Dr. Jerry Barron, M.D.
Contact & Location
704-365-6730
Charlotte, NC 28211
Dr. Barron performs more shoulder replacement procedures than 39% of orthopedic surgeons in North Carolina, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #49 of 81 ranked shoulder surgeons in North Carolina.
About Dr. Barron
Practice. Dr. Jerry Barron is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Charlotte, North Carolina. The latest annual CMS data records 19 shoulder replacements. That is #49 in North Carolina for shoulder replacement. A Medicare provider since 2005.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2013 to 2024, 12 years. Volume rose from 15 procedures a year to 19, up 27%.
National context. Among 2,217 shoulder replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 19 procedures is below the national average of 29. Medicare covers part of all joint replacements, so true volume is likely higher.
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.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
| Year | Shoulder Replacement |
|---|---|
| 2013 | 15 |
| 2014 | 13 |
| 2015 | 24 |
| 2016 | 24 |
| 2017 | 19 |
| 2018 | 14 |
| 2019 | 23 |
| 2020 | 22 |
| 2021 | 24 |
| 2022 | 30 |
| 2023 | 31 |
| 2024 | 19 |
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 29% to 37% for shoulder 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. Barron Compares
Procedure volume compared to the North Carolina state average.
See the Top 25 shoulder replacement surgeons in North Carolina
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Barron's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 12 years, increasing 27% from 15 procedures in 2013 to 19 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 Shoulder Replacement
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Shoulder Replacement Recovery Overview
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Barron
How does Dr. Barron's procedure volume compare to other North Carolina surgeons?
Dr. Barron has performed 19 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. Barron ranks #233 out of 293 orthopedic surgeons in North Carolina.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Barron perform?
Dr. Barron's reported Medicare volume is focused on shoulder replacement, with 19 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Barron 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. Barron 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 29% to 37% for shoulder replacement, which puts Dr. Barron's total volume across all insurers at roughly 50 to 70 procedures against the 19 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. Barron's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Barron's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 15 procedures in 2013 to 19 in the most recent data, a 27% increase over 12 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 31 procedures in 2023.
Which hospitals is Dr. Barron affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Barron is affiliated with Novant Health Presbyterian Medical Center, Novant Health Matthews Medical Center, Novant Health Huntersville Medical Center, Novant Health Ballantyne Medical Center.
How does Dr. Barron compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Charlotte?
Among the 32 orthopedic surgeons in Charlotte, Dr. Barron ranks #27 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Charlotte has 293 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Barron 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); Novant Health Huntersville Medical Center (4 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 Charlotte, North Carolina
Dr. Barron's 19 Medicare procedures are below the Charlotte average of 181. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Charlotte.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Howard Homesley | 293 | Hip, Knee |
| 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 |
Patient Resources & Verification
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