Dr. Joshua North, MD
Dr. Joshua North is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Amarillo, Texas. Dr. North has performed 82 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#56 in Texas) and 34 hip replacements, for a combined total of 116 procedures.
In Texas, Dr. North performs well above average in knee (82 vs 41 avg), near average in hip (34 vs 30 avg).
Dr. North's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (82 cases) and hip replacements (34 cases).
Amarillo is home to 12 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Amarillo area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. North's Medicare data spans 11 years, beginning in 2013. Volume peaked at 205 procedures in 2018 before settling at 116 in the most recent data. Changes in Medicare reporting, payer mix shifts, or practice focus adjustments can all influence year-to-year volume.
Among 6,720 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. North's 82 verified procedures is above 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. North Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Texas state average.
Contact & Location
Amarillo, TX 79106
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. North's recorded volume peaked at 205 procedures in 2018 and stood at 116 in the most recent data. Year-to-year variation can reflect changes in payer mix, practice scope, or Medicare billing patterns.
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. North
How does Dr. North's procedure volume compare to other Texas surgeons?
Dr. North has performed 116 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is more than 2x the Texas average of 56 procedures per surgeon. Dr. North ranks #63 out of 573 orthopedic surgeons in Texas.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. North perform?
Dr. North's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (82 cases) and hip replacement (34 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. North in Amarillo?
Yes. There are 12 orthopedic surgeons in Amarillo 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 Texas surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. North 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. North's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 116 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. North's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. North's Medicare-recorded volume peaked at 205 procedures in 2018 and was 116 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.
Does Dr. North perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. North's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (82 cases), hip replacement (34 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. North affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. North is affiliated with Quail Creek Surgical Hospital, Bsa Hospital, Hereford Regional Medical Center, Golden Plains Community Hospital.
How does Dr. North compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Amarillo?
Among the 12 orthopedic surgeons in Amarillo, Dr. North ranks #3 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. North is among the highest-volume surgeons in Amarillo.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. North practices?
Quail Creek Surgical Hospital (hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Bsa Hospital (2 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 Amarillo, Texas
Dr. North's 116 Medicare procedures are above the Amarillo average of 92. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Amarillo.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Ronald Morgan | 163 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Reagan Crossnoe | 144 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. James Parker | 65 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Todd Bradshaw | 56 | Shoulder |
| Dr. Timothy Risko | 55 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Tyler Britten | 48 | Hip, Knee |
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