Dr. Walter Beaver, MD
Dr. Walter Beaver is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Charlotte, North Carolina. A Medicare provider since 2005, Dr. Beaver has performed 98 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#22 in North Carolina) and 18 hip replacements, for a combined total of 116 procedures.
In North Carolina, Dr. Beaver performs well above average in knee (98 vs 44 avg), below average in hip (18 vs 33 avg).
Dr. Beaver's practice is heavily focused on knee replacement surgery, which accounts for 84% of reported Medicare volume.
Charlotte is home to 34 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Charlotte area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. Beaver's Medicare record spans 11 years from 2013 through 2023. Procedure volume has remained consistent during that period, ranging from 96 to 158 procedures per year, reflecting a steady joint replacement practice.
Among 6,720 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Beaver's 98 verified procedures is more than 2x 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. Beaver Compares
Procedure volume compared to the North Carolina state average.
Contact & Location
Charlotte, NC 28207
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Beaver's procedure volume has been consistent across 11 years of Medicare data, ranging from 96 to 158 procedures per year. This stability suggests a well-established joint replacement practice.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Beaver
How does Dr. Beaver's procedure volume compare to other North Carolina surgeons?
Dr. Beaver has performed 116 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is significantly above the North Carolina average of 63 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Beaver ranks #45 out of 294 orthopedic surgeons in North Carolina.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Beaver perform?
Dr. Beaver's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (98 cases) and hip replacement (18 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Beaver in Charlotte?
Yes. There are 34 orthopedic surgeons in Charlotte 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. Beaver 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. Beaver's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 116 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Beaver's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Beaver's procedure volume has been relatively stable over 11 years of Medicare data, ranging from 96 to 158 procedures per year between 2013 and 2023. Consistent volume over multiple years reflects a steady joint replacement practice.
Does Dr. Beaver perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Beaver's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (98 cases), hip replacement (18 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
How does Dr. Beaver compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Charlotte?
Among the 34 orthopedic surgeons in Charlotte, Dr. Beaver ranks #10 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Charlotte has 274 verified Medicare procedures.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Charlotte, North Carolina
Dr. Beaver's 116 Medicare procedures are below the Charlotte average of 178. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Charlotte.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Howard Homesley | 274 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Ronald Singer | 238 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. John Mason | 180 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Omar Behery | 159 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Eric Lee | 150 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. John Masonis | 131 | Hip, Knee |
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