Dr. Patrick Denton, M.D.
Contact & Location
843-777-7900
Florence, SC 29506
Florence, SC 29506
Dr. Denton performs more knee replacement procedures than 78% of orthopedic surgeons in South Carolina, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #26 of 120 ranked knee surgeons in South Carolina.
About Dr. Denton
Practice. Dr. Patrick Denton is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Florence, South Carolina. The latest annual CMS data records 84 knee replacements and 52 shoulder replacements, 136 procedures in all. That is #26 in South Carolina for knee replacement. A Medicare provider since 2005.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2013 to 2024, 12 years. Volume rose from 93 procedures a year to 136, up 46%.
National context. Among 6,612 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 84 procedures is above the national average of 45.
Local context. Florence 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 | Knee Replacement | Shoulder Replacement |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 61 | 32 |
| 2014 | 63 | 44 |
| 2015 | 72 | 47 |
| 2016 | 68 | 42 |
| 2017 | 82 | 50 |
| 2018 | 95 | 42 |
| 2019 | 120 | 54 |
| 2020 | 86 | 32 |
| 2021 | 94 | 36 |
| 2022 | 100 | 46 |
| 2023 | 107 | 70 |
| 2024 | 84 | 52 |
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, 29% to 37% for shoulder 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. Denton Compares
Procedure volume compared to the South Carolina state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Denton's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 12 years, increasing 46% from 93 procedures in 2013 to 136 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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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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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Denton
How does Dr. Denton's procedure volume compare to other South Carolina surgeons?
Dr. Denton has performed 136 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is significantly above the South Carolina average of 76 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Denton ranks #25 out of 158 orthopedic surgeons in South Carolina.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Denton perform?
Dr. Denton's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (84 cases) and shoulder replacement (52 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Denton in Florence?
Yes. There are 5 orthopedic surgeons in Florence 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. Denton 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, 29% to 37% for shoulder replacement, which puts Dr. Denton's total volume across all insurers at roughly 440 to 540 procedures against the 136 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. Denton's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Denton's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 93 procedures in 2013 to 136 in the most recent data, a 46% increase over 12 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 177 procedures in 2023.
Does Dr. Denton perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Denton's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (84 cases), shoulder replacement (52 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Denton affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Denton is affiliated with Mcleod Regional Medical Center-Pee Dee, Musc Health Marion Medical Center, Mcleod Health Clarendon, Mcleod Health Cheraw.
How does Dr. Denton compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Florence?
Among the 5 orthopedic surgeons in Florence, Dr. Denton ranks #2 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Denton is among the highest-volume surgeons in Florence.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Denton practices?
Mcleod Regional Medical Center-Pee Dee (3 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Musc Health Marion Medical Center (3 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Mcleod Health Clarendon (3 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison). These are hospital-level quality metrics from CMS Hospital Compare and do not reflect individual surgeon outcomes.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Florence, South Carolina
Dr. Denton's 136 Medicare procedures are above the Florence average of 95. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Florence.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Chad Thurman | 173 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Rodney Alan | 105 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Gregory Palutsis | 34 | Knee |
| Dr. Zachary Dipaolo | 27 | Shoulder |
Patient Resources & Verification
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