Dr. Barton Arthur is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in New Bern, North Carolina. In 2023, Dr. Arthur performed 36 Medicare-verified hip replacements (#58 in North Carolina) and 23 knee replacements, for a combined total of 59 procedures.
Dr. Arthur's 59 Medicare procedures are near the North Carolina median of 46. The state has 277 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Medicare fee-for-service data captures roughly 33–37% of all joint replacements, so total surgical volume is likely higher.
Dr. Arthur's reported Medicare volume is split between hip replacements (36 cases) and knee replacements (23 cases).
New Bern is home to 5 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the New Bern area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Verified Medicare Cases (2023)
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.
Hospital Affiliations
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-2023)
Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Arthur
How does Dr. Arthur's procedure volume compare to other North Carolina surgeons?
In 2023, Dr. Arthur performed 59 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the North Carolina average of 63 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Arthur ranks #111 out of 277 orthopedic surgeons in North Carolina.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Arthur perform?
Dr. Arthur's Medicare data shows procedures in hip replacement (36 cases) and knee replacement (23 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Arthur in New Bern?
Yes. There are 5 orthopedic surgeons in New Bern 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. Arthur represent?
The procedure counts shown are based on Medicare Part B fee-for-service claims data for 2023, published by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). This captures approximately 33–37% of all joint replacements performed nationally. Dr. Arthur's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 59 procedures shown here.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in New Bern, North Carolina
Compare Dr. Arthur's volume with other surgeons practicing in New Bern.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Paul Greenlaw | 255 | Knee |
| Dr. Raymond Bradley | 75 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Jessica Woodcock | 72 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. William Wheatley | 70 | Knee, Shoulder |
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