Dr. Jeffrey Harris, MD
Contact & Location
Fort Wayne, IN 46825
Dr. Jeffrey Harris is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Fort Wayne, Indiana. A Medicare provider since 2005, Dr. Harris has performed 25 Medicare-verified knee replacements, ranking #127 in Indiana.
In Indiana, Dr. Harris performs below average in knee (25 vs 41 avg).
Dr. Harris's Medicare data shows a focused knee replacement practice with 25 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.
Fort Wayne is home to 25 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Fort Wayne area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. Harris's Medicare data spans 12 years, beginning in 2013. Volume peaked at 172 procedures in 2018 before settling at 25 in the most recent data. Changes in Medicare reporting, payer mix shifts, or practice focus adjustments can all influence year-to-year volume.
Dr. Harris's 25 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)
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. Harris Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Indiana state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Harris's recorded volume peaked at 172 procedures in 2018 and stood at 25 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. Harris
How does Dr. Harris's procedure volume compare to other Indiana surgeons?
Dr. Harris has performed 25 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 #169 out of 224 orthopedic surgeons in Indiana.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Harris perform?
Dr. Harris's reported Medicare volume is focused on knee replacement, with 25 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Harris in Fort Wayne?
Yes. There are 25 orthopedic surgeons in Fort Wayne 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 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. Harris's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 25 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Harris's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Harris's Medicare-recorded volume peaked at 172 procedures in 2018 and was 25 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.
How does Dr. Harris compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Fort Wayne?
Among the 25 orthopedic surgeons in Fort Wayne, Dr. Harris ranks #21 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Fort Wayne has 179 verified Medicare procedures.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Fort Wayne, Indiana
Dr. Harris's 25 Medicare procedures are below the Fort Wayne average of 99. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Fort Wayne.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. William Berghoff | 179 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. John Paul Manalo | 150 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Jonathan Lynch | 108 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Stephen Wright | 81 | Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Jerald Cooper | 77 | Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. David Conner | 70 | Knee, Shoulder |
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