Dr. Stuart Gardner, M.D.
Dr. Stuart Gardner is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Blacksburg, Virginia. Dr. Gardner has completed 31 knee replacements (#112 in Virginia), 18 hip replacements, and 11 shoulder replacements, totaling 60 Medicare-verified procedures.
In Virginia, Dr. Gardner performs below average in knee (31 vs 58 avg), below average in hip (18 vs 47 avg), below average in shoulder (11 vs 34 avg).
Dr. Gardner performs all three major joint replacement procedures — hip, knee, and shoulder — indicating a broad scope of orthopedic practice. The largest share is knee replacements (31 cases), followed by hip replacements (18) and shoulder replacements (11).
Blacksburg is home to 2 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Blacksburg area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. Gardner's Medicare data spans 11 years, beginning in 2013. Volume peaked at 107 procedures in 2017 before settling at 60 in the most recent data. Changes in Medicare reporting, payer mix shifts, or practice focus adjustments can all influence year-to-year volume.
Dr. Gardner's 31 knee replacement procedures is below the national average of 45 among 6,720 surgeons. Medicare data captures roughly a third of all joint replacements, so actual volume is likely higher.
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. Gardner Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Virginia state average.
Contact & Location
Blacksburg, VA 24060
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Gardner's recorded volume peaked at 107 procedures in 2017 and stood at 60 in the most recent data. Year-to-year variation can reflect changes in payer mix, practice scope, or Medicare billing patterns.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Gardner
How does Dr. Gardner's procedure volume compare to other Virginia surgeons?
Dr. Gardner has performed 60 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The Virginia average is 83 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Gardner ranks #111 out of 223 orthopedic surgeons in Virginia.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Gardner perform?
Dr. Gardner performs all three major joint replacement procedures: knee replacement (31 cases), hip replacement (18 cases), shoulder replacement (11 cases). This breadth indicates a comprehensive orthopedic joint replacement practice.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Gardner in Blacksburg?
Yes. There are 2 orthopedic surgeons in Blacksburg 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. Gardner 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. Gardner's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 60 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Gardner's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Gardner's Medicare-recorded volume peaked at 107 procedures in 2017 and was 60 in the most recent data. Volume fluctuations can reflect changes in payer mix, practice focus, or Medicare reporting rather than a change in overall surgical activity.
Does Dr. Gardner perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Gardner's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (31 cases), hip replacement (18 cases), shoulder replacement (11 cases). Performing all three major joint replacements places Dr. Gardner among the 5% of orthopedic surgeons nationally who cover hip, knee, and shoulder arthroplasty.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Blacksburg, Virginia
Dr. Gardner's 60 Medicare procedures are above the Blacksburg average of 52. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Blacksburg.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Bart Eastwood | 43 | Knee |
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