Dr. Rodney Alan, M.D.
Contact & Location
843-777-7900
Florence, SC 29506
Dr. Alan performs more knee replacement procedures than 72% of orthopedic surgeons in South Carolina, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #33 of 120 ranked knee surgeons in South Carolina.
About Dr. Alan
Practice. Dr. Rodney Alan is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Florence, South Carolina. The latest annual CMS data records 66 knee replacements, 26 hip replacements, and 13 shoulder replacements, 105 procedures in all. That is #33 in South Carolina for knee replacement.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2013 to 2024, 12 years. Volume rose from 33 procedures a year to 105, up 218%.
National context. Among 6,612 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 66 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 | Hip Replacement | Knee Replacement | Shoulder Replacement |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 0 | 33 | 0 |
| 2014 | 0 | 17 | 0 |
| 2015 | 18 | 33 | 0 |
| 2016 | 17 | 26 | 0 |
| 2017 | 17 | 33 | 0 |
| 2018 | 30 | 43 | 0 |
| 2019 | 46 | 72 | 0 |
| 2020 | 37 | 48 | 0 |
| 2021 | 45 | 82 | 0 |
| 2022 | 40 | 71 | 0 |
| 2023 | 29 | 75 | 0 |
| 2024 | 26 | 66 | 13 |
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, 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. Alan Compares
Procedure volume compared to the South Carolina state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Alan's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 12 years, increasing 218% from 33 procedures in 2013 to 105 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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Medicare Coverage for Joint ReplacementWhat Medicare Part A and Part B cover for joint replacement surgery, including hospital stays, surgeon fees, anesthesia, and physical therapy.
Knee Replacement Recovery Overview
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Alan
How does Dr. Alan's procedure volume compare to other South Carolina surgeons?
Dr. Alan has performed 105 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the South Carolina average of 76 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Alan ranks #37 out of 158 orthopedic surgeons in South Carolina.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Alan perform?
Dr. Alan performs all three major joint replacement procedures: knee replacement (66 cases), hip replacement (26 cases), shoulder replacement (13 cases). This breadth indicates a comprehensive orthopedic joint replacement practice.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Alan 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. Alan 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, 29% to 37% for shoulder replacement, which puts Dr. Alan's total volume across all insurers at roughly 350 to 440 procedures against the 105 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. Alan's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Alan's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 33 procedures in 2013 to 105 in the most recent data, a 218% increase over 12 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 127 procedures in 2021.
Does Dr. Alan perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Alan's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (66 cases), hip replacement (26 cases), shoulder replacement (13 cases). Performing all three major joint replacements places Dr. Alan among the 5% of orthopedic surgeons nationally who cover hip, knee, and shoulder arthroplasty.
Which hospitals is Dr. Alan affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Alan is affiliated with Mcleod Health Clarendon, Mcleod Regional Medical Center-Pee Dee, Musc Health Florence Medical Center, Prisma Health Midlands.
How does Dr. Alan compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Florence?
Among the 5 orthopedic surgeons in Florence, Dr. Alan ranks #3 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Alan is among the highest-volume surgeons in Florence.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Alan practices?
Mcleod Health Clarendon (3 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Mcleod Regional Medical Center-Pee Dee (3 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Musc Health Florence Medical Center (2 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. Alan's 105 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. Patrick Denton | 136 | Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Gregory Palutsis | 34 | Knee |
| Dr. Zachary Dipaolo | 27 | Shoulder |
Patient Resources & Verification
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