Dr. Christopher Jarrett, M.D.
Contact & Location
910-341-3300
Wilmington, NC 28411
Wilmington, NC 28401
Jacksonville, NC 28546
Dr. Jarrett performs more knee replacement procedures than 85% of orthopedic surgeons in North Carolina, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #33 of 228 ranked knee surgeons in North Carolina.
About Dr. Jarrett
Practice. Dr. Christopher Jarrett is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Wilmington, North Carolina. The latest annual CMS data records 78 knee replacements and 72 hip replacements, 150 procedures in all. That is #33 in North Carolina for knee replacement. A Medicare provider since 2006.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2013 to 2024, 12 years. Volume rose from 54 procedures a year to 150, up 178%.
National context. Among 6,612 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 78 procedures is above the national average of 45.
Local context. Wilmington has 13 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 | 28 | 26 |
| 2014 | 37 | 27 |
| 2015 | 24 | 38 |
| 2016 | 35 | 32 |
| 2017 | 24 | 34 |
| 2018 | 24 | 53 |
| 2019 | 34 | 59 |
| 2020 | 38 | 53 |
| 2021 | 31 | 60 |
| 2022 | 42 | 61 |
| 2023 | 49 | 83 |
| 2024 | 72 | 78 |
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. Jarrett Compares
Procedure volume compared to the North Carolina state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Jarrett's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 12 years, increasing 178% from 54 procedures in 2013 to 150 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.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Jarrett
How does Dr. Jarrett's procedure volume compare to other North Carolina surgeons?
Dr. Jarrett has performed 150 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is more than 2x the North Carolina average of 61 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Jarrett ranks #26 out of 293 orthopedic surgeons in North Carolina.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Jarrett perform?
Dr. Jarrett's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (78 cases) and hip replacement (72 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Jarrett in Wilmington?
Yes. There are 13 orthopedic surgeons in Wilmington 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. Jarrett 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. Jarrett's total volume across all insurers at roughly 500 to 630 procedures against the 150 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. Jarrett's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Jarrett's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 54 procedures in 2013 to 150 in the most recent data, a 178% increase over 12 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 150 procedures in 2024.
Does Dr. Jarrett perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Jarrett's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (78 cases), hip replacement (72 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Jarrett affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Jarrett is affiliated with Novant Health New Hanover Regional Medical Center, J Arthur Dosher Memorial Hospital, Pender Memorial Hospital.
How does Dr. Jarrett compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Wilmington?
Among the 13 orthopedic surgeons in Wilmington, Dr. Jarrett ranks #5 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Wilmington has 274 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Jarrett practices?
Novant Health New Hanover Regional Medical Center (2 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate better than national average); J Arthur Dosher Memorial Hospital (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 Wilmington, North Carolina
Dr. Jarrett's 150 Medicare procedures are below the Wilmington average of 171. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Wilmington.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Shawn Hocker | 274 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Jack Bowling | 224 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Jeremy Hines | 168 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Dustin Hoffman | 152 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Scott Hannum | 142 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. John O'malley | 87 | Knee, Shoulder |
Patient Resources & Verification
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