Dr. Allen McDonald, M.D.
Dr. Allen McDonald is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Atlanta, Georgia. A Medicare provider since 2006, Dr. McDonald has performed 48 Medicare-verified hip replacements (#21 in Georgia) and 47 knee replacements, for a combined total of 95 procedures.
In Georgia, Dr. McDonald performs above average in hip (48 vs 33 avg), near average in knee (47 vs 40 avg).
Dr. McDonald's reported Medicare volume is split between hip replacements (48 cases) and knee replacements (47 cases).
Atlanta is home to 29 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Atlanta area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. McDonald extend back to 2013, covering 11 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 68 to 95 in the most recent data, a 40% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 4,526 hip replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. McDonald's 48 verified procedures is above the national average of 36.
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. McDonald Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Georgia state average.
Contact & Location
Atlanta, GA 30309
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. McDonald's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 11 years, increasing 40% from 68 procedures in 2013 to 95 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.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. McDonald
How does Dr. McDonald's procedure volume compare to other Georgia surgeons?
Dr. McDonald has performed 95 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is significantly above the Georgia average of 55 procedures per surgeon. Dr. McDonald ranks #37 out of 255 orthopedic surgeons in Georgia.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. McDonald perform?
Dr. McDonald's Medicare data shows procedures in hip replacement (48 cases) and knee replacement (47 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. McDonald in Atlanta?
Yes. There are 29 orthopedic surgeons in Atlanta 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. McDonald 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. McDonald's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 95 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. McDonald's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. McDonald's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 68 procedures in 2013 to 95 in the most recent data, a 40% increase over 11 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 101 procedures in 2022.
Does Dr. McDonald perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. McDonald's Medicare data shows procedures in hip replacement (48 cases), knee replacement (47 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. McDonald affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. McDonald is affiliated with Piedmont Hospital, Inc, Piedmont Fayette Hospital.
How does Dr. McDonald compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Atlanta?
Among the 29 orthopedic surgeons in Atlanta, Dr. McDonald ranks #8 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Atlanta has 266 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. McDonald practices?
Piedmont Hospital, Inc (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Piedmont Fayette Hospital (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 Atlanta, Georgia
Dr. McDonald's 95 Medicare procedures are below the Atlanta average of 153. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Atlanta.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Mark Hanna | 266 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Stephen Smith | 177 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Thomas Bradbury | 155 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Greg Erens | 136 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Jeffrey Peretz | 132 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Oren Goltzer | 112 | Hip, Knee |
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