Dr. Mark Hanna, M.D.
Contact & Location
Atlanta, GA 30342
Dr. Mark Hanna is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Atlanta, Georgia. A Medicare provider since 2005, Dr. Hanna has performed 161 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#3 in Georgia) and 88 hip replacements, for a combined total of 249 procedures.
In Georgia, Dr. Hanna performs well above average in knee (161 vs 40 avg), well above average in hip (88 vs 33 avg).
Dr. Hanna's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (161 cases) and hip replacements (88 cases).
Atlanta is home to 30 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. Hanna extend back to 2013, covering 12 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 169 to 249 in the most recent data, a 47% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,599 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Hanna's 161 verified procedures is more than 3x the national average of 45, ranking #133 nationally.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
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. Hanna Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Georgia state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Hanna's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 12 years, increasing 47% from 169 procedures in 2013 to 249 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. Hanna
How does Dr. Hanna's procedure volume compare to other Georgia surgeons?
Dr. Hanna has performed 249 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is more than 4x the Georgia average of 55 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Hanna ranks #4 out of 245 orthopedic surgeons in Georgia.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Hanna perform?
Dr. Hanna's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (161 cases) and hip replacement (88 cases).
How experienced is Dr. Hanna with knee replacement surgery?
Dr. Hanna ranks #3 in Georgia for knee replacement with 161 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 245 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Hanna in Atlanta?
Yes. There are 30 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. Hanna 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. Hanna's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 249 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Hanna's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Hanna's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 169 procedures in 2013 to 249 in the most recent data, a 47% increase over 12 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 273 procedures in 2021.
Does Dr. Hanna perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Hanna's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (161 cases), hip replacement (88 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Hanna affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Hanna is affiliated with Saint Joseph'S Hospital Of Atlanta, Inc.
How does Dr. Hanna compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Atlanta?
Among the 30 orthopedic surgeons in Atlanta, Dr. Hanna ranks #1 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Hanna has the highest verified Medicare volume in the city.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Hanna practices?
Saint Joseph'S Hospital Of Atlanta, Inc (2 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison). These are hospital-level quality metrics from CMS Hospital Compare and do not reflect individual surgeon outcomes.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Atlanta, Georgia
Dr. Hanna's 249 Medicare procedures are above the Atlanta average of 164. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Atlanta.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Thomas Bradbury | 207 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Jeffrey Peretz | 182 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Stephen Smith | 147 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Greg Erens | 135 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Oren Goltzer | 122 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Ajay Premkumar | 104 | Hip, Knee |
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