Dr. Marc Ward, MD
Dr. Marc Ward is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Concord, North Carolina. A Medicare provider since 2006, Dr. Ward has performed 45 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#86 in North Carolina) and 28 shoulder replacements, for a combined total of 73 procedures.
In North Carolina, Dr. Ward performs near average in knee (45 vs 44 avg), near average in shoulder (28 vs 26 avg).
Dr. Ward's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (45 cases) and shoulder replacements (28 cases).
Concord is home to 9 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Concord area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Ward extend back to 2013, covering 11 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 60 to 73 in the most recent data, a 22% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,720 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Ward's 45 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. Ward Compares
Procedure volume compared to the North Carolina state average.
Contact & Location
Concord, NC 28025
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Ward's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 11 years, increasing 22% from 60 procedures in 2013 to 73 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. Ward
How does Dr. Ward's procedure volume compare to other North Carolina surgeons?
Dr. Ward has performed 73 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the North Carolina average of 63 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Ward ranks #85 out of 294 orthopedic surgeons in North Carolina.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Ward perform?
Dr. Ward's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (45 cases) and shoulder replacement (28 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Ward in Concord?
Yes. There are 9 orthopedic surgeons in Concord 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. Ward 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. Ward's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 73 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Ward's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Ward's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 60 procedures in 2013 to 73 in the most recent data, a 22% increase over 11 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 103 procedures in 2019.
Does Dr. Ward perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Ward's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (45 cases), shoulder replacement (28 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Ward affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Ward is affiliated with Atrium Health Cabarrus.
How does Dr. Ward compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Concord?
Among the 9 orthopedic surgeons in Concord, Dr. Ward ranks #2 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Ward is among the highest-volume surgeons in Concord.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Ward practices?
Atrium Health Cabarrus (3 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 Concord, North Carolina
Dr. Ward's 73 Medicare procedures are above the Concord average of 49. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Concord.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Bradley Ellison | 80 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Alexander Boiwka | 56 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Shane Tipton | 49 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Ryan Bunch | 39 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Brad Freidinger | 27 | Knee |
| Dr. Andrew Ferris | 21 | Knee |
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