Dr. Wells Stewart, M.D.
Contact & Location
Mechanicsville, VA 23116
Dr. Wells Stewart is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Mechanicsville, Virginia. A Medicare provider since 2016, Dr. Stewart has performed 67 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#58 in Virginia) and 51 hip replacements, for a combined total of 118 procedures.
In Virginia, Dr. Stewart performs near average in knee (67 vs 58 avg), near average in hip (51 vs 47 avg).
Dr. Stewart's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (67 cases) and hip replacements (51 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 2 years of recorded data, the longitudinal trend is still developing.
Among 6,599 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Stewart's 67 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. Stewart Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Virginia state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Stewart 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. Stewart
How does Dr. Stewart's procedure volume compare to other Virginia surgeons?
Dr. Stewart has performed 118 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Virginia average of 82 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Stewart ranks #54 out of 229 orthopedic surgeons in Virginia.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Stewart perform?
Dr. Stewart's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (67 cases) and hip replacement (51 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 118 procedures shown here.
Does Dr. Stewart perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Stewart's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (67 cases), hip replacement (51 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 118 Medicare procedures are above the Mechanicsville average of 106. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Mechanicsville.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Barton Harris | 243 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Robert Wills | 33 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Thorp Davis | 29 | Shoulder |
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