Dr. Georges Bounajem, M.D.
Contact & Location
617-724-7168
Boston, MA 02114
Kansas City, KS 66160
Dr. Bounajem performs more knee replacement procedures than 36% of orthopedic surgeons in Massachusetts, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #101 of 160 ranked knee surgeons in Massachusetts.
About Dr. Bounajem
Practice. Dr. Georges Bounajem is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Boston, Massachusetts. The latest annual CMS data records 28 knee replacements and 23 hip replacements, 51 procedures in all. That is #101 in Massachusetts for knee replacement. A Medicare provider since 2014.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2019 to 2024, 6 years. Volume rose from 42 procedures a year to 51, up 21%.
National context. Among 6,612 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 28 procedures is below the national average of 45. Medicare covers part of all joint replacements, so true volume is likely higher.
Local context. Boston has 50 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 | Hip Replacement | Knee Replacement |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 0 | 0 |
| 2014 | 0 | 0 |
| 2015 | 0 | 0 |
| 2016 | 0 | 0 |
| 2017 | 0 | 0 |
| 2018 | 0 | 0 |
| 2019 | 12 | 30 |
| 2020 | 15 | 27 |
| 2021 | 0 | 16 |
| 2022 | 19 | 32 |
| 2023 | 20 | 35 |
| 2024 | 23 | 28 |
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, 25% to 33% for hip 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. Bounajem Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Massachusetts state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Bounajem's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 6 years, increasing 21% from 42 procedures in 2019 to 51 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 Knee 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.
Knee Replacement Recovery Overview
Recovery timelines vary by patient, but here is a general overview of what to expect after knee replacement surgery:
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Bounajem
How does Dr. Bounajem's procedure volume compare to other Massachusetts surgeons?
Dr. Bounajem has performed 51 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. Bounajem ranks #99 out of 203 orthopedic surgeons in Massachusetts.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Bounajem perform?
Dr. Bounajem's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (28 cases) and hip replacement (23 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Bounajem 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. Bounajem 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, 25% to 33% for hip replacement, which puts Dr. Bounajem's total volume across all insurers at roughly 170 to 210 procedures against the 51 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. Bounajem's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Bounajem's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 42 procedures in 2019 to 51 in the most recent data, a 21% increase over 6 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 55 procedures in 2023.
Does Dr. Bounajem perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Bounajem's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (28 cases), hip replacement (23 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Bounajem affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Bounajem is affiliated with Texas Health Hospital Frisco, Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Plano, Ut Southwestern University Hospital. Dr. Bounajem maintains hospital privileges across state lines, indicating a practice that serves patients in multiple states.
How does Dr. Bounajem compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Boston?
Among the 50 orthopedic surgeons in Boston, Dr. Bounajem ranks #29 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Boston has 305 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Bounajem practices?
Texas Health Hospital Frisco (4 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Plano (3 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Ut Southwestern University Hospital (4 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. Bounajem's 51 Medicare procedures are below the Boston average of 187. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Boston.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Carl Talmo | 305 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Young-Min Kwon | 235 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. James Bono | 204 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Nicholas Pagani | 178 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Eric Smith | 170 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Dennis Burke | 169 | Hip, Knee |
Patient Resources & Verification
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