St Francis Hospital-Berkely Inc.
How does Dr. McCrosson compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Mt Pleasant?
Among the 5 orthopedic surgeons in Mt Pleasant, Dr. McCrosson ranks #1 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. McCrosson has the highest verified Medicare volume in the city.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. McCrosson 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); Musc 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 Mt Pleasant, South Carolina
Dr. McCrosson's 451 Medicare procedures are above the Mt Pleasant average of 161. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Mt Pleasant.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Harold Schutte | 185 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Brodie McKoy | 96 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Jeannie Buckner | 55 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. William Carroll | 20 | Knee |
Patient Resources & Verification
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