Dr. Brian Perkinson, M.D.
Contact & Location
615-791-2630
Franklin, TN 37067
Dr. Perkinson performs more knee replacement procedures than 91% of orthopedic surgeons in Tennessee, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #15 of 176 ranked knee surgeons in Tennessee.
About Dr. Perkinson
Practice. Dr. Brian Perkinson is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Franklin, Tennessee. The latest annual CMS data records 97 knee replacements and 80 hip replacements, 177 procedures in all. That is #15 in Tennessee for knee replacement. A Medicare provider since 2007.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2013 to 2024, 12 years. Volume rose from 52 procedures a year to 177, up 240%.
National context. Among 6,612 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 97 procedures is more than 2x the national average of 45.
Local context. Franklin has 9 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare data. Comparing volume and procedure mix across them is one way to narrow a shortlist.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
| Year | Hip Replacement | Knee Replacement |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 31 | 21 |
| 2014 | 18 | 0 |
| 2015 | 25 | 20 |
| 2016 | 33 | 30 |
| 2017 | 43 | 32 |
| 2018 | 42 | 33 |
| 2019 | 47 | 40 |
| 2020 | 39 | 40 |
| 2021 | 51 | 52 |
| 2022 | 82 | 56 |
| 2023 | 68 | 106 |
| 2024 | 80 | 97 |
Verified Medicare Cases
How is this estimated?
Medicare Part B fee-for-service claims are one payer stream among several, and the share they represent differs by procedure. In 2024 it was 23% to 28% for knee replacement, 25% to 33% for hip replacement. Each verified count above is divided by its own procedure's range, and the results are added, to estimate total practice volume across all payers. The verified Medicare count is the definitive, audited figure; this is a range derived from published national volume projections, not a measurement, and an individual practice can sit well outside it: how these ranges are derived, and their sources.
How Dr. Perkinson Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Tennessee state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Perkinson's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 12 years, increasing 240% from 52 procedures in 2013 to 177 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.
Patient Resources: Preparing for Knee Replacement
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Perkinson
How does Dr. Perkinson's procedure volume compare to other Tennessee surgeons?
Dr. Perkinson has performed 177 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is more than 2x the Tennessee average of 65 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Perkinson ranks #9 out of 219 orthopedic surgeons in Tennessee.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Perkinson perform?
Dr. Perkinson's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (97 cases) and hip replacement (80 cases).
How experienced is Dr. Perkinson with knee replacement surgery?
Dr. Perkinson ranks #15 in Tennessee for knee replacement with 97 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 219 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Perkinson in Franklin?
Yes. There are 9 orthopedic surgeons in Franklin 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 Tennessee surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Perkinson represent?
The procedure counts shown are based on 2024 Medicare Part B fee-for-service claims data, published by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). Medicare fee-for-service is only one payer stream, and the share of national volume it represents differs by procedure. In 2024 the share was 23% to 28% for knee replacement, 25% to 33% for hip replacement, which puts Dr. Perkinson's total volume across all insurers at roughly 590 to 740 procedures against the 177 verified here. Those shares are derived from published national volume projections rather than quoted from a single publication, and they are estimates with real uncertainty. The OrthoProcedures methodology page shows the full derivation, the sources, and the limits at orthoprocedures.com/data-methodology.html.
Has Dr. Perkinson's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Perkinson's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 52 procedures in 2013 to 177 in the most recent data, a 240% increase over 12 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 177 procedures in 2024.
Does Dr. Perkinson perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Perkinson's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (97 cases), hip replacement (80 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Perkinson affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Perkinson is affiliated with Williamson Medical Center, Maury Regional Hospital.
How does Dr. Perkinson compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Franklin?
Among the 9 orthopedic surgeons in Franklin, Dr. Perkinson ranks #2 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Perkinson is among the highest-volume surgeons in Franklin.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Perkinson practices?
Williamson Medical Center (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Maury Regional Hospital (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 Franklin, Tennessee
Dr. Perkinson's 177 Medicare procedures are above the Franklin average of 106. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Franklin.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Cory Calendine | 235 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Ian Byram | 78 | Shoulder |
| Dr. Colin Looney | 76 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Paul Thomas | 68 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Christopher Stark | 59 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Pradyumna Gurusamy | 50 | Hip, Knee |
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