Dr. Bryan King, MD, PHD
Contact & Location
205-722-5591
Northport, AL 35473
About Dr. King
Dr. Bryan King is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Northport, Alabama. A Medicare provider since 2007, Dr. King performed 16 Medicare-verified hip replacements (#36 in Alabama) and 11 knee replacements in the latest annual CMS data, for a combined total of 27 procedures.
In Alabama, Dr. King performs below the state average in hip (16 vs 26), below the state average in knee (11 vs 32).
Dr. King's reported Medicare volume is split between hip replacements (16 cases) and knee replacements (11 cases).
Dr. King is the only orthopedic surgeon in Northport represented in the current Medicare dataset, serving as the primary local option for patients considering joint replacement surgery in the area.
Dr. King's Medicare data spans 12 years, beginning in 2013. Volume peaked at 81 procedures in 2015 before settling at 27 in the most recent data. Changes in Medicare reporting, payer mix shifts, or practice focus adjustments can all influence year-to-year volume.
Dr. King's 16 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)
| Year | Hip Replacement | Knee Replacement | Shoulder Replacement |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 18 | 27 | 0 |
| 2014 | 18 | 44 | 14 |
| 2015 | 27 | 54 | 0 |
| 2016 | 17 | 39 | 0 |
| 2017 | 16 | 36 | 0 |
| 2018 | 25 | 26 | 0 |
| 2019 | 15 | 29 | 15 |
| 2020 | 23 | 0 | 14 |
| 2021 | 31 | 23 | 11 |
| 2022 | 12 | 25 | 0 |
| 2023 | 24 | 20 | 13 |
| 2024 | 16 | 11 | 0 |
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. King Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Alabama state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. King's recorded volume peaked at 81 procedures in 2015 and stood at 27 in the most recent data. Year-to-year variation can reflect changes in payer mix, practice scope, or Medicare billing patterns.
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 Hip Replacement
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Medicare Coverage for Joint ReplacementWhat Medicare Part A and Part B cover for joint replacement surgery, including hospital stays, surgeon fees, anesthesia, and physical therapy.
Hip Replacement Recovery Overview
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. King
How does Dr. King's procedure volume compare to other Alabama surgeons?
Dr. King has performed 27 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The Alabama average is 44 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. King ranks #70 out of 126 orthopedic surgeons in Alabama.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. King perform?
Dr. King's Medicare data shows procedures in hip replacement (16 cases) and knee replacement (11 cases).
Where is Dr. King's practice located?
Dr. King practices in Northport, Alabama. The office is located at 3515 Watermelon Rd, Northport, AL 35473. Patients in the surrounding area can consult Dr. King for joint replacement evaluation.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. King 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. King's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 27 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. King's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. King's Medicare-recorded volume peaked at 81 procedures in 2015 and was 27 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. King perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. King's Medicare data shows procedures in hip replacement (16 cases), knee replacement (11 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. King affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. King is affiliated with Dch Regional Medical Center.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. King practices?
Dch Regional Medical Center (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.
Patient Resources & Verification
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