Dr. Richard Boe, M.D.
Contact & Location
770-944-1100
Austell, GA 30106
Dr. Boe performs more knee replacement procedures than 61% of orthopedic surgeons in Georgia, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #79 of 203 ranked knee surgeons in Georgia.
About Dr. Boe
Practice. Dr. Richard Boe is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Austell, Georgia. The latest annual CMS data records 34 knee replacements and 21 hip replacements, 55 procedures in all. That is #79 in Georgia for knee replacement. A Medicare provider since 2014.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2021 to 2024, 4 years. Volume rose from 31 procedures a year to 55, up 77%.
National context. Among 6,612 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 34 procedures is below the national average of 45. Medicare covers part of all joint replacements, so true volume is likely higher.
Local context. Austell has 6 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 | 0 |
| 2014 | 0 | 0 |
| 2015 | 0 | 0 |
| 2016 | 0 | 0 |
| 2017 | 0 | 0 |
| 2018 | 0 | 0 |
| 2019 | 0 | 0 |
| 2020 | 0 | 0 |
| 2021 | 12 | 19 |
| 2022 | 0 | 19 |
| 2023 | 28 | 15 |
| 2024 | 21 | 34 |
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. Boe Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Georgia state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Boe's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 4 years, increasing 77% from 31 procedures in 2021 to 55 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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Knee Replacement Recovery Overview
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Boe
How does Dr. Boe's procedure volume compare to other Georgia surgeons?
Dr. Boe has performed 55 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Georgia average of 55 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Boe ranks #87 out of 245 orthopedic surgeons in Georgia.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Boe perform?
Dr. Boe's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (34 cases) and hip replacement (21 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Boe in Austell?
Yes. There are 6 orthopedic surgeons in Austell 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. Boe 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. Boe's total volume across all insurers at roughly 190 to 230 procedures against the 55 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. Boe's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Boe's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 31 procedures in 2021 to 55 in the most recent data, a 77% increase over 4 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 55 procedures in 2024.
Does Dr. Boe perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Boe's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (34 cases), hip replacement (21 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Boe affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Boe is affiliated with Wellstar Douglas Medical Center, Wellstar Cobb Medical Center, Wellstar Paulding Medical Center, Wellstar Kennestone Regional Medical Center.
How does Dr. Boe compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Austell?
Among the 6 orthopedic surgeons in Austell, Dr. Boe ranks #1 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Boe has the highest verified Medicare volume in the city.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Boe practices?
Wellstar Douglas Medical Center (3 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Wellstar Cobb Medical Center (2 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Wellstar Paulding Medical Center (4 out of 5 CMS stars). These are hospital-level quality metrics from CMS Hospital Compare and do not reflect individual surgeon outcomes.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Austell, Georgia
Dr. Boe's 55 Medicare procedures are above the Austell average of 33. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Austell.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Keith Lamberson | 43 | Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Todd Sacks | 33 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Freddy Achecar | 32 | Knee |
| Dr. Gary Simon | 24 | Shoulder |
| Dr. D Brooks | 13 | Knee |
Patient Resources & Verification
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