Dr. Harrison Latimer, M.D.
Contact & Location
704-216-5633
Salisbury, NC 28144
Dr. Latimer performs more knee replacement procedures than 3% of orthopedic surgeons in North Carolina, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #220 of 228 ranked knee surgeons in North Carolina.
About Dr. Latimer
Practice. Dr. Harrison Latimer is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Salisbury, North Carolina. The latest annual CMS data records 12 knee replacements and 11 hip replacements, 23 procedures in all. That is #220 in North Carolina for knee replacement. A Medicare provider since 2005.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2013 to 2024, 9 years. Volume peaked at 32 in 2013 and stands at 23 now. Reporting changes and payer mix can both move that number.
National context. Among 6,612 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 12 procedures is below the national average of 45. Medicare covers part of all joint replacements, so true volume is likely higher.
Local context. Salisbury has 3 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 | 14 | 18 |
| 2014 | 0 | 0 |
| 2015 | 0 | 14 |
| 2016 | 0 | 13 |
| 2017 | 0 | 12 |
| 2018 | 0 | 17 |
| 2019 | 0 | 0 |
| 2020 | 0 | 13 |
| 2021 | 0 | 0 |
| 2022 | 17 | 15 |
| 2023 | 0 | 27 |
| 2024 | 11 | 12 |
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. Latimer Compares
Procedure volume compared to the North Carolina state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Latimer's recorded volume peaked at 32 procedures in 2013 and stood at 23 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.
Patient Resources: Preparing for Knee Replacement
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What to Expect on the Day of SurgeryA step-by-step walkthrough of your surgical day, from pre-op preparation through anesthesia, the procedure itself, and the first hours of recovery.
Pain Management After Joint ReplacementA comprehensive guide to managing post-surgical pain through medication, physical therapy, cold therapy, and non-pharmacological strategies.
Medicare Coverage for Joint ReplacementWhat Medicare Part A and Part B cover for joint replacement surgery, including hospital stays, surgeon fees, anesthesia, and physical therapy.
Knee Replacement Recovery Overview
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Latimer
How does Dr. Latimer's procedure volume compare to other North Carolina surgeons?
Dr. Latimer has performed 23 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The North Carolina average is 61 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Latimer ranks #211 out of 293 orthopedic surgeons in North Carolina.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Latimer perform?
Dr. Latimer's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (12 cases) and hip replacement (11 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Latimer in Salisbury?
Yes. There are 3 orthopedic surgeons in Salisbury 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. Latimer 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. Latimer's total volume across all insurers at roughly 80 to 100 procedures against the 23 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. Latimer's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Latimer's Medicare-recorded volume peaked at 32 procedures in 2013 and was 23 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. Latimer perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Latimer's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (12 cases), hip replacement (11 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Latimer affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Latimer is affiliated with Novant Health Rowan Medical Center.
How does Dr. Latimer compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Salisbury?
Among the 3 orthopedic surgeons in Salisbury, Dr. Latimer ranks #3 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Latimer is among the highest-volume surgeons in Salisbury.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Latimer practices?
Novant Health Rowan Medical Center (2 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 Salisbury, North Carolina
Dr. Latimer's 23 Medicare procedures are below the Salisbury average of 35. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Salisbury.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Paul Lichstein | 48 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Robert Humble | 34 | Hip, Knee |
Patient Resources & Verification
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