Dr. Dustin Price, M.D.
Contact & Location
Johnson City, TN 37601
Dr. Dustin Price is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Johnson City, Tennessee. A Medicare provider since 2012, Dr. Price has performed 35 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#91 in Tennessee) and 15 hip replacements, for a combined total of 50 procedures.
In Tennessee, Dr. Price performs below average in knee (35 vs 46 avg), below average in hip (15 vs 36 avg).
Dr. Price's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (35 cases) and hip replacements (15 cases).
Johnson City is home to 12 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Johnson City area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs. Dr. Price also maintains hospital privileges in TN and VA, indicating a regional practice that extends beyond Tennessee.
Dr. Price's Medicare data spans 8 years, beginning in 2017. Volume peaked at 115 procedures in 2018 before settling at 50 in the most recent data. Changes in Medicare reporting, payer mix shifts, or practice focus adjustments can all influence year-to-year volume.
Dr. Price's 35 knee replacement procedures is below the national average of 45 among 6,599 surgeons. Medicare data captures roughly a third of all joint replacements, so actual volume is likely higher.
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. Price Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Tennessee state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Price's recorded volume peaked at 115 procedures in 2018 and stood at 50 in the most recent data. Year-to-year variation can reflect changes in payer mix, practice scope, or Medicare billing patterns.
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. Price
How does Dr. Price's procedure volume compare to other Tennessee surgeons?
Dr. Price has performed 50 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The Tennessee average is 65 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Price ranks #109 out of 219 orthopedic surgeons in Tennessee.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Price perform?
Dr. Price's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (35 cases) and hip replacement (15 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Price in Johnson City?
Yes. There are 12 orthopedic surgeons in Johnson City 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 Tennessee surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Price 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. Price's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 50 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Price's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Price's Medicare-recorded volume peaked at 115 procedures in 2018 and was 50 in the most recent data. Volume fluctuations can reflect changes in payer mix, practice focus, or Medicare reporting rather than a change in overall surgical activity.
Does Dr. Price perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Price's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (35 cases), hip replacement (15 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Price affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Price is affiliated with Holston Valley Medical Center, Lonesome Pine Hospital, Indian Path Community Hospital. Dr. Price maintains hospital privileges across state lines, indicating a practice that serves patients in multiple states.
How does Dr. Price compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Johnson City?
Among the 12 orthopedic surgeons in Johnson City, Dr. Price ranks #3 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Price is among the highest-volume surgeons in Johnson City.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Price practices?
Holston Valley Medical Center (3 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Lonesome Pine Hospital (2 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Indian Path Community Hospital (3 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 Johnson City, Tennessee
Dr. Price's 50 Medicare procedures are above the Johnson City average of 48. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Johnson City.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Jason Brashear | 79 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Gregory Stewart | 70 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Joseph Hurst | 42 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Thomas Gill | 38 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Larry Waldrop | 34 | Shoulder |
| Dr. Alan Aiken | 26 | Hip, Knee |
Patient Resources & Verification
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