Dr. Adam Norwood, D.O.
Dr. Adam Norwood is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Little Rock, Arkansas. A Medicare provider since 2011, Dr. Norwood has performed 24 Medicare-verified hip replacements (#20 in Arkansas) and 14 knee replacements, for a combined total of 38 procedures.
In Arkansas, Dr. Norwood performs below average in hip (24 vs 34 avg), below average in knee (14 vs 47 avg).
Dr. Norwood's reported Medicare volume is split between hip replacements (24 cases) and knee replacements (14 cases).
Little Rock is home to 24 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Little Rock area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. Norwood's Medicare data spans 5 years, beginning in 2018. Volume peaked at 65 procedures in 2019 before settling at 38 in the most recent data. Changes in Medicare reporting, payer mix shifts, or practice focus adjustments can all influence year-to-year volume.
Dr. Norwood's 24 hip replacement procedures is below the national average of 36 among 4,526 surgeons. Medicare data captures roughly a third of all joint replacements, so actual volume is likely higher.
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. Norwood Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Arkansas state average.
Contact & Location
Little Rock, AR 72205
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Norwood's recorded volume peaked at 65 procedures in 2019 and stood at 38 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.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Norwood
How does Dr. Norwood's procedure volume compare to other Arkansas surgeons?
Dr. Norwood has performed 38 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The Arkansas average is 61 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Norwood ranks #51 out of 89 orthopedic surgeons in Arkansas.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Norwood perform?
Dr. Norwood's Medicare data shows procedures in hip replacement (24 cases) and knee replacement (14 cases).
How experienced is Dr. Norwood with hip replacement surgery?
Dr. Norwood ranks #20 in Arkansas for hip replacement with 24 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 89 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Norwood in Little Rock?
Yes. There are 24 orthopedic surgeons in Little Rock 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 Arkansas surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Norwood 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. Norwood's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 38 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Norwood's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Norwood's Medicare-recorded volume peaked at 65 procedures in 2019 and was 38 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. Norwood perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Norwood's Medicare data shows procedures in hip replacement (24 cases), knee replacement (14 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Norwood affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Norwood is affiliated with Baptist Health Medical Center-Little Rock.
How does Dr. Norwood compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Little Rock?
Among the 24 orthopedic surgeons in Little Rock, Dr. Norwood ranks #16 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Little Rock has 322 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Norwood practices?
Baptist Health Medical Center-Little Rock (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 Little Rock, Arkansas
Dr. Norwood's 38 Medicare procedures are below the Little Rock average of 149. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Little Rock.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Kenneth Martin | 322 | Knee |
| Dr. Charles Barnes | 169 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. David Newbern | 139 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Samuel Baxter | 131 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Richard Nix | 126 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Paul Edwards | 117 | Hip, Knee |
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