Dr. Seth Yarboro, M.D.
Contact & Location
Charlottesville, VA 22903
Dr. Seth Yarboro is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Charlottesville, Virginia. Dr. Yarboro has performed 15 Medicare-verified shoulder replacements, ranking #50 in Virginia.
In Virginia, Dr. Yarboro performs below average in shoulder (15 vs 33 avg).
Dr. Yarboro's Medicare data shows a focused shoulder replacement practice with 15 verified procedures. Surgeons who concentrate on a single procedure type often develop deep procedural expertise, though total practice volume may include additional procedures not captured in Medicare fee-for-service data.
Charlottesville is home to 15 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Charlottesville area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. Yarboro first appears in the Medicare dataset in 2024. With 1 year of recorded data, the longitudinal trend is still developing.
Dr. Yarboro's 15 shoulder replacement procedures is below the national average of 29 among 2,213 surgeons. Medicare data captures roughly a third of all joint replacements, so actual volume is likely higher.
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. Yarboro 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.
Patient Resources: Preparing for Shoulder Replacement
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Yarboro
How does Dr. Yarboro's procedure volume compare to other Virginia surgeons?
Dr. Yarboro has performed 15 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The Virginia average is 82 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Yarboro ranks #209 out of 229 orthopedic surgeons in Virginia.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Yarboro perform?
Dr. Yarboro's reported Medicare volume is focused on shoulder replacement, with 15 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Yarboro 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. Yarboro 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. Yarboro's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 15 procedures shown here.
Which hospitals is Dr. Yarboro affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Yarboro is affiliated with Uva Health Sciences Center, Augusta Health.
How does Dr. Yarboro compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Charlottesville?
Among the 15 orthopedic surgeons in Charlottesville, Dr. Yarboro ranks #13 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Charlottesville has 267 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Yarboro practices?
Uva Health Sciences Center (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Augusta Health (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. Yarboro's 15 Medicare procedures are below the Charlottesville average of 154. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Charlottesville.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. James Browne | 267 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Megan Swanson | 189 | 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 |
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