Dr. Wesley Parker, MD
Dr. Wesley Parker is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Greer, South Carolina. Dr. Parker has performed 45 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#61 in South Carolina) and 35 hip replacements, for a combined total of 80 procedures.
In South Carolina, Dr. Parker performs below average in knee (45 vs 57 avg), below average in hip (35 vs 47 avg).
Dr. Parker's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (45 cases) and hip replacements (35 cases).
Greer is home to 5 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Greer area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. Parker first appears in the Medicare dataset in 2023. With 1 year of recorded data, the longitudinal trend is still developing.
Among 6,720 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Parker's 45 verified procedures is near the national average of 45.
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. Parker Compares
Procedure volume compared to the South Carolina state average.
Contact & Location
Greer, SC 29650
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
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. Parker
How does Dr. Parker's procedure volume compare to other South Carolina surgeons?
Dr. Parker has performed 80 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the South Carolina average of 78 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Parker ranks #57 out of 151 orthopedic surgeons in South Carolina.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Parker perform?
Dr. Parker's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (45 cases) and hip replacement (35 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Parker in Greer?
Yes. There are 5 orthopedic surgeons in Greer 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. Parker 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. Parker's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 80 procedures shown here.
Does Dr. Parker perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Parker's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (45 cases), hip replacement (35 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Parker affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Parker is affiliated with Spartanburg Medical Center, Pelham Medical Center, Cherokee Medical Center.
How does Dr. Parker compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Greer?
Among the 5 orthopedic surgeons in Greer, Dr. Parker ranks #3 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Parker is among the highest-volume surgeons in Greer.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Parker practices?
Spartanburg Medical Center (2 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Pelham Medical Center (5 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Cherokee Medical Center (2 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 Greer, South Carolina
Dr. Parker's 80 Medicare procedures are below the Greer average of 105. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Greer.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Brayton Shirley | 198 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Frank Armocida | 169 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Keith Lonergan | 59 | Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Thomas Leong | 17 | Knee |
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