Dr. Erik Johnson is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Gastonia, North Carolina. Dr. Johnson has performed 20 Medicare-verified shoulder replacements, ranking #39 in North Carolina.
Dr. Johnson has recorded 20 Medicare fee-for-service procedures. Medicare data represents approximately one-third of all joint replacements nationwide, so these counts reflect only a portion of a surgeon's full practice. North Carolina has 294 orthopedic surgeons in the current dataset.
Dr. Johnson's Medicare data shows a focused shoulder replacement practice with 20 verified procedures in 2023. Surgeons who concentrate on a single procedure type often develop deep procedural expertise, though total practice volume may include additional procedures not captured in Medicare fee-for-service data.
Gastonia is home to 6 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Gastonia area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
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.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Johnson
How does Dr. Johnson's procedure volume compare to other North Carolina surgeons?
Dr. Johnson has performed 20 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. Johnson ranks #239 out of 294 orthopedic surgeons in North Carolina.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Johnson perform?
Dr. Johnson's reported Medicare volume is focused on shoulder replacement, with 20 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Johnson in Gastonia?
Yes. There are 6 orthopedic surgeons in Gastonia 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. Johnson 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. Johnson's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 20 procedures shown here.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Gastonia, North Carolina
Compare Dr. Johnson's volume with other surgeons practicing in Gastonia.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Henry Thomason | 143 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Michael Prater | 62 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Jason Zlotnicki | 61 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Ranjan Maitra | 36 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Christopher Prato | 18 | Knee |
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