Dr. Merwin Moore, MD
Dr. Merwin Moore is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Mountain Home, Arkansas. A Medicare provider since 2006, Dr. Moore has performed 25 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#46 in Arkansas) and 15 hip replacements, for a combined total of 40 procedures.
In Arkansas, Dr. Moore performs below average in knee (25 vs 47 avg), below average in hip (15 vs 34 avg).
Dr. Moore's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (25 cases) and hip replacements (15 cases).
Mountain Home is home to 6 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Mountain Home area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. Moore's Medicare data spans 11 years, beginning in 2013. Volume peaked at 77 procedures in 2016 before settling at 40 in the most recent data. Changes in Medicare reporting, payer mix shifts, or practice focus adjustments can all influence year-to-year volume.
Dr. Moore's 25 knee replacement procedures is below the national average of 45 among 6,720 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. Moore Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Arkansas state average.
Contact & Location
Mountain Home, AR 72653
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Moore's recorded volume peaked at 77 procedures in 2016 and stood at 40 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. Moore
How does Dr. Moore's procedure volume compare to other Arkansas surgeons?
Dr. Moore has performed 40 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. Moore ranks #48 out of 89 orthopedic surgeons in Arkansas.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Moore perform?
Dr. Moore's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (25 cases) and hip replacement (15 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Moore in Mountain Home?
Yes. There are 6 orthopedic surgeons in Mountain Home 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. Moore 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. Moore's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 40 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Moore's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Moore's Medicare-recorded volume peaked at 77 procedures in 2016 and was 40 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. Moore perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Moore's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (25 cases), hip replacement (15 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Moore affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Moore is affiliated with Baxter Health.
How does Dr. Moore compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Mountain Home?
Among the 6 orthopedic surgeons in Mountain Home, Dr. Moore ranks #3 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Moore is among the highest-volume surgeons in Mountain Home.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Moore practices?
Baxter Health (1 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate above national average). These are hospital-level quality metrics from CMS Hospital Compare and do not reflect individual surgeon outcomes.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Mountain Home, Arkansas
Dr. Moore's 40 Medicare procedures are below the Mountain Home average of 41. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Mountain Home.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Russell Rauls | 96 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Thomas Knox | 46 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Jason McConnell | 27 | Knee |
| Dr. Nicholas Souder | 18 | Knee |
| Dr. Donald Franklin | 16 | Knee |
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