Dr. Loel Payne, M.D.
Contact & Location
757-827-2480
Hampton, VA 23666
Dr. Payne performs more shoulder replacement procedures than 87% of orthopedic surgeons in Virginia, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #8 of 64 ranked shoulder surgeons in Virginia.
About Dr. Payne
Practice. Dr. Loel Payne is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Hampton, Virginia. The latest annual CMS data records 54 shoulder replacements and 43 knee replacements, 97 procedures in all. That is #8 in Virginia for shoulder replacement. A Medicare provider since 2005.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2013 to 2024, 11 years. Volume rose from 41 procedures a year to 97, up 137%.
National context. Among 2,217 shoulder replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 54 procedures is above the national average of 29.
Local context. Hampton has 4 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 | Knee Replacement | Shoulder Replacement |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 25 | 16 |
| 2014 | 0 | 0 |
| 2015 | 0 | 22 |
| 2016 | 19 | 29 |
| 2017 | 14 | 45 |
| 2018 | 22 | 44 |
| 2019 | 20 | 37 |
| 2020 | 15 | 38 |
| 2021 | 26 | 43 |
| 2022 | 44 | 55 |
| 2023 | 58 | 61 |
| 2024 | 43 | 54 |
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 29% to 37% for shoulder replacement, 23% to 28% for knee 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. Payne Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Virginia state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Payne's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 11 years, increasing 137% from 41 procedures in 2013 to 97 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 Shoulder Replacement
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Shoulder Replacement Recovery Overview
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Payne
How does Dr. Payne's procedure volume compare to other Virginia surgeons?
Dr. Payne has performed 97 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Virginia average of 82 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Payne ranks #74 out of 229 orthopedic surgeons in Virginia.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Payne perform?
Dr. Payne's Medicare data shows procedures in shoulder replacement (54 cases) and knee replacement (43 cases).
How experienced is Dr. Payne with shoulder replacement surgery?
Dr. Payne ranks #8 in Virginia for shoulder replacement with 54 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 229 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Payne in Hampton?
Yes. There are 4 orthopedic surgeons in Hampton 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. Payne 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 29% to 37% for shoulder replacement, 23% to 28% for knee replacement, which puts Dr. Payne's total volume across all insurers at roughly 300 to 370 procedures against the 97 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. Payne's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Payne's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 41 procedures in 2013 to 97 in the most recent data, a 137% increase over 11 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 119 procedures in 2023.
Does Dr. Payne perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Payne's Medicare data shows procedures in shoulder replacement (54 cases), knee replacement (43 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Payne affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Payne is affiliated with Sentara Williamsburg Regional Medical Center, Sentara Careplex Hospital, Riverside Regional Medical Center, Riverside Doctors' Hospital Of Williamsburg, Sentara Obici Hospital.
How does Dr. Payne compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Hampton?
Among the 4 orthopedic surgeons in Hampton, Dr. Payne ranks #3 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Payne is among the highest-volume surgeons in Hampton.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Payne practices?
Sentara Williamsburg Regional Medical Center (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Sentara Careplex Hospital (4 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Riverside Regional Medical Center (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 Hampton, Virginia
Dr. Payne's 97 Medicare procedures are below the Hampton average of 98. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Hampton.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Michael Higgins | 178 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Colin Kingston | 99 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Nicholas Sablan | 18 | Shoulder |
Patient Resources & Verification
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