Dr. Timothy Harris, MD
Contact & Location
Raleigh, NC 27610
Dr. Timothy Harris is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Raleigh, North Carolina. A Medicare provider since 2006, Dr. Harris has performed 28 Medicare-verified hip replacements (#77 in North Carolina) and 24 knee replacements, for a combined total of 52 procedures.
In North Carolina, Dr. Harris performs near average in hip (28 vs 33 avg), below average in knee (24 vs 44 avg).
Dr. Harris's reported Medicare volume is split between hip replacements (28 cases) and knee replacements (24 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. Harris extend back to 2013, covering 12 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 28 to 52 in the most recent data, a 86% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Dr. Harris's 28 hip replacement procedures is below the national average of 36 among 4,532 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. Harris Compares
Procedure volume compared to the North Carolina state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Harris's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 12 years, increasing 86% from 28 procedures in 2013 to 52 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. Harris
How does Dr. Harris's procedure volume compare to other North Carolina surgeons?
Dr. Harris has performed 52 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the North Carolina average of 61 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Harris ranks #116 out of 293 orthopedic surgeons in North Carolina.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Harris perform?
Dr. Harris's Medicare data shows procedures in hip replacement (28 cases) and knee replacement (24 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Harris 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. Harris 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. Harris's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 52 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Harris's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Harris's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 28 procedures in 2013 to 52 in the most recent data, a 86% increase over 12 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 63 procedures in 2019.
Does Dr. Harris perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Harris's Medicare data shows procedures in hip replacement (28 cases), knee replacement (24 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Harris affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Harris is affiliated with Wakemed.
How does Dr. Harris compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Raleigh?
Among the 30 orthopedic surgeons in Raleigh, Dr. Harris ranks #12 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Raleigh has 233 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Harris practices?
Wakemed (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 Raleigh, North Carolina
Dr. Harris's 52 Medicare procedures are below the Raleigh average of 138. 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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