Dr. John Franklin, M.D.
Contact & Location
706-863-9797
Augusta, GA 30909
Dr. Franklin performs more knee replacement procedures than 92% of orthopedic surgeons in Georgia, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #15 of 203 ranked knee surgeons in Georgia.
About Dr. Franklin
Practice. Dr. John Franklin is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Augusta, Georgia. The latest annual CMS data records 93 knee replacements and 20 hip replacements, 113 procedures in all. That is #15 in Georgia for knee replacement. A Medicare provider since 2006.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2013 to 2024, 12 years. Volume rose from 74 procedures a year to 113, up 53%.
National context. Among 6,612 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 93 procedures is more than 2x the national average of 45.
Local context. Augusta has 14 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 | 27 | 47 |
| 2014 | 27 | 43 |
| 2015 | 30 | 62 |
| 2016 | 34 | 58 |
| 2017 | 24 | 68 |
| 2018 | 23 | 70 |
| 2019 | 26 | 67 |
| 2020 | 33 | 61 |
| 2021 | 18 | 63 |
| 2022 | 33 | 79 |
| 2023 | 19 | 79 |
| 2024 | 20 | 93 |
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, 25% to 33% for hip 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. Franklin Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Georgia state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Franklin's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 12 years, increasing 53% from 74 procedures in 2013 to 113 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.
Patient Resources: Preparing for Knee Replacement
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Knee Replacement Recovery Overview
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Franklin
How does Dr. Franklin's procedure volume compare to other Georgia surgeons?
Dr. Franklin has performed 113 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is more than 2x the Georgia average of 55 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Franklin ranks #26 out of 245 orthopedic surgeons in Georgia.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Franklin perform?
Dr. Franklin's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (93 cases) and hip replacement (20 cases).
How experienced is Dr. Franklin with knee replacement surgery?
Dr. Franklin ranks #15 in Georgia for knee replacement with 93 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 245 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Franklin 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. Franklin 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, 25% to 33% for hip replacement, which puts Dr. Franklin's total volume across all insurers at roughly 390 to 480 procedures against the 113 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. Franklin's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Franklin's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 74 procedures in 2013 to 113 in the most recent data, a 53% increase over 12 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 113 procedures in 2024.
Does Dr. Franklin perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Franklin's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (93 cases), hip replacement (20 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Franklin affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Franklin is affiliated with Burke Medical Center, Doctors Hospital, Piedmont Augusta Hospital.
How does Dr. Franklin compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Augusta?
Among the 14 orthopedic surgeons in Augusta, Dr. Franklin ranks #3 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Franklin is among the highest-volume surgeons in Augusta.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Franklin practices?
Burke Medical Center (insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Doctors Hospital (2 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); 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. Franklin's 113 Medicare procedures are above 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. James Raley | 68 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Nicholas Capito | 67 | Shoulder |
| Dr. Douglas Phillips | 61 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. John Bojescul | 45 | Hip, Knee |
Patient Resources & Verification
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