Dr. Demetri Economedes is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Cary, North Carolina. In 2023, Dr. Economedes performed 29 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#132 in North Carolina) and 27 hip replacements, for a combined total of 56 procedures.
Dr. Economedes's 56 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. Economedes's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (29 cases) and hip replacements (27 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.
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.
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Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-2023)
Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Economedes
How does Dr. Economedes's procedure volume compare to other North Carolina surgeons?
In 2023, Dr. Economedes performed 56 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the North Carolina average of 63 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Economedes ranks #119 out of 277 orthopedic surgeons in North Carolina.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Economedes perform?
Dr. Economedes's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (29 cases) and hip replacement (27 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Economedes 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. Economedes 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. Economedes's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 56 procedures shown here.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Cary, North Carolina
Compare Dr. Economedes's volume with other surgeons practicing in Cary.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Stephen Struble | 55 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. William Andersen | 53 | Knee |
| Dr. Adam Almaguer | 43 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Arvind Narayanan | 37 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Raymond Carroll | 27 | Shoulder |
| Dr. Edouard Armour | 12 | Knee |
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