Dr. Randall Meredith, M.D.
Contact & Location
706-722-3401
Augusta, GA 30901
Dr. Meredith performs more knee replacement procedures than 95% of orthopedic surgeons in Georgia, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #9 of 203 ranked knee surgeons in Georgia.
About Dr. Meredith
Practice. Dr. Randall Meredith is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Augusta, Georgia. The latest annual CMS data records 117 knee replacements and 75 hip replacements, 192 procedures in all. That is #9 in Georgia for knee replacement. A Medicare provider since 2006.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2013 to 2024, 12 years. Volume rose from 89 procedures a year to 192, up 116%.
National context. Among 6,612 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 117 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 | 26 | 63 |
| 2014 | 32 | 66 |
| 2015 | 37 | 87 |
| 2016 | 38 | 82 |
| 2017 | 35 | 78 |
| 2018 | 44 | 91 |
| 2019 | 58 | 97 |
| 2020 | 44 | 66 |
| 2021 | 53 | 71 |
| 2022 | 58 | 90 |
| 2023 | 60 | 131 |
| 2024 | 75 | 117 |
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. Meredith Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Georgia state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Meredith's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 12 years, increasing 116% from 89 procedures in 2013 to 192 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. Meredith
How does Dr. Meredith's procedure volume compare to other Georgia surgeons?
Dr. Meredith has performed 192 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is more than 3x the Georgia average of 55 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Meredith ranks #8 out of 245 orthopedic surgeons in Georgia.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Meredith perform?
Dr. Meredith's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (117 cases) and hip replacement (75 cases).
How experienced is Dr. Meredith with knee replacement surgery?
Dr. Meredith ranks #9 in Georgia for knee replacement with 117 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 245 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Meredith 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. Meredith 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. Meredith's total volume across all insurers at roughly 650 to 810 procedures against the 192 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. Meredith's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Meredith's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 89 procedures in 2013 to 192 in the most recent data, a 116% increase over 12 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 192 procedures in 2024.
Does Dr. Meredith perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Meredith's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (117 cases), hip replacement (75 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Meredith affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Meredith is affiliated with Burke Medical Center, Piedmont Augusta Hospital.
How does Dr. Meredith compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Augusta?
Among the 14 orthopedic surgeons in Augusta, Dr. Meredith ranks #2 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Meredith is among the highest-volume surgeons in Augusta.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Meredith practices?
Burke Medical Center (insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); 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. Meredith's 192 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. John Franklin | 113 | 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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