Dr. Wells Stewart, M.D.
Dr. Wells Stewart is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Mechanicsville, Virginia. Dr. Stewart has performed 40 Medicare-verified hip replacements (#56 in Virginia) and 35 knee replacements, for a combined total of 75 procedures.
In Virginia, Dr. Stewart performs near average in hip (40 vs 47 avg), below average in knee (35 vs 58 avg).
Dr. Stewart's reported Medicare volume is split between hip replacements (40 cases) and knee replacements (35 cases).
Mechanicsville is home to 4 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Mechanicsville area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. Stewart first appears in the Medicare dataset in 2023. With 1 year of recorded data, the longitudinal trend is still developing.
Among 4,526 hip replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Stewart's 40 verified procedures is near the national average of 36.
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. Stewart Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Virginia state average.
Contact & Location
Mechanicsville, VA 23116
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. Stewart
How does Dr. Stewart's procedure volume compare to other Virginia surgeons?
Dr. Stewart has performed 75 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Virginia average of 83 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Stewart ranks #93 out of 223 orthopedic surgeons in Virginia.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Stewart perform?
Dr. Stewart's Medicare data shows procedures in hip replacement (40 cases) and knee replacement (35 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Stewart in Mechanicsville?
Yes. There are 4 orthopedic surgeons in Mechanicsville 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. Stewart 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. Stewart's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 75 procedures shown here.
Does Dr. Stewart perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Stewart's Medicare data shows procedures in hip replacement (40 cases), knee replacement (35 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Stewart affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Stewart is affiliated with Bon Secours Memorial Regional Medical Center, Sentara Williamsburg Regional Medical Center, Bon Secours St Francis Medical Center.
How does Dr. Stewart compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Mechanicsville?
Among the 4 orthopedic surgeons in Mechanicsville, Dr. Stewart ranks #2 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Stewart is among the highest-volume surgeons in Mechanicsville.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Stewart practices?
Bon Secours Memorial Regional Medical Center (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Sentara Williamsburg Regional Medical Center (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Bon Secours St Francis Medical Center (3 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 Mechanicsville, Virginia
Dr. Stewart's 75 Medicare procedures are below the Mechanicsville average of 101. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Mechanicsville.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Barton Harris | 235 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Thorp Davis | 64 | Shoulder |
| Dr. Robert Wills | 29 | Hip, Knee |
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