Dr. Howard Homesley, M.D.
Contact & Location
704-365-6730
Charlotte, NC 28211
Dr. Homesley performs more knee replacement procedures than 97% of orthopedic surgeons in North Carolina, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #5 of 228 ranked knee surgeons in North Carolina.
About Dr. Homesley
Practice. Dr. Howard Homesley is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Charlotte, North Carolina. The latest annual CMS data records 171 knee replacements and 122 hip replacements, 293 procedures in all. That is #5 in North Carolina for knee replacement. A Medicare provider since 2005.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2013 to 2024, 12 years. Volume rose from 188 procedures a year to 293, up 56%.
National context. Among 6,612 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 171 procedures is more than 3x the national average of 45. That is #109 nationally.
Local context. Charlotte has 32 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare data. Comparing volume and procedure mix across them is one way to narrow a shortlist. Dr. Homesley also holds hospital privileges in NC and SC, a practice that extends beyond North Carolina.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
| Year | Hip Replacement | Knee Replacement |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 66 | 122 |
| 2014 | 55 | 120 |
| 2015 | 85 | 145 |
| 2016 | 72 | 110 |
| 2017 | 118 | 113 |
| 2018 | 117 | 108 |
| 2019 | 92 | 117 |
| 2020 | 92 | 118 |
| 2021 | 101 | 149 |
| 2022 | 123 | 133 |
| 2023 | 112 | 162 |
| 2024 | 122 | 171 |
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. Homesley Compares
Procedure volume compared to the North Carolina state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Homesley's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 12 years, increasing 56% from 188 procedures in 2013 to 293 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.
Patient Resources: Preparing for Knee Replacement
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Knee Replacement Recovery Overview
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Homesley
How does Dr. Homesley's procedure volume compare to other North Carolina surgeons?
Dr. Homesley has performed 293 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is more than 4x the North Carolina average of 61 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Homesley ranks #1 out of 293 orthopedic surgeons in North Carolina.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Homesley perform?
Dr. Homesley's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (171 cases) and hip replacement (122 cases).
How experienced is Dr. Homesley with knee replacement surgery?
Dr. Homesley ranks #5 in North Carolina for knee replacement with 171 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 293 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Homesley in Charlotte?
Yes. There are 32 orthopedic surgeons in Charlotte 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. Homesley 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. Homesley's total volume across all insurers at roughly 980 to 1,230 procedures against the 293 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. Homesley's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Homesley's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 188 procedures in 2013 to 293 in the most recent data, a 56% increase over 12 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 293 procedures in 2024.
Does Dr. Homesley perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Homesley's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (171 cases), hip replacement (122 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Homesley affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Homesley is affiliated with Novant Health Presbyterian Medical Center, Novant Health Matthews Medical Center, Musc Health Lancaster Medical Center, Novant Health Ballantyne Medical Center, Novant Health Huntersville Medical Center. Dr. Homesley maintains hospital privileges across state lines, indicating a practice that serves patients in multiple states.
How does Dr. Homesley compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Charlotte?
Among the 32 orthopedic surgeons in Charlotte, Dr. Homesley ranks #1 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Homesley has the highest verified Medicare volume in the city.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Homesley practices?
Novant Health Presbyterian Medical Center (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate better than national average); Novant Health Matthews Medical Center (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Musc Health Lancaster Medical Center (2 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison). These are hospital-level quality metrics from CMS Hospital Compare and do not reflect individual surgeon outcomes.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Charlotte, North Carolina
Dr. Homesley's 293 Medicare procedures are above the Charlotte average of 198. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Charlotte.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Ronald Singer | 226 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Omar Behery | 212 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Keith Fehring | 193 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Benjamin Wooster | 165 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. John Masonis | 160 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Jesse Otero | 140 | Hip, Knee |
Patient Resources & Verification
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