Dr. Richard Rutherford, M.D.

Orthopedic Surgery

Verified Medicare Cases (2023)

Knee Replacement
67 verified cases
#41 in North Carolina
Hip Replacement
46 verified cases
#39 in North Carolina

Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-2023)

Questions to Ask Dr. Rutherford

This surgeon has high Medicare volume (113 verified cases). This indicates significant experience.

Recommended Script:

"Dr. Rutherford, since you handle such high volume, what is your specific infection rate compared to the national average? Do you have a dedicated team for post-op recovery?"

Contact & Location

📞 Phone: 919-220-5255
120 William Penn Plz
Durham, NC 27704
NPI: 1104116227
Credentials: M.D.
✅ Active Medicare provider (NPI verified)
📅 14 years of practice experience
🎓 Licensed M.D.
ðŸĨ Licensed surgical specialist
ðŸĶī Board-certified orthopedic surgeon
📞 Contact information available
Important: Rankings are based solely on Medicare procedure volume and do not reflect quality of care, patient outcomes, or procedures covered by private insurance. This data represents approximately 33-37% of all joint replacement procedures nationwide (63% of Medicare fee-for-service). Always consult with healthcare providers to make informed decisions about your care.