Dr. Donald Beringer, M.D.
Contact & Location
770-292-6500
Atlanta, GA 30342
Dr. Beringer performs more hip replacement procedures than 54% of orthopedic surgeons in Georgia, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #57 of 126 ranked hip surgeons in Georgia.
About Dr. Beringer
Practice. Dr. Donald Beringer is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Atlanta, Georgia. The latest annual CMS data records 28 hip replacements and 24 knee replacements, 52 procedures in all. That is #57 in Georgia for hip replacement. A Medicare provider since 2006.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2013 to 2024, 11 years. Volume has held between 24 and 59 procedures a year.
National context. Among 4,542 hip replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 28 procedures is below the national average of 36. Medicare covers part of all joint replacements, so true volume is likely higher.
Local context. Atlanta has 30 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare data. Comparing volume and procedure mix across them is one way to narrow a shortlist.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
| Year | Hip Replacement | Knee Replacement |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 19 | 29 |
| 2014 | 29 | 30 |
| 2015 | 22 | 35 |
| 2016 | 29 | 30 |
| 2017 | 19 | 20 |
| 2018 | 0 | 0 |
| 2019 | 12 | 14 |
| 2020 | 0 | 24 |
| 2021 | 26 | 13 |
| 2022 | 27 | 23 |
| 2023 | 27 | 18 |
| 2024 | 28 | 24 |
Verified Medicare Cases
How is this estimated?
Medicare Part B fee-for-service claims are one payer stream among several, and the share they represent differs by procedure. In 2024 it was 25% to 33% for hip replacement, 23% to 28% for knee replacement. Each verified count above is divided by its own procedure's range, and the results are added, to estimate total practice volume across all payers. The verified Medicare count is the definitive, audited figure; this is a range derived from published national volume projections, not a measurement, and an individual practice can sit well outside it: how these ranges are derived, and their sources.
How Dr. Beringer Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Georgia state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Beringer's procedure volume has been consistent across 11 years of Medicare data, ranging from 24 to 59 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.
Patient Resources: Preparing for Hip Replacement
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Hip Replacement Recovery Overview
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Beringer
How does Dr. Beringer's procedure volume compare to other Georgia surgeons?
Dr. Beringer has performed 52 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Georgia average of 55 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Beringer ranks #90 out of 245 orthopedic surgeons in Georgia.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Beringer perform?
Dr. Beringer's Medicare data shows procedures in hip replacement (28 cases) and knee replacement (24 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Beringer in Atlanta?
Yes. There are 30 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. Beringer represent?
The procedure counts shown are based on 2024 Medicare Part B fee-for-service claims data, published by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). Medicare fee-for-service is only one payer stream, and the share of national volume it represents differs by procedure. In 2024 the share was 25% to 33% for hip replacement, 23% to 28% for knee replacement, which puts Dr. Beringer's total volume across all insurers at roughly 170 to 220 procedures against the 52 verified here. Those shares are derived from published national volume projections rather than quoted from a single publication, and they are estimates with real uncertainty. The OrthoProcedures methodology page shows the full derivation, the sources, and the limits at orthoprocedures.com/data-methodology.html.
Has Dr. Beringer's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Beringer's procedure volume has been relatively stable over 11 years of Medicare data, ranging from 24 to 59 procedures per year between 2013 and 2024. Consistent volume over multiple years reflects a steady joint replacement practice.
Does Dr. Beringer perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Beringer's Medicare data shows procedures in hip replacement (28 cases), knee replacement (24 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Beringer affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Beringer is affiliated with Northside Hospital, Northside Hospital Cherokee, Wellstar Kennestone Regional Medical Center, Northside Hospital Forsyth, Northside Hospital Gwinnett.
How does Dr. Beringer compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Atlanta?
Among the 30 orthopedic surgeons in Atlanta, Dr. Beringer ranks #14 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Atlanta has 249 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Beringer practices?
Northside Hospital (3 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Northside Hospital Cherokee (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Wellstar Kennestone Regional Medical Center (4 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. Beringer's 52 Medicare procedures are below the Atlanta average of 156. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Atlanta.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Mark Hanna | 249 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Thomas Bradbury | 207 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Jeffrey Peretz | 182 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Stephen Smith | 147 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Greg Erens | 135 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Oren Goltzer | 122 | Hip, Knee |
Patient Resources & Verification
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