Dr. Colvin Wellborn, M.D.
Contact & Location
703-525-2200
Arlington, VA 22205
Dr. Wellborn performs more knee replacement procedures than 61% of orthopedic surgeons in Virginia, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #71 of 183 ranked knee surgeons in Virginia.
About Dr. Wellborn
Practice. Dr. Colvin Wellborn is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Arlington, Virginia. The latest annual CMS data records 52 knee replacements and 36 hip replacements, 88 procedures in all. That is #71 in Virginia for knee replacement. A Medicare provider since 2005.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2013 to 2024, 12 years. Volume rose from 43 procedures a year to 88, up 105%.
National context. Among 6,612 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 52 procedures is near the national average of 45.
Local context. Arlington has 17 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare data. Comparing volume and procedure mix across them is one way to narrow a shortlist.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
| Year | Hip Replacement | Knee Replacement |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 16 | 27 |
| 2014 | 26 | 41 |
| 2015 | 15 | 34 |
| 2016 | 12 | 28 |
| 2017 | 20 | 41 |
| 2018 | 31 | 49 |
| 2019 | 35 | 49 |
| 2020 | 24 | 43 |
| 2021 | 27 | 50 |
| 2022 | 28 | 53 |
| 2023 | 40 | 49 |
| 2024 | 36 | 52 |
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. Wellborn Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Virginia state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Wellborn's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 12 years, increasing 105% from 43 procedures in 2013 to 88 in the most recent data.
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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Prehabilitation: Preparing Your Body for SurgeryEvidence-based exercises and lifestyle adjustments that can improve surgical outcomes and speed recovery when started weeks before your procedure.
Pain Management After Joint ReplacementA comprehensive guide to managing post-surgical pain through medication, physical therapy, cold therapy, and non-pharmacological strategies.
Medicare Bundled Payment Programs for Joint ReplacementHow bundled payment models affect your joint replacement costs and care coordination, and what it means for hospital and surgeon selection.
Knee Replacement Recovery Overview
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Wellborn
How does Dr. Wellborn's procedure volume compare to other Virginia surgeons?
Dr. Wellborn has performed 88 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Virginia average of 82 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Wellborn ranks #83 out of 229 orthopedic surgeons in Virginia.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Wellborn perform?
Dr. Wellborn's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (52 cases) and hip replacement (36 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Wellborn in Arlington?
Yes. There are 17 orthopedic surgeons in Arlington 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. Wellborn 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. Wellborn's total volume across all insurers at roughly 290 to 370 procedures against the 88 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. Wellborn's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Wellborn's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 43 procedures in 2013 to 88 in the most recent data, a 105% increase over 12 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 89 procedures in 2023.
Does Dr. Wellborn perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Wellborn's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (52 cases), hip replacement (36 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Wellborn affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Wellborn is affiliated with Virginia Hospital Center.
How does Dr. Wellborn compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Arlington?
Among the 17 orthopedic surgeons in Arlington, Dr. Wellborn ranks #9 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Arlington has 280 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Wellborn practices?
Virginia Hospital Center (5 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 Arlington, Virginia
Dr. Wellborn's 88 Medicare procedures are below the Arlington average of 179. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Arlington.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Blake Peterson | 280 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Robert Sershon | 259 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. David Romness | 202 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Daniel Gerscovich | 146 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Nigel Azer | 142 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. William Petersen | 137 | Hip, Knee |
Patient Resources & Verification
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