Dr. Peter Symbas, M.D.
Contact & Location
404-352-1015
Atlanta, GA 30318
Dr. Symbas performs more knee replacement procedures than 66% of orthopedic surgeons in Georgia, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #67 of 203 ranked knee surgeons in Georgia.
About Dr. Symbas
Practice. Dr. Peter Symbas is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Atlanta, Georgia. The latest annual CMS data records 40 knee replacements. That is #67 in Georgia for knee replacement. A Medicare provider since 2005.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2013 to 2024, 12 years. Volume has held between 36 and 58 procedures a year.
National context. Among 6,612 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 40 procedures is near the national average of 45.
Local context. Atlanta has 30 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 | 0 | 45 |
| 2014 | 0 | 39 |
| 2015 | 0 | 36 |
| 2016 | 13 | 34 |
| 2017 | 0 | 40 |
| 2018 | 11 | 37 |
| 2019 | 14 | 38 |
| 2020 | 11 | 27 |
| 2021 | 14 | 24 |
| 2022 | 17 | 41 |
| 2023 | 13 | 32 |
| 2024 | 0 | 40 |
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. 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. Symbas Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Georgia state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Symbas's procedure volume has been consistent across 12 years of Medicare data, ranging from 36 to 58 procedures per year. This stability suggests a well-established joint replacement practice.
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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Outpatient Joint Replacement: A Medicare GuideHow outpatient joint replacement works under Medicare, including eligibility criteria, cost differences, and what to expect with same-day discharge.
Knee Replacement Recovery Overview
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Symbas
How does Dr. Symbas's procedure volume compare to other Georgia surgeons?
Dr. Symbas has performed 40 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The Georgia average is 55 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Symbas ranks #120 out of 245 orthopedic surgeons in Georgia.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Symbas perform?
Dr. Symbas's reported Medicare volume is focused on knee replacement, with 40 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Symbas 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. Symbas 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, which puts Dr. Symbas's total volume across all insurers at roughly 140 to 170 procedures against the 40 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. Symbas's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Symbas's procedure volume has been relatively stable over 12 years of Medicare data, ranging from 36 to 58 procedures per year between 2013 and 2024. Consistent volume over multiple years reflects a steady joint replacement practice.
Which hospitals is Dr. Symbas affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Symbas is affiliated with Piedmont Hospital, Inc, Piedmont Mountainside Hospital Inc.
How does Dr. Symbas compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Atlanta?
Among the 30 orthopedic surgeons in Atlanta, Dr. Symbas ranks #21 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Atlanta has 249 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Symbas practices?
Piedmont Hospital, Inc (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Piedmont Mountainside Hospital Inc (4 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. Symbas's 40 Medicare procedures are below the Atlanta average of 155. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Atlanta.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Mark Hanna | 249 | Hip, Knee |
| 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 |
Patient Resources & Verification
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