Dr. Jeremy Hines, M.D.
Dr. Jeremy Hines is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Wilmington, North Carolina. A Medicare provider since 2015, Dr. Hines has performed 75 Medicare-verified hip replacements (#12 in North Carolina) and 72 knee replacements, for a combined total of 147 procedures.
In North Carolina, Dr. Hines performs well above average in hip (75 vs 33 avg), above average in knee (72 vs 44 avg).
Dr. Hines's reported Medicare volume is split between hip replacements (75 cases) and knee replacements (72 cases).
Wilmington is home to 11 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Wilmington area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. Hines first appears in the Medicare dataset in 2022. With 2 years of recorded data, the longitudinal trend is still developing.
Among 4,526 hip replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Hines's 75 verified procedures is more than 2x the national average of 36.
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. Hines Compares
Procedure volume compared to the North Carolina state average.
Contact & Location
Wilmington, NC 28403
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Hines has 2 years of Medicare procedure data beginning in 2022. Additional years of data will provide a clearer picture of volume trends.
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. Hines
How does Dr. Hines's procedure volume compare to other North Carolina surgeons?
Dr. Hines has performed 147 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is more than 2x the North Carolina average of 63 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Hines ranks #24 out of 294 orthopedic surgeons in North Carolina.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Hines perform?
Dr. Hines's Medicare data shows procedures in hip replacement (75 cases) and knee replacement (72 cases).
How experienced is Dr. Hines with hip replacement surgery?
Dr. Hines ranks #12 in North Carolina for hip replacement with 75 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 294 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Hines in Wilmington?
Yes. There are 11 orthopedic surgeons in Wilmington 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. Hines 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. Hines's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 147 procedures shown here.
Does Dr. Hines perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Hines's Medicare data shows procedures in hip replacement (75 cases), knee replacement (72 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Hines affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Hines is affiliated with Novant Health New Hanover Regional Medical Center.
How does Dr. Hines compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Wilmington?
Among the 11 orthopedic surgeons in Wilmington, Dr. Hines ranks #3 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Hines is among the highest-volume surgeons in Wilmington.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Hines practices?
Novant Health New Hanover Regional Medical Center (2 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate better than national average). These are hospital-level quality metrics from CMS Hospital Compare and do not reflect individual surgeon outcomes.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Wilmington, North Carolina
Dr. Hines's 147 Medicare procedures are below the Wilmington average of 161. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Wilmington.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Shawn Hocker | 284 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Jack Bowling | 231 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Scott Hannum | 132 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Christopher Jarrett | 132 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Dustin Hoffman | 118 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. John O'malley | 86 | Knee, Shoulder |
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