Dr. Megan Swanson, M.D.
Contact & Location
434-326-5815
Charlottesville, VA 22911
Charlottesville, VA 22911
Dr. Swanson performs more knee replacement procedures than 92% of orthopedic surgeons in Virginia, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #14 of 183 ranked knee surgeons in Virginia.
About Dr. Swanson
Practice. Dr. Megan Swanson is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Charlottesville, Virginia. The latest annual CMS data records 150 knee replacements and 39 hip replacements, 189 procedures in all. That is #14 in Virginia for knee replacement. A Medicare provider since 2007.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2013 to 2024, 12 years. Volume rose from 60 procedures a year to 189, up 215%.
National context. Among 6,612 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 150 procedures is more than 3x the national average of 45. That is #173 nationally.
Local context. Charlottesville has 15 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 | 0 | 60 |
| 2014 | 0 | 36 |
| 2015 | 27 | 74 |
| 2016 | 18 | 84 |
| 2017 | 29 | 89 |
| 2018 | 39 | 105 |
| 2019 | 42 | 100 |
| 2020 | 27 | 84 |
| 2021 | 43 | 73 |
| 2022 | 33 | 97 |
| 2023 | 62 | 131 |
| 2024 | 39 | 150 |
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. Swanson Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Virginia state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Swanson's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 12 years, increasing 215% from 60 procedures in 2013 to 189 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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Knee Replacement Recovery Overview
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Swanson
How does Dr. Swanson's procedure volume compare to other Virginia surgeons?
Dr. Swanson has performed 189 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is more than 2x the Virginia average of 82 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Swanson ranks #22 out of 229 orthopedic surgeons in Virginia.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Swanson perform?
Dr. Swanson's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (150 cases) and hip replacement (39 cases).
How experienced is Dr. Swanson with knee replacement surgery?
Dr. Swanson ranks #14 in Virginia for knee replacement with 150 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 229 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Swanson in Charlottesville?
Yes. There are 15 orthopedic surgeons in Charlottesville 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. Swanson 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. Swanson's total volume across all insurers at roughly 650 to 810 procedures against the 189 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. Swanson's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Swanson's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 60 procedures in 2013 to 189 in the most recent data, a 215% increase over 12 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 193 procedures in 2023.
Does Dr. Swanson perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Swanson's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (150 cases), hip replacement (39 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Swanson affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Swanson is affiliated with Sentara Martha Jefferson Hospital, Sentara Rmh Medical Center.
How does Dr. Swanson compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Charlottesville?
Among the 15 orthopedic surgeons in Charlottesville, Dr. Swanson ranks #2 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Swanson is among the highest-volume surgeons in Charlottesville.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Swanson practices?
Sentara Martha Jefferson Hospital (5 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Sentara Rmh Medical Center (4 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 Charlottesville, Virginia
Dr. Swanson's 189 Medicare procedures are above the Charlottesville average of 166. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Charlottesville.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. James Browne | 267 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Quanjun Cui | 165 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. John Edwards | 165 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Ian Duensing | 163 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. John Hall | 116 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Tracy Borsinger | 100 | Hip, Knee |
Patient Resources & Verification
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