Dr. George Guild, M.D.
Dr. George Guild is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Cumming, Georgia. A Medicare provider since 2008, Dr. Guild has performed 63 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#32 in Georgia) and 45 hip replacements, for a combined total of 108 procedures.
In Georgia, Dr. Guild performs above average in knee (63 vs 40 avg), above average in hip (45 vs 33 avg).
Dr. Guild's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (63 cases) and hip replacements (45 cases).
Cumming is home to 8 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Cumming area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Guild extend back to 2014, covering 10 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 32 to 108 in the most recent data, a 238% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,720 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Guild's 63 verified procedures is above the national average of 45.
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. Guild Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Georgia state average.
Contact & Location
Cumming, GA 30041
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Guild's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 10 years, increasing 238% from 32 procedures in 2014 to 108 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. Guild
How does Dr. Guild's procedure volume compare to other Georgia surgeons?
Dr. Guild has performed 108 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is significantly above the Georgia average of 55 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Guild ranks #27 out of 255 orthopedic surgeons in Georgia.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Guild perform?
Dr. Guild's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (63 cases) and hip replacement (45 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Guild in Cumming?
Yes. There are 8 orthopedic surgeons in Cumming 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. Guild 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. Guild's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 108 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Guild's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Guild's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 32 procedures in 2014 to 108 in the most recent data, a 238% increase over 10 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 116 procedures in 2017.
Does Dr. Guild perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Guild's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (63 cases), hip replacement (45 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Guild affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Guild is affiliated with Northside Hospital Forsyth, Northside Hospital.
How does Dr. Guild compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Cumming?
Among the 8 orthopedic surgeons in Cumming, Dr. Guild ranks #2 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Guild is among the highest-volume surgeons in Cumming.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Guild practices?
Northside Hospital Forsyth (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Northside Hospital (3 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 Cumming, Georgia
Dr. Guild's 108 Medicare procedures are below the Cumming average of 134. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Cumming.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Charles Decook | 579 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Robert Yarbrough | 72 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Brandon Naylor | 61 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Mathew Levine | 61 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Daniel Verhotz | 37 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Timothy Griffith | 19 | Shoulder |
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