Dr. Charles Carrier, MD
Dr. Charles Carrier is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Boston, Massachusetts. A Medicare provider since 2015, Dr. Carrier has performed 23 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#118 in Massachusetts) and 20 hip replacements, for a combined total of 43 procedures.
In Massachusetts, Dr. Carrier performs below average in knee (23 vs 51 avg), below average in hip (20 vs 44 avg).
Dr. Carrier's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (23 cases) and hip replacements (20 cases).
Boston is home to 50 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Boston area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. Carrier's Medicare data spans 3 years, beginning in 2020. Volume peaked at 65 procedures in 2021 before settling at 43 in the most recent data. Changes in Medicare reporting, payer mix shifts, or practice focus adjustments can all influence year-to-year volume.
Dr. Carrier's 23 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. Carrier Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Massachusetts state average.
Contact & Location
Boston, MA 02114
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Carrier's recorded volume peaked at 65 procedures in 2021 and stood at 43 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.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Carrier
How does Dr. Carrier's procedure volume compare to other Massachusetts surgeons?
Dr. Carrier has performed 43 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The Massachusetts average is 74 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Carrier ranks #114 out of 202 orthopedic surgeons in Massachusetts.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Carrier perform?
Dr. Carrier's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (23 cases) and hip replacement (20 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Carrier in Boston?
Yes. There are 50 orthopedic surgeons in Boston 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 Massachusetts surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Carrier 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. Carrier's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 43 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Carrier's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Carrier's Medicare-recorded volume peaked at 65 procedures in 2021 and was 43 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. Carrier perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Carrier's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (23 cases), hip replacement (20 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Carrier affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Carrier is affiliated with North Shore Medical Center -, Massachusetts General Hospital.
How does Dr. Carrier compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Boston?
Among the 50 orthopedic surgeons in Boston, Dr. Carrier ranks #34 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Boston has 312 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Carrier practices?
North Shore Medical Center - (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Massachusetts General Hospital (5 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 Boston, Massachusetts
Dr. Carrier's 43 Medicare procedures are below the Boston average of 190. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Boston.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Carl Talmo | 312 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Young-Min Kwon | 229 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. James Bono | 214 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Dennis Burke | 210 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Eric Smith | 164 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Wolfgang Fitz | 156 | Knee |
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