Dr. Walter Beaver, MD
Contact & Location
704-323-2000
Charlotte, NC 28207
About Dr. Beaver
Dr. Walter Beaver is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Charlotte, North Carolina. A Medicare provider since 2005, Dr. Beaver performed 12 Medicare-verified knee replacements in the latest annual CMS data, ranking #218 in North Carolina.
In North Carolina, Dr. Beaver performs below the state average in knee (12 vs 44).
Dr. Beaver's Medicare data shows a focused knee replacement practice with 12 verified procedures. Surgeons who concentrate on a single procedure type often develop deep procedural expertise, though total practice volume may include additional procedures not captured in Medicare fee-for-service data.
Charlotte is home to 32 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 data spans 12 years, beginning in 2013. Volume peaked at 158 procedures in 2020 before settling at 12 in the most recent data. Changes in Medicare reporting, payer mix shifts, or practice focus adjustments can all influence year-to-year volume.
Dr. Beaver's 12 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)
| Year | Hip Replacement | Knee Replacement |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 42 | 95 |
| 2014 | 27 | 69 |
| 2015 | 28 | 88 |
| 2016 | 36 | 111 |
| 2017 | 31 | 82 |
| 2018 | 26 | 108 |
| 2019 | 34 | 114 |
| 2020 | 45 | 113 |
| 2021 | 31 | 92 |
| 2022 | 46 | 98 |
| 2023 | 18 | 98 |
| 2024 | 0 | 12 |
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.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Beaver's recorded volume peaked at 158 procedures in 2020 and stood at 12 in the most recent data. Year-to-year variation can reflect changes in payer mix, practice scope, or Medicare billing patterns.
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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 12 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. Beaver ranks #278 out of 293 orthopedic surgeons in North Carolina.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Beaver perform?
Dr. Beaver's reported Medicare volume is focused on knee replacement, with 12 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Beaver in Charlotte?
Yes. There are 32 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 12 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Beaver's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Beaver's Medicare-recorded volume peaked at 158 procedures in 2020 and was 12 in the most recent data. Volume fluctuations can reflect changes in payer mix, practice focus, or Medicare reporting rather than a change in overall surgical activity.
How does Dr. Beaver compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Charlotte?
Among the 32 orthopedic surgeons in Charlotte, Dr. Beaver ranks #31 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Charlotte has 293 verified Medicare procedures.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Charlotte, North Carolina
Dr. Beaver's 12 Medicare procedures are below the Charlotte average of 180. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Charlotte.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Howard Homesley | 293 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Ronald Singer | 226 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Omar Behery | 212 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Keith Fehring | 193 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Benjamin Wooster | 165 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. John Masonis | 160 | Hip, Knee |
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