Dr. Andrew McGee, MD
Contact & Location
Daphne, AL 36526
Dr. Andrew McGee is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Daphne, Alabama. Dr. McGee has performed 19 Medicare-verified hip replacements (#29 in Alabama) and 17 knee replacements, for a combined total of 36 procedures.
In Alabama, Dr. McGee performs below average in hip (19 vs 26 avg), below average in knee (17 vs 32 avg).
Dr. McGee's reported Medicare volume is split between hip replacements (19 cases) and knee replacements (17 cases).
Daphne is home to 5 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Daphne area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. McGee first appears in the Medicare dataset in 2024. With 1 year of recorded data, the longitudinal trend is still developing.
Dr. McGee's 19 hip replacement procedures is below the national average of 36 among 4,532 surgeons. Medicare data captures roughly a third of all joint replacements, so actual volume is likely higher.
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. McGee Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Alabama state average.
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. McGee
How does Dr. McGee's procedure volume compare to other Alabama surgeons?
Dr. McGee has performed 36 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Alabama average of 44 procedures per surgeon. Dr. McGee ranks #56 out of 126 orthopedic surgeons in Alabama.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. McGee perform?
Dr. McGee's Medicare data shows procedures in hip replacement (19 cases) and knee replacement (17 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. McGee in Daphne?
Yes. There are 5 orthopedic surgeons in Daphne 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 Alabama surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. McGee 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. McGee's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 36 procedures shown here.
Does Dr. McGee perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. McGee's Medicare data shows procedures in hip replacement (19 cases), knee replacement (17 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. McGee affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. McGee is affiliated with Thomas Hospital.
How does Dr. McGee compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Daphne?
Among the 5 orthopedic surgeons in Daphne, Dr. McGee ranks #3 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. McGee is among the highest-volume surgeons in Daphne.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. McGee practices?
Thomas Hospital (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 Daphne, Alabama
Dr. McGee's 36 Medicare procedures are below the Daphne average of 40. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Daphne.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Daniel Matthews | 65 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Michael Chamblee | 42 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. John Todd | 29 | Shoulder |
| Dr. Matthew Goldman | 27 | Knee |
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