Dr. Harry Demos, MD
Dr. Harry Demos is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Charleston, South Carolina. Dr. Demos has performed 50 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#53 in South Carolina) and 40 hip replacements, for a combined total of 90 procedures.
In South Carolina, Dr. Demos performs near average in knee (50 vs 57 avg), near average in hip (40 vs 47 avg).
Dr. Demos's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (50 cases) and hip replacements (40 cases).
Charleston is home to 11 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Charleston area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Demos extend back to 2013, covering 11 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 76 to 90 in the most recent data, a 18% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,720 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Demos's 50 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. Demos Compares
Procedure volume compared to the South Carolina state average.
Contact & Location
Charleston, SC 29425
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Demos's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 11 years, increasing 18% from 76 procedures in 2013 to 90 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. Demos
How does Dr. Demos's procedure volume compare to other South Carolina surgeons?
Dr. Demos has performed 90 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the South Carolina average of 78 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Demos ranks #53 out of 151 orthopedic surgeons in South Carolina.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Demos perform?
Dr. Demos's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (50 cases) and hip replacement (40 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Demos in Charleston?
Yes. There are 11 orthopedic surgeons in Charleston 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 South Carolina surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Demos 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. Demos's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 90 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Demos's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Demos's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 76 procedures in 2013 to 90 in the most recent data, a 18% increase over 11 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 115 procedures in 2019.
Does Dr. Demos perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Demos's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (50 cases), hip replacement (40 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Demos affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Demos is affiliated with Musc Medical Center.
How does Dr. Demos compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Charleston?
Among the 11 orthopedic surgeons in Charleston, Dr. Demos ranks #3 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Demos is among the highest-volume surgeons in Charleston.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Demos practices?
Musc Medical Center (3 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 Charleston, South Carolina
Dr. Demos's 90 Medicare procedures are below the Charleston average of 91. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Charleston.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Patrick Murray | 173 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Eric Stem | 112 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Erik Hansen | 82 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Richard Friedman | 68 | Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Robert Lowery | 67 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Josef Eichinger | 45 | Shoulder |
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