Dr. Frederick Morgan, D.O.
Contact & Location
304-487-2297
Princeton, WV 24740
Dr. Morgan performs more knee replacement procedures than 89% of orthopedic surgeons in West Virginia, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #4 of 37 ranked knee surgeons in West Virginia.
About Dr. Morgan
Practice. Dr. Frederick Morgan is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Princeton, West Virginia. The latest annual CMS data records 91 knee replacements and 22 hip replacements, 113 procedures in all. That is #4 in West Virginia for knee replacement. A Medicare provider since 2006.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2013 to 2024, 12 years. Volume has held between 93 and 158 procedures a year.
National context. Among 6,612 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 91 procedures is more than 2x the national average of 45.
Local context. Princeton has 3 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare data. Comparing volume and procedure mix across them is one way to narrow a shortlist. Dr. Morgan also holds hospital privileges in WV and VA, a practice that extends beyond West Virginia.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
| Year | Hip Replacement | Knee Replacement |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 25 | 82 |
| 2014 | 23 | 77 |
| 2015 | 23 | 94 |
| 2016 | 22 | 122 |
| 2017 | 22 | 113 |
| 2018 | 22 | 97 |
| 2019 | 27 | 106 |
| 2020 | 20 | 73 |
| 2021 | 18 | 91 |
| 2022 | 36 | 122 |
| 2023 | 24 | 97 |
| 2024 | 22 | 91 |
Verified Medicare Cases
How is this estimated?
Medicare Part B fee-for-service claims are one payer stream among several, and the share they represent differs by procedure. In 2024 it was 23% to 28% for knee replacement, 25% to 33% for hip replacement. Each verified count above is divided by its own procedure's range, and the results are added, to estimate total practice volume across all payers. The verified Medicare count is the definitive, audited figure; this is a range derived from published national volume projections, not a measurement, and an individual practice can sit well outside it: how these ranges are derived, and their sources.
How Dr. Morgan Compares
Procedure volume compared to the West Virginia state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Morgan's procedure volume has been consistent across 12 years of Medicare data, ranging from 93 to 158 procedures per year. This stability suggests a well-established joint replacement practice.
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 Knee Replacement
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Outpatient Joint Replacement: A Medicare GuideHow outpatient joint replacement works under Medicare, including eligibility criteria, cost differences, and what to expect with same-day discharge.
Knee Replacement Recovery Overview
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Morgan
How does Dr. Morgan's procedure volume compare to other West Virginia surgeons?
Dr. Morgan has performed 113 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is more than 2x the West Virginia average of 52 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Morgan ranks #4 out of 45 orthopedic surgeons in West Virginia.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Morgan perform?
Dr. Morgan's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (91 cases) and hip replacement (22 cases).
How experienced is Dr. Morgan with knee replacement surgery?
Dr. Morgan ranks #4 in West Virginia for knee replacement with 91 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 45 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Morgan in Princeton?
Yes. There are 3 orthopedic surgeons in Princeton 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 West Virginia surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Morgan represent?
The procedure counts shown are based on 2024 Medicare Part B fee-for-service claims data, published by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). Medicare fee-for-service is only one payer stream, and the share of national volume it represents differs by procedure. In 2024 the share was 23% to 28% for knee replacement, 25% to 33% for hip replacement, which puts Dr. Morgan's total volume across all insurers at roughly 390 to 480 procedures against the 113 verified here. Those shares are derived from published national volume projections rather than quoted from a single publication, and they are estimates with real uncertainty. The OrthoProcedures methodology page shows the full derivation, the sources, and the limits at orthoprocedures.com/data-methodology.html.
Has Dr. Morgan's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Morgan's procedure volume has been relatively stable over 12 years of Medicare data, ranging from 93 to 158 procedures per year between 2013 and 2024. Consistent volume over multiple years reflects a steady joint replacement practice.
Does Dr. Morgan perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Morgan's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (91 cases), hip replacement (22 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Morgan affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Morgan is affiliated with Princeton Community Hospital Assn Inc, Carilion Tazewell Community Hospital, Raleigh General Hospital. Dr. Morgan maintains hospital privileges across state lines, indicating a practice that serves patients in multiple states.
How does Dr. Morgan compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Princeton?
Among the 3 orthopedic surgeons in Princeton, Dr. Morgan ranks #1 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Morgan has the highest verified Medicare volume in the city.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Morgan practices?
Princeton Community Hospital Assn Inc (1 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Raleigh General Hospital (1 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison). These are hospital-level quality metrics from CMS Hospital Compare and do not reflect individual surgeon outcomes.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Princeton, West Virginia
Dr. Morgan's 113 Medicare procedures are above the Princeton average of 82. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Princeton.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Philip Branson | 78 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Nicholas Higinbotham | 55 | Knee |
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