Dr. Samuel Jarrett, MD
Dr. Samuel Jarrett is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Asheville, North Carolina. A Medicare provider since 2005, Dr. Jarrett has performed 53 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#63 in North Carolina) and 27 hip replacements, for a combined total of 80 procedures.
In North Carolina, Dr. Jarrett performs above average in knee (53 vs 44 avg), near average in hip (27 vs 33 avg).
Dr. Jarrett's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (53 cases) and hip replacements (27 cases).
Asheville is home to 15 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Asheville area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Jarrett extend back to 2013, covering 11 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 59 to 80 in the most recent data, a 36% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,720 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Jarrett's 53 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. Jarrett Compares
Procedure volume compared to the North Carolina state average.
Contact & Location
Asheville, NC 28801
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Jarrett's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 11 years, increasing 36% from 59 procedures in 2013 to 80 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. Jarrett
How does Dr. Jarrett's procedure volume compare to other North Carolina surgeons?
Dr. Jarrett has performed 80 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the North Carolina average of 63 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Jarrett ranks #68 out of 294 orthopedic surgeons in North Carolina.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Jarrett perform?
Dr. Jarrett's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (53 cases) and hip replacement (27 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Jarrett in Asheville?
Yes. There are 15 orthopedic surgeons in Asheville 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. Jarrett 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. Jarrett's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 80 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Jarrett's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Jarrett's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 59 procedures in 2013 to 80 in the most recent data, a 36% increase over 11 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 94 procedures in 2020.
Does Dr. Jarrett perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Jarrett's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (53 cases), hip replacement (27 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Jarrett affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Jarrett is affiliated with Highlands Cashiers Hospital, Angel Medical Center, Memorial Mission Hospital And Asheville Surgery Ce.
How does Dr. Jarrett compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Asheville?
Among the 15 orthopedic surgeons in Asheville, Dr. Jarrett ranks #4 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Asheville has 178 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Jarrett practices?
Highlands Cashiers Hospital (insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Angel Medical Center (2 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Memorial Mission Hospital And Asheville Surgery Ce (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 Asheville, North Carolina
Dr. Jarrett's 80 Medicare procedures are below the Asheville average of 102. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Asheville.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Ted Barnett | 178 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. James Karegeannes | 135 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Philip Fontenot | 94 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Tally Eddings | 80 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Richard Jones | 78 | Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Gregory Lavigne | 69 | Hip, Knee |
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