Dr. Larry Carter, MD
Dr. Larry Carter is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Augusta, Georgia. A Medicare provider since 2006, Dr. Carter has completed 54 knee replacements (#43 in Georgia), 16 hip replacements, and 12 shoulder replacements, totaling 82 Medicare-verified procedures.
In Georgia, Dr. Carter performs above average in knee (54 vs 40 avg), below average in hip (16 vs 33 avg), below average in shoulder (12 vs 24 avg).
Dr. Carter performs all three major joint replacement procedures — hip, knee, and shoulder — indicating a broad scope of orthopedic practice. The largest share is knee replacements (54 cases), followed by hip replacements (16) and shoulder replacements (12).
Augusta is home to 14 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Augusta area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Carter extend back to 2013, covering 11 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 67 to 82 in the most recent data, a 22% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,720 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Carter's 54 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. Carter Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Georgia state average.
Contact & Location
Augusta, GA 30901
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Carter's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 11 years, increasing 22% from 67 procedures in 2013 to 82 in the most recent data.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Carter
How does Dr. Carter's procedure volume compare to other Georgia surgeons?
Dr. Carter has performed 82 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Georgia average of 55 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Carter ranks #50 out of 255 orthopedic surgeons in Georgia.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Carter perform?
Dr. Carter performs all three major joint replacement procedures: knee replacement (54 cases), hip replacement (16 cases), shoulder replacement (12 cases). This breadth indicates a comprehensive orthopedic joint replacement practice.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Carter 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. Carter 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. Carter's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 82 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Carter's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Carter's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 67 procedures in 2013 to 82 in the most recent data, a 22% increase over 11 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 82 procedures in 2023.
Does Dr. Carter perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Carter's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (54 cases), hip replacement (16 cases), shoulder replacement (12 cases). Performing all three major joint replacements places Dr. Carter among the 5% of orthopedic surgeons nationally who cover hip, knee, and shoulder arthroplasty.
How does Dr. Carter compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Augusta?
Among the 14 orthopedic surgeons in Augusta, Dr. Carter ranks #5 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Augusta has 204 verified Medicare procedures.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Augusta, Georgia
Dr. Carter's 82 Medicare procedures are below the Augusta average of 112. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Augusta.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Terry Arrington | 204 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Randall Meredith | 191 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. John Franklin | 98 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Douglas Phillips | 84 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. James Raley | 70 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Nicholas Capito | 56 | Shoulder |
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