Dr. Dustin Price, M.D.
Contact & Location
423-282-9011
Johnson City, TN 37601
Kingsport, TN 37660
Dr. Price performs more knee replacement procedures than 48% of orthopedic surgeons in Tennessee, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #91 of 176 ranked knee surgeons in Tennessee.
About Dr. Price
Practice. Dr. Dustin Price is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Johnson City, Tennessee. The latest annual CMS data records 35 knee replacements and 15 hip replacements, 50 procedures in all. That is #91 in Tennessee for knee replacement. A Medicare provider since 2012.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2017 to 2024, 8 years. Volume peaked at 115 in 2018 and stands at 50 now. Reporting changes and payer mix can both move that number.
National context. Among 6,612 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 35 procedures is below the national average of 45. Medicare covers part of all joint replacements, so true volume is likely higher.
Local context. Johnson City has 12 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare data. Comparing volume and procedure mix across them is one way to narrow a shortlist. Dr. Price also holds hospital privileges in TN and VA, a practice that extends beyond Tennessee.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
| Year | Hip Replacement | Knee Replacement |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 0 | 0 |
| 2014 | 0 | 0 |
| 2015 | 0 | 0 |
| 2016 | 0 | 0 |
| 2017 | 39 | 40 |
| 2018 | 44 | 71 |
| 2019 | 12 | 0 |
| 2020 | 0 | 20 |
| 2021 | 0 | 23 |
| 2022 | 15 | 39 |
| 2023 | 0 | 31 |
| 2024 | 15 | 35 |
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. 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. 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.
Patient Resources: Preparing for Knee Replacement
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Questions to Ask Your Surgeon Before Joint ReplacementA practical checklist of questions covering experience, technique, hospital choice, and recovery expectations to discuss during your surgical consultation.
Pain Management After Joint ReplacementA comprehensive guide to managing post-surgical pain through medication, physical therapy, cold therapy, and non-pharmacological strategies.
Outpatient Joint Replacement: A Medicare GuideHow outpatient joint replacement works under Medicare, including eligibility criteria, cost differences, and what to expect with same-day discharge.
Knee Replacement Recovery Overview
Recovery timelines vary by patient, but here is a general overview of what to expect after knee replacement surgery:
Individual recovery varies based on overall health, age, and adherence to physical therapy. View full knee replacement recovery guide and product recommendations
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 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, which puts Dr. Price's total volume across all insurers at roughly 170 to 210 procedures against the 50 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. 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, Bristol Regional Medical Center, 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); Bristol Regional Medical Center (1 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average). 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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