Dr. Russell Flint, MD
Contact & Location
706-692-6980
Jasper, GA 30143
Dr. Flint performs more knee replacement procedures than 52% of orthopedic surgeons in Georgia, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #97 of 203 ranked knee surgeons in Georgia.
About Dr. Flint
Dr. Russell Flint is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Jasper, Georgia. A Medicare provider since 2006, Dr. Flint performed 31 Medicare-verified knee replacements in the latest annual CMS data, ranking #97 in Georgia.
In Georgia, Dr. Flint performs below the state average in knee (31 vs 40).
Dr. Flint's Medicare data shows a focused knee replacement practice with 31 verified procedures. Surgeons who concentrate on a single procedure type often develop deep procedural expertise, though total practice volume may include additional procedures not captured in Medicare fee-for-service data.
Jasper is home to 2 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Jasper area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. Flint's Medicare data spans 11 years, beginning in 2013. Volume peaked at 58 procedures in 2019 before settling at 31 in the most recent data. Changes in Medicare reporting, payer mix shifts, or practice focus adjustments can all influence year-to-year volume.
Dr. Flint's 31 knee replacement procedures is below the national average of 45 among 6,599 surgeons. Medicare data captures roughly a third of all joint replacements, so actual volume is likely higher.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
| Year | Hip Replacement | Knee Replacement |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 11 | 16 |
| 2014 | 0 | 0 |
| 2015 | 0 | 22 |
| 2016 | 21 | 23 |
| 2017 | 12 | 32 |
| 2018 | 24 | 31 |
| 2019 | 16 | 42 |
| 2020 | 21 | 18 |
| 2021 | 13 | 21 |
| 2022 | 12 | 34 |
| 2023 | 0 | 34 |
| 2024 | 0 | 31 |
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. Flint Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Georgia state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Flint's recorded volume peaked at 58 procedures in 2019 and stood at 31 in the most recent data. Year-to-year variation can reflect changes in payer mix, practice scope, or Medicare billing patterns.
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. Flint
How does Dr. Flint's procedure volume compare to other Georgia surgeons?
Dr. Flint has performed 31 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. Flint ranks #144 out of 245 orthopedic surgeons in Georgia.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Flint perform?
Dr. Flint's reported Medicare volume is focused on knee replacement, with 31 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Flint in Jasper?
Yes. There are 2 orthopedic surgeons in Jasper 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. Flint 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. Flint's total volume across all insurers at roughly 110 to 130 procedures against the 31 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. Flint's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Flint's Medicare-recorded volume peaked at 58 procedures in 2019 and was 31 in the most recent data. Volume fluctuations can reflect changes in payer mix, practice focus, or Medicare reporting rather than a change in overall surgical activity.
Which hospitals is Dr. Flint affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Flint is affiliated with Piedmont Mountainside Hospital Inc, Adventhealth Murray.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Flint practices?
Piedmont Mountainside Hospital Inc (4 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Adventhealth Murray (5 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 Jasper, Georgia
Dr. Flint's 31 Medicare procedures are below the Jasper average of 32. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Jasper.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. John Schnars | 32 | Knee |
Patient Resources & Verification
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