Dr. Justin O'guinn, MD
Contact & Location
Huntersville, NC 28078
Dr. Justin O'guinn is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Huntersville, North Carolina. A Medicare provider since 2009, Dr. O'guinn has performed 25 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#138 in North Carolina) and 14 hip replacements, for a combined total of 39 procedures.
In North Carolina, Dr. O'guinn performs below average in knee (25 vs 44 avg), below average in hip (14 vs 33 avg).
Dr. O'guinn's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (25 cases) and hip replacements (14 cases).
Huntersville is home to 5 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Huntersville area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. O'guinn extend back to 2020, covering 5 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 12 to 39 in the most recent data, a 225% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Dr. O'guinn's 25 knee replacement procedures is below the national average of 45 among 6,599 surgeons. Medicare data captures roughly a third of all joint replacements, so actual volume is likely higher.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
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. O'guinn Compares
Procedure volume compared to the North Carolina state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. O'guinn's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 5 years, increasing 225% from 12 procedures in 2020 to 39 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. O'guinn
How does Dr. O'guinn's procedure volume compare to other North Carolina surgeons?
Dr. O'guinn has performed 39 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. O'guinn ranks #160 out of 293 orthopedic surgeons in North Carolina.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. O'guinn perform?
Dr. O'guinn's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (25 cases) and hip replacement (14 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. O'guinn in Huntersville?
Yes. There are 5 orthopedic surgeons in Huntersville 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. O'guinn 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. O'guinn's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 39 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. O'guinn's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. O'guinn's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 12 procedures in 2020 to 39 in the most recent data, a 225% increase over 5 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 48 procedures in 2022.
Does Dr. O'guinn perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. O'guinn's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (25 cases), hip replacement (14 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. O'guinn affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. O'guinn is affiliated with Atrium Health University City.
How does Dr. O'guinn compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Huntersville?
Among the 5 orthopedic surgeons in Huntersville, Dr. O'guinn ranks #5 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Huntersville has 110 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. O'guinn practices?
Atrium Health University City (3 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 Huntersville, North Carolina
Dr. O'guinn's 39 Medicare procedures are below the Huntersville average of 54. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Huntersville.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Gregory Kurkis | 110 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Brian Delay | 44 | Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Joseph Gentile | 40 | Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Scott Smith | 39 | Hip, Knee |
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