Dr. Justin Franz, M.D.
Contact & Location
501-278-2800
Searcy, AR 72143
Dr. Franz performs more knee replacement procedures than 28% of orthopedic surgeons in Arkansas, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #54 of 76 ranked knee surgeons in Arkansas.
About Dr. Franz
Practice. Dr. Justin Franz is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Searcy, Arkansas. The latest annual CMS data records 21 knee replacements and 13 hip replacements, 34 procedures in all. That is #54 in Arkansas for knee replacement. A Medicare provider since 2007.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2017 to 2024, 8 years. Volume rose from 11 procedures a year to 34, up 209%.
National context. Among 6,612 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 21 procedures is below the national average of 45. Medicare covers part of all joint replacements, so true volume is likely higher.
Local context. Searcy has 3 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 | Shoulder Replacement |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2014 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2015 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2016 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2017 | 0 | 11 | 0 |
| 2018 | 0 | 12 | 0 |
| 2019 | 0 | 23 | 0 |
| 2020 | 0 | 23 | 11 |
| 2021 | 0 | 16 | 0 |
| 2022 | 0 | 13 | 13 |
| 2023 | 0 | 15 | 0 |
| 2024 | 13 | 21 | 0 |
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. Franz Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Arkansas state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Franz's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 8 years, increasing 209% from 11 procedures in 2017 to 34 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. Franz
How does Dr. Franz's procedure volume compare to other Arkansas surgeons?
Dr. Franz has performed 34 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. Franz ranks #53 out of 89 orthopedic surgeons in Arkansas.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Franz perform?
Dr. Franz's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (21 cases) and hip replacement (13 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Franz in Searcy?
Yes. There are 3 orthopedic surgeons in Searcy 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. Franz 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. Franz's total volume across all insurers at roughly 110 to 140 procedures against the 34 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. Franz's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Franz's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 11 procedures in 2017 to 34 in the most recent data, a 209% increase over 8 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 34 procedures in 2024.
Does Dr. Franz perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Franz's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (21 cases), hip replacement (13 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Franz affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Franz is affiliated with Unity Health White County Medical Center.
How does Dr. Franz compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Searcy?
Among the 3 orthopedic surgeons in Searcy, Dr. Franz ranks #1 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Franz has the highest verified Medicare volume in the city.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Franz practices?
Unity Health White County Medical Center (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 Searcy, Arkansas
Dr. Franz's 34 Medicare procedures are above the Searcy average of 28. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Searcy.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Thomas Day | 30 | Knee |
| Dr. Kyle Blickenstaff | 19 | Knee |
Patient Resources & Verification
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