Dr. Patrick Denton is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Florence, South Carolina. Dr. Denton has performed 107 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#19 in South Carolina) and 70 shoulder replacements, for a combined total of 177 procedures.
With 177 total procedures, Dr. Denton ranks in the top 9% of orthopedic surgeons in South Carolina, where the average surgeon performs 78 Medicare-verified procedures per year. That is more than 2x the statewide average.
Dr. Denton's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (107 cases) and shoulder replacements (70 cases).
Florence is home to 5 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Florence area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
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.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Denton
How does Dr. Denton's procedure volume compare to other South Carolina surgeons?
Dr. Denton has performed 177 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is more than 2x the South Carolina average of 78 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Denton ranks #15 out of 151 orthopedic surgeons in South Carolina.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Denton perform?
Dr. Denton's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (107 cases) and shoulder replacement (70 cases).
How experienced is Dr. Denton with knee replacement surgery?
Dr. Denton ranks #19 in South Carolina for knee replacement with 107 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 151 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
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 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. Denton's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 177 procedures shown here.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Florence, South Carolina
Compare Dr. Denton's volume with other surgeons practicing in Florence.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Chad Thurman | 177 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Rodney Alan | 104 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Gregory Palutsis | 34 | Knee |
| Dr. Zachary Dipaolo | 22 | Shoulder |
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