Dr. Stephen Finley, M.D.
Contact & Location
Greenville, SC 29615
Dr. Stephen Finley is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Greenville, South Carolina. A Medicare provider since 2011, Dr. Finley has performed 63 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#41 in South Carolina) and 61 hip replacements, for a combined total of 124 procedures.
In South Carolina, Dr. Finley performs near average in knee (63 vs 58 avg), above average in hip (61 vs 45 avg).
Dr. Finley's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (63 cases) and hip replacements (61 cases).
Greenville is home to 20 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Greenville area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Finley extend back to 2016, covering 9 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 44 to 124 in the most recent data, a 182% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,599 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Finley's 63 verified procedures is above the national average of 45.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
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. Finley Compares
Procedure volume compared to the South Carolina state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Finley's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 9 years, increasing 182% from 44 procedures in 2016 to 124 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. Finley
How does Dr. Finley's procedure volume compare to other South Carolina surgeons?
Dr. Finley has performed 124 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is significantly above the South Carolina average of 76 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Finley ranks #29 out of 158 orthopedic surgeons in South Carolina.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Finley perform?
Dr. Finley's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (63 cases) and hip replacement (61 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Finley in Greenville?
Yes. There are 20 orthopedic surgeons in Greenville 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. Finley 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. Finley's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 124 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Finley's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Finley's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 44 procedures in 2016 to 124 in the most recent data, a 182% increase over 9 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 125 procedures in 2023.
Does Dr. Finley perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Finley's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (63 cases), hip replacement (61 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Finley affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Finley is affiliated with Prisma Health Patewood Hospital, Prisma Health Baptist Easley Hospital, Prisma Health Hillcrest Hospital.
How does Dr. Finley compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Greenville?
Among the 20 orthopedic surgeons in Greenville, Dr. Finley ranks #6 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Greenville has 260 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Finley practices?
Prisma Health Patewood Hospital (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Prisma Health Baptist Easley Hospital (2 out of 5 CMS stars); Prisma Health Hillcrest Hospital (4 out of 5 CMS stars). These are hospital-level quality metrics from CMS Hospital Compare and do not reflect individual surgeon outcomes.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Greenville, South Carolina
Dr. Finley's 124 Medicare procedures are below the Greenville average of 168. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Greenville.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. James Jennings | 260 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Brian Burnikel | 243 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Dylan Watson | 165 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Stephen Ridgeway | 161 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. James Cameron | 129 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Stephen Geary | 96 | Knee |
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