Dr. Roland Barr, MD
Dr. Roland Barr is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Herrin, Illinois. A Medicare provider since 2006, Dr. Barr has performed 54 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#87 in Illinois) and 13 hip replacements, for a combined total of 67 procedures.
In Illinois, Dr. Barr performs near average in knee (54 vs 51 avg), below average in hip (13 vs 38 avg).
Dr. Barr's practice is heavily focused on knee replacement surgery, which accounts for 81% of reported Medicare volume.
Herrin is home to 6 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Herrin area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. Barr's Medicare data spans 11 years, beginning in 2013. Volume peaked at 124 procedures in 2013 before settling at 67 in the most recent data. Changes in Medicare reporting, payer mix shifts, or practice focus adjustments can all influence year-to-year volume.
Among 6,720 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Barr's 54 verified procedures is above the national average of 45.
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. Barr Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Illinois state average.
Contact & Location
Herrin, IL 62948
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Barr's recorded volume peaked at 124 procedures in 2013 and stood at 67 in the most recent data. Year-to-year variation can reflect changes in payer mix, practice scope, or Medicare billing patterns.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Barr
How does Dr. Barr's procedure volume compare to other Illinois surgeons?
Dr. Barr has performed 67 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Illinois average of 69 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Barr ranks #124 out of 323 orthopedic surgeons in Illinois.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Barr perform?
Dr. Barr's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (54 cases) and hip replacement (13 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Barr in Herrin?
Yes. There are 6 orthopedic surgeons in Herrin 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 Illinois surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Barr 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. Barr's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 67 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Barr's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Barr's Medicare-recorded volume peaked at 124 procedures in 2013 and was 67 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.
Does Dr. Barr perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Barr's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (54 cases), hip replacement (13 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
How does Dr. Barr compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Herrin?
Among the 6 orthopedic surgeons in Herrin, Dr. Barr ranks #3 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Barr is among the highest-volume surgeons in Herrin.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Herrin, Illinois
Dr. Barr's 67 Medicare procedures are below the Herrin average of 72. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Herrin.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. James Davis | 139 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Brian Daines | 114 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Robert Golz | 48 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Treg Brown | 43 | Shoulder |
| Dr. John Wood | 18 | Knee |
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