Dr. Adam Norwood, D.O.
Contact & Location
501-217-3533
Little Rock, AR 72205
Dr. Norwood performs more hip replacement procedures than 55% of orthopedic surgeons in Arkansas, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #19 of 43 ranked hip surgeons in Arkansas.
About Dr. Norwood
Practice. Dr. Adam Norwood is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Little Rock, Arkansas. The latest annual CMS data records 29 hip replacements and 20 knee replacements, 49 procedures in all. That is #19 in Arkansas for hip replacement. A Medicare provider since 2011.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2018 to 2024, 6 years. Volume has held between 11 and 65 procedures a year.
National context. Among 4,542 hip replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 29 procedures is near the national average of 36.
Local context. Little Rock has 26 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare data. Comparing volume and procedure mix across them is one way to narrow a shortlist.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
| Year | Hip Replacement | Knee Replacement |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 0 | 0 |
| 2014 | 0 | 0 |
| 2015 | 0 | 0 |
| 2016 | 0 | 0 |
| 2017 | 0 | 0 |
| 2018 | 34 | 19 |
| 2019 | 33 | 32 |
| 2020 | 0 | 0 |
| 2021 | 11 | 0 |
| 2022 | 35 | 25 |
| 2023 | 24 | 14 |
| 2024 | 29 | 20 |
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 25% to 33% for hip replacement, 23% to 28% for knee 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. Norwood Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Arkansas state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Norwood's procedure volume has been consistent across 6 years of Medicare data, ranging from 11 to 65 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 Hip Replacement
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Hip Replacement Recovery Overview
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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 49 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The Arkansas average is 66 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Norwood ranks #43 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 (29 cases) and knee replacement (20 cases).
How experienced is Dr. Norwood with hip replacement surgery?
Dr. Norwood ranks #19 in Arkansas for hip replacement with 29 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 26 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 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 25% to 33% for hip replacement, 23% to 28% for knee replacement, which puts Dr. Norwood's total volume across all insurers at roughly 160 to 200 procedures against the 49 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. Norwood's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Norwood's procedure volume has been relatively stable over 6 years of Medicare data, ranging from 11 to 65 procedures per year between 2018 and 2024. Consistent volume over multiple years reflects a steady joint replacement practice.
Does Dr. Norwood perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Norwood's Medicare data shows procedures in hip replacement (29 cases), knee replacement (20 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 26 orthopedic surgeons in Little Rock, Dr. Norwood ranks #13 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Little Rock has 255 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 49 Medicare procedures are below the Little Rock average of 142. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Little Rock.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Kenneth Martin | 255 | Knee |
| Dr. Samuel Baxter | 166 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Charles Barnes | 164 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. David Newbern | 135 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Paul Edwards | 131 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Adam Smith | 94 | Hip, Knee |
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