Dr. Harry Smith, M.D.
Contact & Location
501-329-1510
Conway, AR 72034
Dr. Smith performs more knee replacement procedures than 68% of orthopedic surgeons in Arkansas, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #24 of 76 ranked knee surgeons in Arkansas.
About Dr. Smith
Practice. Dr. Harry Smith is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Conway, Arkansas. The latest annual CMS data records 46 knee replacements and 13 hip replacements, 59 procedures in all. That is #24 in Arkansas for knee replacement. A Medicare provider since 2005.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2013 to 2024, 12 years. Volume rose from 13 procedures a year to 59, up 354%.
National context. Among 6,612 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 46 procedures is near the national average of 45.
Local context. Conway has 5 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 | 13 |
| 2014 | 0 | 16 |
| 2015 | 0 | 42 |
| 2016 | 18 | 57 |
| 2017 | 15 | 44 |
| 2018 | 16 | 51 |
| 2019 | 17 | 61 |
| 2020 | 0 | 55 |
| 2021 | 15 | 43 |
| 2022 | 21 | 51 |
| 2023 | 17 | 45 |
| 2024 | 13 | 46 |
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 23% to 28% for knee replacement, 25% to 33% for hip 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. Smith Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Arkansas state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Smith's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 12 years, increasing 354% from 13 procedures in 2013 to 59 in the most recent data.
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 Knee Replacement
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Smith
How does Dr. Smith's procedure volume compare to other Arkansas surgeons?
Dr. Smith has performed 59 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Arkansas average of 66 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Smith ranks #35 out of 89 orthopedic surgeons in Arkansas.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Smith perform?
Dr. Smith's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (46 cases) and hip replacement (13 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Smith 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. Smith 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 23% to 28% for knee replacement, 25% to 33% for hip replacement, which puts Dr. Smith's total volume across all insurers at roughly 200 to 250 procedures against the 59 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. Smith's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Smith's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 13 procedures in 2013 to 59 in the most recent data, a 354% increase over 12 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 78 procedures in 2019.
Does Dr. Smith perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Smith's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (46 cases), hip replacement (13 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Smith affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Smith is affiliated with Conway Regional Medical Center, Inc, Ozark Health, Chi St Vincent Morrilton.
How does Dr. Smith compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Conway?
Among the 5 orthopedic surgeons in Conway, Dr. Smith ranks #2 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Smith is among the highest-volume surgeons in Conway.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Smith 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. Smith's 59 Medicare procedures are above the Conway average of 39. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Conway.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Grant Bennett | 73 | Knee |
| Dr. Brent Lawrence | 28 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Bryan Head | 18 | Shoulder |
| Dr. Jonathan Ghormley | 16 | Knee |
Patient Resources & Verification
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