Dr. Albit Paoli Garrido, MD
Contact & Location
Calhoun, GA 30701
Dr. Albit Paoli Garrido is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Calhoun, Georgia. Dr. Paoli Garrido has performed 12 Medicare-verified knee replacements, ranking #190 in Georgia.
In Georgia, Dr. Paoli Garrido performs below average in knee (12 vs 40 avg).
Dr. Paoli Garrido's Medicare data shows a focused knee replacement practice with 12 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.
Calhoun is home to 3 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Calhoun area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. Paoli Garrido first appears in the Medicare dataset in 2024. With 1 year of recorded data, the longitudinal trend is still developing.
Dr. Paoli Garrido's 12 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. Paoli Garrido Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Georgia 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 Knee Replacement
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Knee Replacement Recovery Overview
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Paoli Garrido
How does Dr. Paoli Garrido's procedure volume compare to other Georgia surgeons?
Dr. Paoli Garrido has performed 12 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The Georgia average is 55 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Paoli Garrido ranks #234 out of 245 orthopedic surgeons in Georgia.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Paoli Garrido perform?
Dr. Paoli Garrido's reported Medicare volume is focused on knee replacement, with 12 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Paoli Garrido in Calhoun?
Yes. There are 3 orthopedic surgeons in Calhoun 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 Georgia surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Paoli Garrido 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. Paoli Garrido's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 12 procedures shown here.
Which hospitals is Dr. Paoli Garrido affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Paoli Garrido is affiliated with Adventhealth Gordon.
How does Dr. Paoli Garrido compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Calhoun?
Among the 3 orthopedic surgeons in Calhoun, Dr. Paoli Garrido ranks #3 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Paoli Garrido is among the highest-volume surgeons in Calhoun.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Paoli Garrido practices?
Adventhealth Gordon (3 out of 5 CMS stars, 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 Calhoun, Georgia
Dr. Paoli Garrido's 12 Medicare procedures are below the Calhoun average of 34. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Calhoun.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Adam Land | 60 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Stephen King | 29 | Hip, Knee |
Patient Resources & Verification
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