Dr. Merwin Moore, MD
Contact & Location
Mountain Home, AR 72653
Dr. Merwin Moore is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Mountain Home, Arkansas. A Medicare provider since 2006, Dr. Moore has completed 32 knee replacements (#37 in Arkansas), 15 hip replacements, and 11 shoulder replacements, totaling 58 Medicare-verified procedures.
In Arkansas, Dr. Moore performs below average in knee (32 vs 47 avg), below average in hip (15 vs 35 avg), below average in shoulder (11 vs 23 avg).
Dr. Moore performs all three major joint replacement procedures — hip, knee, and shoulder — indicating a broad scope of orthopedic practice. The largest share is knee replacements (32 cases), followed by hip replacements (15) and shoulder replacements (11).
Mountain Home is home to 5 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 record spans 12 years from 2013 through 2024. Procedure volume has remained consistent during that period, ranging from 40 to 77 procedures per year, reflecting a steady joint replacement practice.
Dr. Moore's 32 knee replacement procedures is below the national average of 45 among 6,599 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. Moore Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Arkansas state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Moore's procedure volume has been consistent across 12 years of Medicare data, ranging from 40 to 77 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.
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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 58 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Arkansas average of 66 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Moore ranks #37 out of 89 orthopedic surgeons in Arkansas.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Moore perform?
Dr. Moore performs all three major joint replacement procedures: knee replacement (32 cases), hip replacement (15 cases), shoulder replacement (11 cases). This breadth indicates a comprehensive orthopedic joint replacement practice.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Moore in Mountain Home?
Yes. There are 5 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 58 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Moore's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Moore's procedure volume has been relatively stable over 12 years of Medicare data, ranging from 40 to 77 procedures per year between 2013 and 2024. Consistent volume over multiple years reflects a steady joint replacement practice.
Does Dr. Moore perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Moore's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (32 cases), hip replacement (15 cases), shoulder replacement (11 cases). Performing all three major joint replacements places Dr. Moore among the 5% of orthopedic surgeons nationally who cover hip, knee, and shoulder arthroplasty.
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 5 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 58 Medicare procedures are above the Mountain Home average of 56. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Mountain Home.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Russell Rauls | 109 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Jason McConnell | 60 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Thomas Knox | 39 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Nicholas Souder | 16 | Knee |
Patient Resources & Verification
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