Dr. Michael McGraw, MD
Contact & Location
Raleigh, NC 27614
Dr. Michael McGraw is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Raleigh, North Carolina. A Medicare provider since 2011, Dr. McGraw has performed 20 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#165 in North Carolina) and 19 hip replacements, for a combined total of 39 procedures.
In North Carolina, Dr. McGraw performs below average in knee (20 vs 44 avg), below average in hip (19 vs 33 avg).
Dr. McGraw's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (20 cases) and hip replacements (19 cases).
Raleigh is home to 30 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Raleigh area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. McGraw extend back to 2018, covering 7 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 17 to 39 in the most recent data, a 129% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Dr. McGraw's 20 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. McGraw Compares
Procedure volume compared to the North Carolina state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. McGraw's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 7 years, increasing 129% from 17 procedures in 2018 to 39 in the most recent data.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. McGraw
How does Dr. McGraw's procedure volume compare to other North Carolina surgeons?
Dr. McGraw 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. McGraw ranks #158 out of 293 orthopedic surgeons in North Carolina.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. McGraw perform?
Dr. McGraw's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (20 cases) and hip replacement (19 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. McGraw in Raleigh?
Yes. There are 30 orthopedic surgeons in Raleigh 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. McGraw 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. McGraw's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 39 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. McGraw's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. McGraw's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 17 procedures in 2018 to 39 in the most recent data, a 129% increase over 7 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 40 procedures in 2019.
Does Dr. McGraw perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. McGraw's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (20 cases), hip replacement (19 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
How does Dr. McGraw compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Raleigh?
Among the 30 orthopedic surgeons in Raleigh, Dr. McGraw ranks #15 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Raleigh has 233 verified Medicare procedures.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Raleigh, North Carolina
Dr. McGraw's 39 Medicare procedures are below the Raleigh average of 136. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Raleigh.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Bradley Vaughn | 233 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. John Chiavetta | 231 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Tyler Watters | 145 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. David McNabb | 119 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Robert Wyker | 109 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Scott Eskildsen | 77 | Hip, Knee |
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