Dr. David Carver, MD
Contact & Location
Bristol, TN 37620
Dr. David Carver is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Bristol, Tennessee. A Medicare provider since 2013, Dr. Carver has performed 19 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#137 in Tennessee) and 15 hip replacements, for a combined total of 34 procedures.
In Tennessee, Dr. Carver performs below average in knee (19 vs 46 avg), below average in hip (15 vs 36 avg).
Dr. Carver's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (19 cases) and hip replacements (15 cases).
Bristol is home to 6 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Bristol area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. Carver first appears in the Medicare dataset in 2023. With 2 years of recorded data, the longitudinal trend is still developing.
Dr. Carver's 19 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)
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. Carver Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Tennessee state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Carver has 2 years of Medicare procedure data beginning in 2023. Additional years of data will provide a clearer picture of volume trends.
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. Carver
How does Dr. Carver's procedure volume compare to other Tennessee surgeons?
Dr. Carver has performed 34 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The Tennessee average is 65 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Carver ranks #139 out of 219 orthopedic surgeons in Tennessee.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Carver perform?
Dr. Carver's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (19 cases) and hip replacement (15 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Carver in Bristol?
Yes. There are 6 orthopedic surgeons in Bristol 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. Carver 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. Carver's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 34 procedures shown here.
Does Dr. Carver perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Carver's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (19 cases), hip replacement (15 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Carver affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Carver is affiliated with Bristol Regional Medical Center.
How does Dr. Carver compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Bristol?
Among the 6 orthopedic surgeons in Bristol, Dr. Carver ranks #3 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Carver is among the highest-volume surgeons in Bristol.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Carver practices?
Bristol Regional Medical Center (1 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 Bristol, Tennessee
Dr. Carver's 34 Medicare procedures are below the Bristol average of 36. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Bristol.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Thomas Whitman | 78 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Gabriel Hommel | 41 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Jonathan Clark | 26 | Shoulder |
| Dr. John Phillips | 20 | Knee |
| Dr. Tyler Duncan | 18 | Knee |
Patient Resources & Verification
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