Dr. Jeffrey Moore, MD
Dr. Jeffrey Moore is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Morehead City, North Carolina. A Medicare provider since 2006, Dr. Moore has performed 37 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#109 in North Carolina) and 22 hip replacements, for a combined total of 59 procedures.
In North Carolina, Dr. Moore performs near average in knee (37 vs 44 avg), below average in hip (22 vs 33 avg).
Dr. Moore's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (37 cases) and hip replacements (22 cases).
Morehead City is home to 4 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Morehead City area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Moore extend back to 2013, covering 11 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 48 to 59 in the most recent data, a 23% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,720 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Moore's 37 verified procedures is near the national average of 45.
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.
How Dr. Moore Compares
Procedure volume compared to the North Carolina state average.
Contact & Location
Morehead City, NC 28557
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Moore's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 11 years, increasing 23% from 48 procedures in 2013 to 59 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. Moore
How does Dr. Moore's procedure volume compare to other North Carolina surgeons?
Dr. Moore has performed 59 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the North Carolina average of 63 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Moore ranks #118 out of 294 orthopedic surgeons in North Carolina.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Moore perform?
Dr. Moore's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (37 cases) and hip replacement (22 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Moore in Morehead City?
Yes. There are 4 orthopedic surgeons in Morehead City 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. Moore 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. Moore's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 59 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Moore's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Moore's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 48 procedures in 2013 to 59 in the most recent data, a 23% increase over 11 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 78 procedures in 2022.
Does Dr. Moore perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Moore's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (37 cases), hip replacement (22 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Moore affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Moore is affiliated with Carteret General Hospital.
How does Dr. Moore compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Morehead City?
Among the 4 orthopedic surgeons in Morehead City, Dr. Moore ranks #3 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Moore is among the highest-volume surgeons in Morehead City.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Moore practices?
Carteret General Hospital (1 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 Morehead City, North Carolina
Dr. Moore's 59 Medicare procedures are below the Morehead City average of 67. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Morehead City.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Thomas Bates | 115 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Robert Coles | 62 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. John Spellman | 31 | Knee, Shoulder |
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