Dr. Benjamin Westcott, D.O.
Dr. Benjamin Westcott is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Portsmouth, Virginia. Dr. Westcott has performed 15 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#162 in Virginia) and 15 hip replacements, for a combined total of 30 procedures.
In Virginia, Dr. Westcott performs below average in knee (15 vs 58 avg), below average in hip (15 vs 47 avg).
Dr. Westcott's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (15 cases) and hip replacements (15 cases).
Portsmouth is home to 3 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Portsmouth area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. Westcott first appears in the Medicare dataset in 2023. With 1 year of recorded data, the longitudinal trend is still developing.
Dr. Westcott's 15 hip replacement procedures is below the national average of 36 among 4,526 surgeons. Medicare data captures roughly a third of all joint replacements, so actual volume is likely higher.
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. Westcott Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Virginia state average.
Contact & Location
Portsmouth, VA 23707
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. Westcott
How does Dr. Westcott's procedure volume compare to other Virginia surgeons?
Dr. Westcott has performed 30 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The Virginia average is 83 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Westcott ranks #153 out of 223 orthopedic surgeons in Virginia.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Westcott perform?
Dr. Westcott's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (15 cases) and hip replacement (15 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Westcott in Portsmouth?
Yes. There are 3 orthopedic surgeons in Portsmouth 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 Virginia surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Westcott 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. Westcott's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 30 procedures shown here.
Does Dr. Westcott perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Westcott's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (15 cases), hip replacement (15 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Westcott affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Westcott is affiliated with Bon Secours Maryview Medical Center, Bon Secours Harbour View Medical Center, Bon Secours Southampton Memorial Hospital.
How does Dr. Westcott compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Portsmouth?
Among the 3 orthopedic surgeons in Portsmouth, Dr. Westcott ranks #1 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Westcott has the highest verified Medicare volume in the city.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Westcott practices?
Bon Secours Maryview Medical Center (3 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Bon Secours Southampton Memorial Hospital (3 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison). These are hospital-level quality metrics from CMS Hospital Compare and do not reflect individual surgeon outcomes.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Portsmouth, Virginia
Dr. Westcott's 30 Medicare procedures are above the Portsmouth average of 19. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Portsmouth.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Kevin Pinkos | 13 | Knee |
| Dr. Luke Balsamo | 13 | Knee |
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