Dr. David Harkins, DO
Contact & Location
Monroe, GA 30655
Dr. David Harkins is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Monroe, Georgia. A Medicare provider since 2006, Dr. Harkins has performed 26 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#115 in Georgia) and 23 shoulder replacements, for a combined total of 49 procedures.
In Georgia, Dr. Harkins performs below average in knee (26 vs 40 avg), near average in shoulder (23 vs 24 avg).
Dr. Harkins's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (26 cases) and shoulder replacements (23 cases).
Dr. Harkins is the only orthopedic surgeon in Monroe represented in the current Medicare dataset, serving as the primary local option for patients considering joint replacement surgery in the area.
Medicare records for Dr. Harkins extend back to 2014, covering 11 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 32 to 49 in the most recent data, a 53% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Dr. Harkins's 26 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. Harkins Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Georgia state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Harkins's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 11 years, increasing 53% from 32 procedures in 2014 to 49 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. Harkins
How does Dr. Harkins's procedure volume compare to other Georgia surgeons?
Dr. Harkins has performed 49 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Georgia average of 55 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Harkins ranks #96 out of 245 orthopedic surgeons in Georgia.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Harkins perform?
Dr. Harkins's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (26 cases) and shoulder replacement (23 cases).
Where is Dr. Harkins's practice located?
Dr. Harkins practices in Monroe, Georgia. The office is located at 705 Breedlove Dr Ste 200, Monroe, GA 30655. Patients in the surrounding area can consult Dr. Harkins for joint replacement evaluation.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Harkins 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. Harkins's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 49 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Harkins's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Harkins's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 32 procedures in 2014 to 49 in the most recent data, a 53% increase over 11 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 53 procedures in 2020.
Does Dr. Harkins perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Harkins's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (26 cases), shoulder replacement (23 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Harkins affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Harkins is affiliated with Piedmont Walton Hospital, Inc.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Harkins practices?
Piedmont Walton Hospital, Inc (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.
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