Dr. Jeffrey Peretz, MD
Dr. Jeffrey Peretz is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Atlanta, Georgia. A Medicare provider since 2008, Dr. Peretz has performed 83 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#19 in Georgia) and 49 hip replacements, for a combined total of 132 procedures.
In Georgia, Dr. Peretz performs well above average in knee (83 vs 40 avg), above average in hip (49 vs 33 avg).
Dr. Peretz's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (83 cases) and hip replacements (49 cases).
Atlanta is home to 29 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Atlanta area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Peretz extend back to 2013, covering 11 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 40 to 132 in the most recent data, a 230% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,720 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Peretz's 83 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. Peretz Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Georgia state average.
Contact & Location
Atlanta, GA 30342
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Peretz's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 11 years, increasing 230% from 40 procedures in 2013 to 132 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. Peretz
How does Dr. Peretz's procedure volume compare to other Georgia surgeons?
Dr. Peretz has performed 132 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is more than 2x the Georgia average of 55 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Peretz ranks #22 out of 255 orthopedic surgeons in Georgia.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Peretz perform?
Dr. Peretz's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (83 cases) and hip replacement (49 cases).
How experienced is Dr. Peretz with knee replacement surgery?
Dr. Peretz ranks #19 in Georgia for knee replacement with 83 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 255 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Peretz in Atlanta?
Yes. There are 29 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. Peretz 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. Peretz's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 132 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Peretz's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Peretz's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 40 procedures in 2013 to 132 in the most recent data, a 230% increase over 11 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 136 procedures in 2019.
Does Dr. Peretz perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Peretz's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (83 cases), hip replacement (49 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Peretz affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Peretz is affiliated with Saint Joseph'S Hospital Of Atlanta, Inc, Northside Hospital, Emory University Hospital.
How does Dr. Peretz compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Atlanta?
Among the 29 orthopedic surgeons in Atlanta, Dr. Peretz ranks #5 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Atlanta has 266 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Peretz practices?
Saint Joseph'S Hospital Of Atlanta, Inc (2 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Northside Hospital (3 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Emory University Hospital (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. Peretz's 132 Medicare procedures are below the Atlanta average of 154. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Atlanta.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Mark Hanna | 266 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Stephen Smith | 177 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Thomas Bradbury | 155 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Greg Erens | 136 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Oren Goltzer | 112 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. James Roberson | 103 | Hip, Knee |
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