Dr. Zachary Hurst, M.D.
Contact & Location
706-620-3635
Evans, GA 30809
Dr. Hurst performs more knee replacement procedures than 14% of orthopedic surgeons in Georgia, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #174 of 203 ranked knee surgeons in Georgia.
About Dr. Hurst
Practice. Dr. Zachary Hurst is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Evans, Georgia. The latest annual CMS data records 15 knee replacements. That is #174 in Georgia for knee replacement. A Medicare provider since 2017.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2022 to 2024, 3 years. Volume peaked at 38 in 2023 and stands at 15 now. Reporting changes and payer mix can both move that number.
National context. Among 6,612 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 15 procedures is below the national average of 45. Medicare covers part of all joint replacements, so true volume is likely higher.
Local context. Evans has 2 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare data. Comparing volume and procedure mix across them is one way to narrow a shortlist. Dr. Hurst also holds hospital privileges in GA and SC, a practice that extends beyond Georgia.
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 | 0 | 0 |
| 2022 | 11 | 12 |
| 2023 | 13 | 25 |
| 2024 | 0 | 15 |
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. Hurst Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Georgia state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Hurst's recorded volume peaked at 38 procedures in 2023 and stood at 15 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. Hurst
How does Dr. Hurst's procedure volume compare to other Georgia surgeons?
Dr. Hurst has performed 15 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. Hurst ranks #207 out of 245 orthopedic surgeons in Georgia.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Hurst perform?
Dr. Hurst's reported Medicare volume is focused on knee replacement, with 15 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Hurst in Evans?
Yes. There are 2 orthopedic surgeons in Evans 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. Hurst 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. Hurst's total volume across all insurers at roughly 50 to 70 procedures against the 15 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. Hurst's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Hurst's Medicare-recorded volume peaked at 38 procedures in 2023 and was 15 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. Hurst affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Hurst is affiliated with Piedmont Augusta Hospital, Aiken Regional Medical Center. Dr. Hurst maintains hospital privileges across state lines, indicating a practice that serves patients in multiple states.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Hurst practices?
Piedmont Augusta Hospital (2 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Aiken Regional Medical Center (1 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 Evans, Georgia
Dr. Hurst's 15 Medicare procedures are above the Evans average of 13. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Evans.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Jewell Duncan | 11 | Knee |
Patient Resources & Verification
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