Dr. Arvind Narayanan, MD
Dr. Arvind Narayanan is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Cary, North Carolina. A Medicare provider since 2016, Dr. Narayanan has performed 19 Medicare-verified hip replacements (#120 in North Carolina) and 18 knee replacements, for a combined total of 37 procedures.
In North Carolina, Dr. Narayanan performs below average in hip (19 vs 33 avg), below average in knee (18 vs 44 avg).
Dr. Narayanan's reported Medicare volume is split between hip replacements (19 cases) and knee replacements (18 cases).
Cary is home to 7 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Cary area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. Narayanan's Medicare data spans 3 years, beginning in 2021. Volume peaked at 90 procedures in 2022 before settling at 37 in the most recent data. Changes in Medicare reporting, payer mix shifts, or practice focus adjustments can all influence year-to-year volume.
Dr. Narayanan's 19 hip replacement procedures is below the national average of 36 among 4,526 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. Narayanan Compares
Procedure volume compared to the North Carolina state average.
Contact & Location
Cary, NC 27519
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Narayanan's recorded volume peaked at 90 procedures in 2022 and stood at 37 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. Narayanan
How does Dr. Narayanan's procedure volume compare to other North Carolina surgeons?
Dr. Narayanan has performed 37 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The North Carolina average is 63 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Narayanan ranks #180 out of 294 orthopedic surgeons in North Carolina.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Narayanan perform?
Dr. Narayanan's Medicare data shows procedures in hip replacement (19 cases) and knee replacement (18 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Narayanan in Cary?
Yes. There are 7 orthopedic surgeons in Cary 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 North Carolina surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Narayanan 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. Narayanan's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 37 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Narayanan's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Narayanan's Medicare-recorded volume peaked at 90 procedures in 2022 and was 37 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. Narayanan perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Narayanan's Medicare data shows procedures in hip replacement (19 cases), knee replacement (18 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Narayanan affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Narayanan is affiliated with Unc Hospitals.
How does Dr. Narayanan compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Cary?
Among the 7 orthopedic surgeons in Cary, Dr. Narayanan ranks #5 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Cary has 56 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Narayanan practices?
Unc Hospitals (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 Cary, North Carolina
Dr. Narayanan's 37 Medicare procedures are below the Cary average of 40. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Cary.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Demetri Economedes | 56 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Stephen Struble | 55 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. William Andersen | 53 | Knee |
| Dr. Adam Almaguer | 43 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Raymond Carroll | 27 | Shoulder |
| Dr. Edouard Armour | 12 | Knee |
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