Dr. Douglas Phillips, MD
Contact & Location
Augusta, GA 30901
Dr. Douglas Phillips is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Augusta, Georgia. A Medicare provider since 2006, Dr. Phillips has completed 28 knee replacements (#109 in Georgia), 17 shoulder replacements, and 16 hip replacements, totaling 61 Medicare-verified procedures.
In Georgia, Dr. Phillips performs below average in knee (28 vs 40 avg), below average in shoulder (17 vs 24 avg), below average in hip (16 vs 33 avg).
Dr. Phillips performs all three major joint replacement procedures — hip, knee, and shoulder — indicating a broad scope of orthopedic practice. The largest share is knee replacements (28 cases), followed by shoulder replacements (17) and hip replacements (16).
Augusta is home to 14 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Augusta area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. Phillips's Medicare data spans 12 years, beginning in 2013. Volume peaked at 108 procedures in 2019 before settling at 61 in the most recent data. Changes in Medicare reporting, payer mix shifts, or practice focus adjustments can all influence year-to-year volume.
Dr. Phillips's 28 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. Phillips Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Georgia state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Phillips's recorded volume peaked at 108 procedures in 2019 and stood at 61 in the most recent data. Year-to-year variation can reflect changes in payer mix, practice scope, or Medicare billing patterns.
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. Phillips
How does Dr. Phillips's procedure volume compare to other Georgia surgeons?
Dr. Phillips has performed 61 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Georgia average of 55 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Phillips ranks #74 out of 245 orthopedic surgeons in Georgia.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Phillips perform?
Dr. Phillips performs all three major joint replacement procedures: knee replacement (28 cases), shoulder replacement (17 cases), hip replacement (16 cases). This breadth indicates a comprehensive orthopedic joint replacement practice.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Phillips in Augusta?
Yes. There are 14 orthopedic surgeons in Augusta 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. Phillips 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. Phillips's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 61 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Phillips's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Phillips's Medicare-recorded volume peaked at 108 procedures in 2019 and was 61 in the most recent data. Volume fluctuations can reflect changes in payer mix, practice focus, or Medicare reporting rather than a change in overall surgical activity.
Does Dr. Phillips perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Phillips's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (28 cases), shoulder replacement (17 cases), hip replacement (16 cases). Performing all three major joint replacements places Dr. Phillips among the 5% of orthopedic surgeons nationally who cover hip, knee, and shoulder arthroplasty.
Which hospitals is Dr. Phillips affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Phillips is affiliated with Burke Medical Center, Piedmont Augusta Hospital.
How does Dr. Phillips compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Augusta?
Among the 14 orthopedic surgeons in Augusta, Dr. Phillips ranks #6 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Augusta has 194 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Phillips practices?
Burke Medical Center (insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Piedmont Augusta Hospital (2 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 Augusta, Georgia
Dr. Phillips's 61 Medicare procedures are below the Augusta average of 106. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Augusta.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Terry Arrington | 194 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Randall Meredith | 192 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. John Franklin | 113 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. James Raley | 68 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Nicholas Capito | 67 | Shoulder |
| Dr. John Bojescul | 45 | Hip, Knee |
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