Dr. Richard Maguire, M.D
Dr. Richard Maguire is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Hiram, Georgia. A Medicare provider since 2006, Dr. Maguire has performed 25 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#114 in Georgia) and 12 hip replacements, for a combined total of 37 procedures.
In Georgia, Dr. Maguire performs below average in knee (25 vs 40 avg), below average in hip (12 vs 33 avg).
Dr. Maguire's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (25 cases) and hip replacements (12 cases).
Beyond general orthopedic surgery, Dr. Maguire holds additional credentials in Sports Medicine, reflecting subspecialty training that may benefit patients with complex joint conditions.
Dr. Maguire is the only orthopedic surgeon in Hiram represented in the current Medicare dataset, serving as the primary local option for patients considering joint replacement surgery in the area.
Medicare records for Dr. Maguire extend back to 2013, covering 11 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 12 to 37 in the most recent data, a 208% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Dr. Maguire's 25 knee replacement procedures is below the national average of 45 among 6,720 surgeons. Medicare data captures roughly a third of all joint replacements, so actual volume is likely higher.
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. Maguire Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Georgia state average.
Contact & Location
Hiram, GA 30141
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Maguire's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 11 years, increasing 208% from 12 procedures in 2013 to 37 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. Maguire
How does Dr. Maguire's procedure volume compare to other Georgia surgeons?
Dr. Maguire has performed 37 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. Maguire ranks #128 out of 255 orthopedic surgeons in Georgia.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Maguire perform?
Dr. Maguire's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (25 cases) and hip replacement (12 cases).
Where is Dr. Maguire's practice located?
Dr. Maguire practices in Hiram, Georgia. The office is located at 148 Bill Carruth Parkway, Hiram, GA 30141. Patients in the surrounding area can consult Dr. Maguire for joint replacement evaluation.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Maguire 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. Maguire's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 37 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Maguire's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Maguire's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 12 procedures in 2013 to 37 in the most recent data, a 208% increase over 11 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 53 procedures in 2019.
Does Dr. Maguire perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Maguire's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (25 cases), hip replacement (12 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Maguire affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Maguire is affiliated with Piedmont Cartersville Medical Center.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Maguire practices?
Piedmont Cartersville Medical Center (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.
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