Dr. J.Richard Evanson, D.O.
Dr. J.Richard Evanson is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Fort Gordon, Georgia. A Medicare provider since 2008, Dr. Evanson has performed 46 Medicare-verified hip replacements (#24 in Georgia) and 32 knee replacements, for a combined total of 78 procedures.
In Georgia, Dr. Evanson performs above average in hip (46 vs 33 avg), near average in knee (32 vs 40 avg).
Dr. Evanson's reported Medicare volume is split between hip replacements (46 cases) and knee replacements (32 cases).
Dr. Evanson is the only orthopedic surgeon in Fort Gordon 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. Evanson extend back to 2018, covering 6 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 13 to 78 in the most recent data, a 500% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 4,526 hip replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Evanson's 46 verified procedures is above the national average of 36.
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. Evanson Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Georgia state average.
Contact & Location
Fort Gordon, GA 30905
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Evanson's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 6 years, increasing 500% from 13 procedures in 2018 to 78 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. Evanson
How does Dr. Evanson's procedure volume compare to other Georgia surgeons?
Dr. Evanson has performed 78 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Georgia average of 55 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Evanson ranks #54 out of 255 orthopedic surgeons in Georgia.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Evanson perform?
Dr. Evanson's Medicare data shows procedures in hip replacement (46 cases) and knee replacement (32 cases).
Where is Dr. Evanson's practice located?
Dr. Evanson practices in Fort Gordon, Georgia. The office is located at 300 W Hospital Road, Room 11c17 Attn: Office Of Gme, Fort Gordon, GA 30905. Patients in the surrounding area can consult Dr. Evanson for joint replacement evaluation.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Evanson 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. Evanson's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 78 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Evanson's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Evanson's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 13 procedures in 2018 to 78 in the most recent data, a 500% increase over 6 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 79 procedures in 2022.
Does Dr. Evanson perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Evanson's Medicare data shows procedures in hip replacement (46 cases), knee replacement (32 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Evanson affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Evanson is affiliated with Legent Orthopedic Hospital, Medical City Plano, Methodist Hospital For Surgery. Dr. Evanson maintains hospital privileges across state lines, indicating a practice that serves patients in multiple states.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Evanson practices?
Legent Orthopedic Hospital (insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Medical City Plano (2 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Methodist Hospital For Surgery (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.
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