Dr. Scott Muffly, MD
Dr. Scott Muffly is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Chesapeake, Virginia. Dr. Muffly has performed 55 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#73 in Virginia) and 31 hip replacements, for a combined total of 86 procedures.
In Virginia, Dr. Muffly performs near average in knee (55 vs 58 avg), below average in hip (31 vs 47 avg).
Dr. Muffly's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (55 cases) and hip replacements (31 cases).
Chesapeake is home to 2 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Chesapeake area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. Muffly first appears in the Medicare dataset in 2023. With 1 year of recorded data, the longitudinal trend is still developing.
Among 6,720 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Muffly's 55 verified procedures is above the national average of 45.
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. Muffly Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Virginia state average.
Contact & Location
Chesapeake, VA 23320
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. Muffly
How does Dr. Muffly's procedure volume compare to other Virginia surgeons?
Dr. Muffly has performed 86 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Virginia average of 83 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Muffly ranks #85 out of 223 orthopedic surgeons in Virginia.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Muffly perform?
Dr. Muffly's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (55 cases) and hip replacement (31 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Muffly in Chesapeake?
Yes. There are 2 orthopedic surgeons in Chesapeake 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. Muffly 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. Muffly's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 86 procedures shown here.
Does Dr. Muffly perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Muffly's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (55 cases), hip replacement (31 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Muffly affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Muffly is affiliated with Chesapeake General Hospital, Chesapeake Reg Mc, Sentara Obici Hospital, Sentara Norfolk General Hospital, Bon Secours Maryview Medical Center.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Muffly practices?
Chesapeake General Hospital, Chesapeake Reg Mc (3 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Sentara Obici Hospital (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Sentara Norfolk General Hospital (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 Chesapeake, Virginia
Dr. Muffly's 86 Medicare procedures are below the Chesapeake average of 111. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Chesapeake.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Geoffrey Wright | 135 | Hip, Knee |
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