Dr. David Harris, M.D.
Contact & Location
219-836-1060
Munster, IN 46321
Dr. Harris performs more shoulder replacement procedures than 40% of orthopedic surgeons in Indiana, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #41 of 69 ranked shoulder surgeons in Indiana.
About Dr. Harris
Practice. Dr. David Harris is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Munster, Indiana. The latest annual CMS data records 17 shoulder replacements and 16 knee replacements, 33 procedures in all. That is #41 in Indiana for shoulder replacement. A Medicare provider since 2007.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2013 to 2024, 12 years. Volume rose from 18 procedures a year to 33, up 83%.
National context. Among 2,217 shoulder replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 17 procedures is below the national average of 29. Medicare covers part of all joint replacements, so true volume is likely higher.
Local context. Munster has 9 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare data. Comparing volume and procedure mix across them is one way to narrow a shortlist.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
| Year | Knee Replacement | Shoulder Replacement |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 0 | 18 |
| 2014 | 0 | 22 |
| 2015 | 0 | 21 |
| 2016 | 0 | 16 |
| 2017 | 0 | 18 |
| 2018 | 0 | 11 |
| 2019 | 0 | 23 |
| 2020 | 17 | 14 |
| 2021 | 23 | 21 |
| 2022 | 24 | 15 |
| 2023 | 14 | 19 |
| 2024 | 16 | 17 |
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 29% to 37% for shoulder replacement, 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. Harris Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Indiana state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Harris's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 12 years, increasing 83% from 18 procedures in 2013 to 33 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.
Patient Resources: Preparing for Shoulder Replacement
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Recovery Timeline: Week-by-Week ExpectationsA detailed week-by-week guide covering pain levels, mobility milestones, physical therapy progression, and when to expect a return to daily activities.
Outpatient Joint Replacement: A Medicare GuideHow outpatient joint replacement works under Medicare, including eligibility criteria, cost differences, and what to expect with same-day discharge.
Shoulder Replacement Recovery Overview
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Harris
How does Dr. Harris's procedure volume compare to other Indiana surgeons?
Dr. Harris has performed 33 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The Indiana average is 60 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Harris ranks #152 out of 224 orthopedic surgeons in Indiana.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Harris perform?
Dr. Harris's Medicare data shows procedures in shoulder replacement (17 cases) and knee replacement (16 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Harris in Munster?
Yes. There are 9 orthopedic surgeons in Munster 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 Indiana surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Harris 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 29% to 37% for shoulder replacement, 23% to 28% for knee replacement, which puts Dr. Harris's total volume across all insurers at roughly 100 to 130 procedures against the 33 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. Harris's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Harris's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 18 procedures in 2013 to 33 in the most recent data, a 83% increase over 12 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 44 procedures in 2021.
Does Dr. Harris perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Harris's Medicare data shows procedures in shoulder replacement (17 cases), knee replacement (16 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Harris affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Harris is affiliated with Community Hospital, Franciscan Health Munster, Franciscan Health Dyer, St Catherine Hospital Inc, St Mary Medical Center Inc.
How does Dr. Harris compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Munster?
Among the 9 orthopedic surgeons in Munster, Dr. Harris ranks #8 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Munster has 121 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Harris practices?
Community Hospital (3 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Franciscan Health Munster (3 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Franciscan Health Dyer (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.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Munster, Indiana
Dr. Harris's 33 Medicare procedures are below the Munster average of 73. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Munster.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Jonathan Edgington | 121 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Gregory McComis | 120 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Michael Knesek | 76 | Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Daniel Woods | 65 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Nikhil Pandhi | 53 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Jeffrey Tioco | 43 | Hip, Knee |
Patient Resources & Verification
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