Dr. Mark Dean, MD
Dr. Mark Dean is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Beaufort, South Carolina. Dr. Dean has performed 105 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#21 in South Carolina) and 35 shoulder replacements, for a combined total of 140 procedures.
In South Carolina, Dr. Dean performs above average in knee (105 vs 57 avg), near average in shoulder (35 vs 30 avg).
Dr. Dean's practice is heavily focused on knee replacement surgery, which accounts for 75% of reported Medicare volume.
Beaufort is home to 5 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Beaufort area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Dean extend back to 2013, covering 11 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 60 to 140 in the most recent data, a 133% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,720 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Dean's 105 verified procedures is more than 2x 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. Dean Compares
Procedure volume compared to the South Carolina state average.
Contact & Location
Beaufort, SC 29902
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Dean's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 11 years, increasing 133% from 60 procedures in 2013 to 140 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. Dean
How does Dr. Dean's procedure volume compare to other South Carolina surgeons?
Dr. Dean has performed 140 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is significantly above the South Carolina average of 78 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Dean ranks #27 out of 151 orthopedic surgeons in South Carolina.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Dean perform?
Dr. Dean's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (105 cases) and shoulder replacement (35 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Dean in Beaufort?
Yes. There are 5 orthopedic surgeons in Beaufort 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. Dean 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. Dean's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 140 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Dean's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Dean's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 60 procedures in 2013 to 140 in the most recent data, a 133% increase over 11 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 153 procedures in 2022.
Does Dr. Dean perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Dean's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (105 cases), shoulder replacement (35 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Dean affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Dean is affiliated with Beaufort County Memorial Hospital, Colleton Medical Center.
How does Dr. Dean compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Beaufort?
Among the 5 orthopedic surgeons in Beaufort, Dr. Dean ranks #2 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Dean is among the highest-volume surgeons in Beaufort.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Dean practices?
Beaufort County Memorial Hospital (3 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Colleton Medical Center (2 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 Beaufort, South Carolina
Dr. Dean's 140 Medicare procedures are above the Beaufort average of 108. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Beaufort.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Daniel Delgaizo | 164 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Howell Jones | 97 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Douglas Scott | 75 | Shoulder |
| Dr. Edward Blocker | 62 | Hip, Knee |
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