Dr. Gary Davis, M.D.
Contact & Location
770-532-7202
Gainesville, GA 30501
Dr. Davis performs more knee replacement procedures than 75% of orthopedic surgeons in Georgia, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #50 of 203 ranked knee surgeons in Georgia.
About Dr. Davis
Practice. Dr. Gary Davis is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Gainesville, Georgia. The latest annual CMS data records 45 knee replacements. That is #50 in Georgia for knee replacement. A Medicare provider since 2005.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2013 to 2024, 12 years. Volume has held between 32 and 75 procedures a year.
National context. Among 6,612 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 45 procedures is near the national average of 45.
Local context. Gainesville has 9 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 | 11 | 42 |
| 2014 | 0 | 53 |
| 2015 | 0 | 41 |
| 2016 | 0 | 39 |
| 2017 | 0 | 42 |
| 2018 | 0 | 45 |
| 2019 | 0 | 50 |
| 2020 | 0 | 32 |
| 2021 | 0 | 41 |
| 2022 | 19 | 56 |
| 2023 | 19 | 42 |
| 2024 | 0 | 45 |
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 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. Davis Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Georgia state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Davis's procedure volume has been consistent across 12 years of Medicare data, ranging from 32 to 75 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 Knee Replacement
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Knee Replacement Recovery Overview
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Davis
How does Dr. Davis's procedure volume compare to other Georgia surgeons?
Dr. Davis has performed 45 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Georgia average of 55 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Davis ranks #101 out of 245 orthopedic surgeons in Georgia.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Davis perform?
Dr. Davis's reported Medicare volume is focused on knee replacement, with 45 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Davis 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. Davis 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 23% to 28% for knee replacement, which puts Dr. Davis's total volume across all insurers at roughly 160 to 200 procedures against the 45 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. Davis's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Davis's procedure volume has been relatively stable over 12 years of Medicare data, ranging from 32 to 75 procedures per year between 2013 and 2024. Consistent volume over multiple years reflects a steady joint replacement practice.
Which hospitals is Dr. Davis affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Davis is affiliated with Northeast Georgia Medical Center, Inc, Northeast Georgia Medical Center Habersham.
How does Dr. Davis compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Gainesville?
Among the 9 orthopedic surgeons in Gainesville, Dr. Davis ranks #5 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Gainesville has 110 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Davis practices?
Northeast Georgia Medical Center, Inc (2 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Northeast Georgia Medical Center Habersham (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.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Gainesville, Georgia
Dr. Davis's 45 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. Barry Munn | 30 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Justin Barrett | 27 | Shoulder |
Patient Resources & Verification
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