Shoulder
Dr. George Holloway, M.D.
Dr. George Holloway is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Knoxville, Tennessee. Dr. Holloway has performed 32 Medicare-verified shoulder replacements, ranking #23 in Tennessee.
In Tennessee, Dr. Holloway performs near average in shoulder (32 vs 33 avg).
Dr. Holloway's Medicare data shows a focused shoulder replacement practice with 32 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.
Knoxville is home to 30 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Knoxville area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Holloway extend back to 2013, covering 11 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 21 to 32 in the most recent data, a 52% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 2,092 shoulder replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Holloway's 32 verified procedures is near the national average of 28.
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. Holloway Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Tennessee state average.
Contact & Location
Knoxville, TN 37922
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Holloway's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 11 years, increasing 52% from 21 procedures in 2013 to 32 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 Shoulder Replacement
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Holloway
How does Dr. Holloway's procedure volume compare to other Tennessee surgeons?
Dr. Holloway has performed 32 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The Tennessee average is 64 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Holloway ranks #144 out of 214 orthopedic surgeons in Tennessee.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Holloway perform?
Dr. Holloway's reported Medicare volume is focused on shoulder replacement, with 32 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Holloway in Knoxville?
Yes. There are 30 orthopedic surgeons in Knoxville 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. Holloway 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. Holloway's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 32 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Holloway's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Holloway's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 21 procedures in 2013 to 32 in the most recent data, a 52% increase over 11 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 37 procedures in 2022.
Which hospitals is Dr. Holloway affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Holloway is affiliated with Parkwest Medical Center, Blount Memorial Hospital, Tennova Healthcare North Knoxville Medical Center, Fort Loudon Medical Center, Fort Sanders Regional Medical Center.
How does Dr. Holloway compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Knoxville?
Among the 30 orthopedic surgeons in Knoxville, Dr. Holloway ranks #25 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Knoxville has 341 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Holloway practices?
Parkwest Medical Center (3 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Blount Memorial Hospital (4 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Tennova Healthcare North Knoxville 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 Knoxville, Tennessee
Dr. Holloway's 32 Medicare procedures are below the Knoxville average of 178. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Knoxville.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Herman Botero | 341 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Matthew Nadaud | 194 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Conrad Ivie | 192 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Harold Cates | 173 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. James Sherrell | 160 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Brian Dilworth | 155 | Hip, Knee |
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