Dr. William Barnes, MD
Dr. William Barnes is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in MacOn, Georgia. A Medicare provider since 2006, Dr. Barnes has performed 30 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#106 in Georgia) and 18 hip replacements, for a combined total of 48 procedures.
In Georgia, Dr. Barnes performs below average in knee (30 vs 40 avg), below average in hip (18 vs 33 avg).
Dr. Barnes's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (30 cases) and hip replacements (18 cases).
MacOn is home to 9 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the MacOn area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Barnes extend back to 2013, covering 11 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 24 to 48 in the most recent data, a 100% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Dr. Barnes's 30 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. Barnes Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Georgia state average.
Contact & Location
MacOn, GA 31201
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Barnes's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 11 years, increasing 100% from 24 procedures in 2013 to 48 in the most recent data.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Barnes
How does Dr. Barnes's procedure volume compare to other Georgia surgeons?
Dr. Barnes has performed 48 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Georgia average of 55 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Barnes ranks #100 out of 255 orthopedic surgeons in Georgia.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Barnes perform?
Dr. Barnes's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (30 cases) and hip replacement (18 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Barnes in MacOn?
Yes. There are 9 orthopedic surgeons in MacOn 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. Barnes 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. Barnes's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 48 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Barnes's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Barnes's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 24 procedures in 2013 to 48 in the most recent data, a 100% increase over 11 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 67 procedures in 2016.
Does Dr. Barnes perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Barnes's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (30 cases), hip replacement (18 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
How does Dr. Barnes compare to other orthopedic surgeons in MacOn?
Among the 9 orthopedic surgeons in MacOn, Dr. Barnes ranks #6 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in MacOn has 99 verified Medicare procedures.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in MacOn, Georgia
Dr. Barnes's 48 Medicare procedures are below the MacOn average of 63. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in MacOn.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Robert Thornsberry | 99 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Richard Thomas | 73 | Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Wood Pope | 67 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Dennis Jorgensen | 62 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Timothy Stapleton | 56 | Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Joseph Slappey | 37 | Knee |
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