Dr. Stephen Kana, MD
Contact & Location
Spartanburg, SC 29303
Dr. Stephen Kana is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Spartanburg, South Carolina. A Medicare provider since 2006, Dr. Kana has performed 42 Medicare-verified knee replacements, ranking #65 in South Carolina.
In South Carolina, Dr. Kana performs below average in knee (42 vs 58 avg).
Dr. Kana's Medicare data shows a focused knee replacement practice with 42 verified procedures. Surgeons who concentrate on a single procedure type often develop deep procedural expertise, though total practice volume may include additional procedures not captured in Medicare fee-for-service data.
Spartanburg is home to 6 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Spartanburg area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Kana extend back to 2013, covering 12 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 25 to 42 in the most recent data, a 68% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,599 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Kana's 42 verified procedures is near 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. Kana Compares
Procedure volume compared to the South Carolina state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Kana's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 12 years, increasing 68% from 25 procedures in 2013 to 42 in the most recent data.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Kana
How does Dr. Kana's procedure volume compare to other South Carolina surgeons?
Dr. Kana has performed 42 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The South Carolina average is 76 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Kana ranks #91 out of 158 orthopedic surgeons in South Carolina.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Kana perform?
Dr. Kana's reported Medicare volume is focused on knee replacement, with 42 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Kana in Spartanburg?
Yes. There are 6 orthopedic surgeons in Spartanburg 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. Kana 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. Kana's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 42 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Kana's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Kana's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 25 procedures in 2013 to 42 in the most recent data, a 68% increase over 12 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 55 procedures in 2022.
How does Dr. Kana compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Spartanburg?
Among the 6 orthopedic surgeons in Spartanburg, Dr. Kana ranks #2 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Kana is among the highest-volume surgeons in Spartanburg.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Spartanburg, South Carolina
Dr. Kana's 42 Medicare procedures are below the Spartanburg average of 52. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Spartanburg.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Anthony Sanchez | 190 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Christopher Elliott | 36 | Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. James McDermott | 17 | Shoulder |
| Dr. David Brown | 16 | Shoulder |
| Dr. Michael Hoenig | 13 | Shoulder |
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