Dr. Scott Muffly, MD
Contact & Location
Chesapeake, VA 23320
Dr. Scott Muffly is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Chesapeake, Virginia. A Medicare provider since 2018, Dr. Muffly has performed 80 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#44 in Virginia) and 58 hip replacements, for a combined total of 138 procedures.
In Virginia, Dr. Muffly performs above average in knee (80 vs 58 avg), above average in hip (58 vs 47 avg).
Dr. Muffly's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (80 cases) and hip replacements (58 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 2 years of recorded data, the longitudinal trend is still developing.
Among 6,599 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Muffly's 80 verified procedures is above 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. Muffly Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Virginia state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Muffly has 2 years of Medicare procedure data beginning in 2023. Additional years of data will provide a clearer picture of volume trends.
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 138 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is significantly above the Virginia average of 82 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Muffly ranks #40 out of 229 orthopedic surgeons in Virginia.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Muffly perform?
Dr. Muffly's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (80 cases) and hip replacement (58 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 138 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 (80 cases), hip replacement (58 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 138 Medicare procedures are above the Chesapeake average of 126. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Chesapeake.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Geoffrey Wright | 113 | Hip, Knee |
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