Dr. Bryan Head, M.D.
Contact & Location
Conway, AR 72034
Dr. Bryan Head is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Conway, Arkansas. A Medicare provider since 2016, Dr. Head has performed 18 Medicare-verified shoulder replacements, ranking #17 in Arkansas.
In Arkansas, Dr. Head performs below average in shoulder (18 vs 23 avg).
Dr. Head's Medicare data shows a focused shoulder replacement practice with 18 verified procedures. Surgeons who concentrate on a single procedure type often develop deep procedural expertise, though total practice volume may include additional procedures not captured in Medicare fee-for-service data.
Conway is home to 5 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Conway area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. Head first appears in the Medicare dataset in 2023. With 1 year of recorded data, the longitudinal trend is still developing.
Dr. Head's 18 shoulder replacement procedures is below the national average of 28 among 2,092 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. Head Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Arkansas 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.
Patient Resources: Preparing for Shoulder Replacement
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Shoulder Replacement Recovery Overview
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Head
How does Dr. Head's procedure volume compare to other Arkansas surgeons?
Dr. Head has performed 18 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. Head ranks #74 out of 89 orthopedic surgeons in Arkansas.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Head perform?
Dr. Head's reported Medicare volume is focused on shoulder replacement, with 18 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
How experienced is Dr. Head with shoulder replacement surgery?
Dr. Head ranks #17 in Arkansas for shoulder replacement with 18 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 89 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Head in Conway?
Yes. There are 5 orthopedic surgeons in Conway 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. Head 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. Head's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 18 procedures shown here.
Which hospitals is Dr. Head affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Head is affiliated with Conway Regional Medical Center, Inc, Ozark Health.
How does Dr. Head compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Conway?
Among the 5 orthopedic surgeons in Conway, Dr. Head ranks #5 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Conway has 62 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Head practices?
Conway Regional Medical Center, Inc (3 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Ozark Health (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 Conway, Arkansas
Dr. Head's 18 Medicare procedures are below the Conway average of 37. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Conway.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Harry Smith | 62 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Grant Bennett | 51 | Knee |
| Dr. Jonathan Ghormley | 33 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Brent Lawrence | 22 | Knee |
Patient Resources & Verification
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