Dr. Barry Munn, MD
Contact & Location
Gainesville, GA 30506
Dr. Barry Munn is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Gainesville, Georgia. A Medicare provider since 2006, Dr. Munn has performed 15 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#170 in Georgia) and 15 hip replacements, for a combined total of 30 procedures.
In Georgia, Dr. Munn performs below average in knee (15 vs 40 avg), below average in hip (15 vs 33 avg).
Dr. Munn's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (15 cases) and hip replacements (15 cases).
Gainesville is home to 9 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Gainesville area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Munn extend back to 2013, covering 11 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 17 to 30 in the most recent data, a 76% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Dr. Munn's 15 hip replacement procedures is below the national average of 36 among 4,532 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. Munn Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Georgia state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Munn's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 11 years, increasing 76% from 17 procedures in 2013 to 30 in the most recent data.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Munn
How does Dr. Munn's procedure volume compare to other Georgia surgeons?
Dr. Munn has performed 30 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. Munn ranks #146 out of 245 orthopedic surgeons in Georgia.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Munn perform?
Dr. Munn's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (15 cases) and hip replacement (15 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Munn in Gainesville?
Yes. There are 9 orthopedic surgeons in Gainesville 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. Munn 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. Munn's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 30 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Munn's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Munn's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 17 procedures in 2013 to 30 in the most recent data, a 76% increase over 11 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 36 procedures in 2023.
Does Dr. Munn perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Munn's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (15 cases), hip replacement (15 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
How does Dr. Munn compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Gainesville?
Among the 9 orthopedic surgeons in Gainesville, Dr. Munn ranks #6 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Gainesville has 110 verified Medicare procedures.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Gainesville, Georgia
Dr. Munn's 30 Medicare procedures are below the Gainesville average of 63. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Gainesville.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. John Vachtsevanos | 110 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Shan Sharif | 103 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Michael Gottsman | 71 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Robert Wood | 58 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Gary Davis | 45 | Knee |
| Dr. Justin Barrett | 27 | Shoulder |
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