Dr. Russell Stewart, MD
Contact & Location
Roanoke, VA 24014
Dr. Russell Stewart is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Roanoke, Virginia. Dr. Stewart has performed 47 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#79 in Virginia) and 31 hip replacements, for a combined total of 78 procedures.
In Virginia, Dr. Stewart performs near average in knee (47 vs 58 avg), below average in hip (31 vs 47 avg).
Dr. Stewart's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (47 cases) and hip replacements (31 cases).
Roanoke is home to 10 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Roanoke area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. Stewart first appears in the Medicare dataset in 2024. With 1 year of recorded data, the longitudinal trend is still developing.
Among 6,599 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Stewart's 47 verified procedures is near the national average of 45.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
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. Stewart Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Virginia state average.
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. Stewart
How does Dr. Stewart's procedure volume compare to other Virginia surgeons?
Dr. Stewart has performed 78 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Virginia average of 82 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Stewart ranks #94 out of 229 orthopedic surgeons in Virginia.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Stewart perform?
Dr. Stewart's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (47 cases) and hip replacement (31 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Stewart in Roanoke?
Yes. There are 10 orthopedic surgeons in Roanoke 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. Stewart 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. Stewart's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 78 procedures shown here.
Does Dr. Stewart perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Stewart's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (47 cases), hip replacement (31 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Stewart affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Stewart is affiliated with Caldwell Memorial Hospital. Dr. Stewart maintains hospital privileges across state lines, indicating a practice that serves patients in multiple states.
How does Dr. Stewart compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Roanoke?
Among the 10 orthopedic surgeons in Roanoke, Dr. Stewart ranks #5 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Roanoke has 156 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Stewart practices?
Caldwell Memorial Hospital (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 Roanoke, Virginia
Dr. Stewart's 78 Medicare procedures are below the Roanoke average of 104. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Roanoke.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Benjamin Coobs | 156 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Joseph Moskal | 140 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. John Martino | 137 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Murillo Adrados | 125 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Ian Dempsey | 54 | Shoulder |
| Dr. Trevor Owen | 35 | Hip |
Patient Resources & Verification
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