Dr. Stephen Gunther, M.D.

Orthopedic Surgery

Dr. Stephen Gunther is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Charlottesville, Virginia. In 2023, Dr. Gunther performed 23 Medicare-verified shoulder replacements, ranking #32 in Virginia. All counts reflect Medicare fee-for-service cases, representing approximately 33–37% of total joint replacement volume nationwide.

Verified Medicare Cases (2023)

Shoulder Replacement
23 verified cases
#32 in Virginia

Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-2024)

Questions to Ask Dr. Gunther

Medicare volume represents only a portion of a surgeon's practice.

Recommended Script:

"Dr. Gunther, I see your Medicare volume is lower—what percentage of your practice is private insurance or sports medicine? Approximately how many total joint replacements do you perform annually?"

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Contact & Location

📞 Phone: 434-654-5575
595 Martha Jefferson Dr Ste 180
Charlottesville, VA 22911
NPI: 1285613034
Credentials: M.D.
✅ Active Medicare provider (NPI verified)
📅 20 years of practice experience
🎓 Licensed M.D.
🏥 Licensed surgical specialist
🦴 Board-certified orthopedic surgeon
📞 Contact information available

Other Top Virginia Orthopedic Surgeons

Dr. Manish Patel - Franklin 491 procedures
Dr. Anthony Carter - Newport News 342 procedures
Dr. Michael Wind - Richmond 323 procedures
Dr. James Dowd - Virginia Beach 293 procedures

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Important: Rankings are based solely on Medicare procedure volume and do not reflect quality of care, patient outcomes, or procedures covered by private insurance. This data represents approximately 33-37% of all joint replacement procedures nationwide (63% of Medicare fee-for-service). Always consult with healthcare providers to make informed decisions about your care.
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